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BMW LCI G20 320i vs 330i vs 330e, BMW LCI G20
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TSchriscym
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 Jan 16 2023, 08:02 PM, updated 3y ago
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Hi Guys
Wanted to ask your opinion , if its worth to get the following since the all the LCI variant comes with M performance package. I wanted to the 330i but this LCI is hard to justify the additional money to pay it considering the 320i and 330i now both M performance.
320i (283k) : looks the same with 330i, no blue brake calipers, 6 speaker
330i (317k): bigger power, 10 speakers system (update : March 2023 now comes with M Adaptive Suspension , RM2000 price increase to 319k)
330e (298k) : cheaper but heavier with less boot space, low resale value
This post has been edited by chriscym: Mar 20 2023, 03:10 PM
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TSchriscym
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Jan 16 2023, 11:51 PM
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QUOTE(jasonlim @ Jan 16 2023, 11:41 PM) They r M Sports Not M Performance If u ask me I will take either 320i or 330e why 320i and not 330i? and why 330e? I am curious |
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TSchriscym
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Jan 16 2023, 11:53 PM
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QUOTE(ktek @ Jan 16 2023, 09:56 PM) how fast u go everyday. 330i no additional safety meh Active safety there is AEB, while the rest are just warnings. I dont drive too fast everyday, but I appreciate better speaker system in the 330i. |
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TSchriscym
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Jan 17 2023, 12:44 AM
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QUOTE(jasonlim @ Jan 16 2023, 11:57 PM) Bcoz 330i is expensive? Pay lesser for 330e but more powerful than 330i N 330e has adaptive suspension yes the adaptive suspension is something on the plus side and also its cheaper, but there are many catch to make the full use of the 330e for example it has to be charged everyday, it is heavier, its fuel tank is 40 litters only, and has bad resale value, higher maintenance cost for the battery module, lesser boot space. Otherwise it is great car. Fuel is not an issue for me as my company pay for my fuel, 320i technically is sufficient power for my everyday use, but 330 series feels more superior, a proper sports sedan with over 200 hp. |
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TSchriscym
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Jan 18 2023, 12:08 AM
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QUOTE(ktek @ Jan 17 2023, 10:18 PM) is there any brand remark on 10 speaker system. becos germany audio tuning kungfu not really suits ppl taste here i agree, different almost 30k between 320i and 330i, seems cant really justify it. 320i i suppose can also return the ECU to offer the same performance since the engine is the same. Then the balance probably can get an aftermarket hifi speaker |
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TSchriscym
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Jan 18 2023, 12:19 AM
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Just to add that I have 4% corporate rate discount for the net selling price (exclude handling fee and road tax). I find that the 330e is the most discounted model among these 3. After calculation estimate with the extended warranty
330e = 285k
330i = 304k
320i = 271k
This post has been edited by chriscym: Jan 18 2023, 11:30 AM
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TSchriscym
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Jan 18 2023, 11:37 AM
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QUOTE(4WD_er @ Jan 18 2023, 09:35 AM) The price difference you pay between 330e and 330i will all be balanced up by the time you want to sell the car. Meaning the 20k saving on 330e will take a hit when resale. It's just the timing difference, if you pay more now, you get more in future. If you pay less now (for 330e), you get a lot less when resale. For e.g. 330i, bought 304k, after 5 years sold for say 154k, you lose 150k 330e bought for 283k, after 5 years sold for say 130k, you lose 153k Of course the time value of money or the interest cost is not covered in the above example. good point, I didn't consider that, I will need to take into consideration all these factors The BMW easydrive option offer the 330e after 5 years is 101.8k only . Lower than your estimates |
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TSchriscym
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Jan 26 2023, 12:17 PM
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QUOTE(Boy96 @ Jan 20 2023, 05:11 AM) The 330i sound system despite 10 speaker is horrible. Lack of bass and clarity, sound so soft have to turn up the volume quite high just to listen.. My ford and peugeot audio sounds way better than my 330li. Not sure how bmw made it so bad, hence u so many g20 owners change to the bowers & wilkins speakers aftermarket B&W for G20? good to know its an option. |
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TSchriscym
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Jan 26 2023, 12:24 PM
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QUOTE(Boy96 @ Jan 26 2023, 12:19 PM) I wonder if that will void the car's warranty. 5k, is about the price for B&W. Their headphones is 2k onwards, so 5k is about just about right price. |
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TSchriscym
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Feb 9 2023, 10:56 AM
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QUOTE(BigMan123 @ Feb 8 2023, 12:30 PM) Already in showrooms. First glance: - rear looks exactly the same, bumper more aggressive - front grill has too much chrome now. Not sure how it will look in all black grills. Any after shop doing this yet? - interior dash looks good, similar to Mercedes but slightly curved There is a new color…slight greenish metallic which looks awesome check out the new M340 LCI on youtube yesterday. it has the black all black grills. |
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TSchriscym
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Feb 9 2023, 11:01 AM
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QUOTE(romuluz777 @ Feb 8 2023, 01:08 PM) The kidney grilles definitely has to be swapped for blacked-out ones. Saw on car forums during launch, there are these new colours brooklyn grey and skyscraper grey metallic. Both look very nice on the G20. Are those frost colour? This post has been edited by chriscym: Feb 9 2023, 11:02 AM |
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TSchriscym
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Feb 15 2023, 05:23 PM
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QUOTE(hungrygodzilla @ Feb 15 2023, 04:48 PM) Yes, you might burn more petrol with the extra weight. But let's be realistic la, why are you worried about FC with the current RON95 price? If you are worried about FC then you should get proper FC efficient car. Say 2l per 100km different in FC, it's RM4+ for 100km. if you travel 2000km per month, it's RM80+ different. Given that you can afford 330i or 330e, RM80+ is barely a slightly good meal with your partner, and how many good meals you have each mth without thinking much? RV definitely not amazing la, i'll rather buy a slightly used authorized 2nd hand, maybe demo or manager car. yes agree with you, I think FC is not an issue, even for me as my company is paying for the fuel. But what the 330e has that the 330i doesn't is the adaptive suspension. |
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TSchriscym
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Mar 20 2023, 11:50 AM
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exactly i think now the issue with 330i harsh suspension is fixed with adaptive suspension. so the option between 330i and 330e is very clear and more fairly comparable.
Besides for those who can enjoy corporate fleet discount , 330e is not eligible for it, while 330i is eligible for 4% rebate.
I tested the 330i LCI with M sport suspension, actually I think the ride is acceptable for me, knowing the fact this is a sports sedan, there should be some compromise on comfort, but I am sure also many cant accept the harshness of the ride. But the M Adaptive Suspension came in the right time that I decided to opt for 330i with M Adaptive Suspension.
This post has been edited by chriscym: Mar 20 2023, 03:04 PM
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TSchriscym
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Mar 20 2023, 04:33 PM
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QUOTE(romuluz777 @ Mar 20 2023, 03:53 PM) Any idea when a 330i test drive car with the M-Active Susp will be available ? no idea, some dealers doesnt have test drive cars also. I went to Auto Bavaria the one at Ara Damansara. U can check that dealer |
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