| Pros | Cons | What's New |
|---|---|---|
Brakes got a strong bite | The ride is not as smooth as you would expect | New model on 3 Series |
The engine is potent and less noisy | Infotainment system takes time to get used to | |
Precise steering wheel | Why is there no manual transmission? |
$54,000
price382 hp @ 5000 rpm
horsepower369 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm
torque8-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission3.0L 6cyl RWD 8A
engine-
basic warrantyThe 2020 BMW M340i makes for an excellent contender in the compact sedan class. With standalone trim on offer, the BMW M340i has a base MSRP of $54,000. It competes directly with the Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43, the Audi S4, and the Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400. Only a 3.0L turbocharged Inline-6 engine is offered, mated to an 8-Speed Automatic transmission. Together, they produce 382 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.4 seconds, the M340i maintains a
If you are into drifting and stuff then go ahead with the M340i with a rear-wheel-drive setup. Otherwise, for more stable handling we suggest opting for the M340i with an all-wheel-drive system which is dubbed as xDrive. Some standard features offered with M340i are M Sport rear differential, sport-tuned brakes, sport suspension, a sunroof, 10.25-inch touchscreen, simulated leather upholstery power front seats, and a digital instrument cluster. For more, you can get the Executive Package, Driving Assistance Package, and Premium Package.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2020 BMW M340i Ranked #6 | 4.4 sec | 13.1 sec | 130 mph | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S Ranked #1 | 3.66 sec | - | 155 mph | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 Ranked #2 | 3.84 sec | - | 155 mph | |||
2020 Audi RS 3 Ranked #3 | 3.9 sec | 12.5 sec | 155 mph | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 Ranked #4 | 4 sec | - | - | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 Ranked #5 | 4.23 sec | - | 155 mph |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2020 BMW M340i Ranked #2 | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | 15.6 gal. | 343.2/468 mi. | |||
2020 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #1 | 22 mpg | 32 mpg | 26 mpg | 15.9 gal. | 349.8/508.8 mi. | |||
2020 Genesis G70 Ranked #2 | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | 15.8 gal. | 347.6/474 mi. | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 Ranked #2 | 23 mpg | 29 mpg | 25 mpg | 13.5 gal. | 310.5/391.5 mi. | |||
2020 Audi S4 Ranked #3 | 20 mpg | 27 mpg | 23 mpg | 15.3 gal. | 306/413.1 mi. | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 Ranked #3 | 20 mpg | 29 mpg | 23 mpg | 13.5 gal. | 270/391.5 mi. |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2020 BMW M340i Ranked #6 | 185.7 in. | 71.9 in. | 56.4 in. | 5.4 in. | 112.2 in. | |||
2020 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #1 | 195.9 in. | 73.4 in. | 56.9 in. | 5.9 in. | 113 in. | |||
2020 Infiniti Q50 Ranked #2 | 189.6 in. | 71.8 in. | 57.2 in. | 5 in. | 112.2 in. | |||
2020 Audi S4 Ranked #3 | 187.5 in. | 72.7 in. | 56.2 in. | 4.2 in. | 111 in. | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S Ranked #4 | 187.3 in. | 72.4 in. | 56.1 in. | 3.6 in. | 111.8 in. | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 Ranked #5 | 187.2 in. | 72.4 in. | 56.1 in. | 3.6 in. | 111.8 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2020 BMW M340i Ranked #2 | 13 cu.ft. | 97.3 cu.ft. | 89.7 cu.ft. | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 Ranked #1 | 11.6 cu.ft. | - | 222.5 cu.ft. | |||
2020 Genesis G70 Ranked #3 | 10.5 cu.ft. | 93.8 cu.ft. | 68.6 cu.ft. | |||
2020 Audi S4 Ranked #4 | 12 cu.ft. | 116.6 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. | |||
2020 Cadillac CT4-V Ranked #5 | 10.7 cu.ft. | 93.5 cu.ft. | 52.7 cu.ft. | |||
2020 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #6 | 16.7 cu.ft. | 99.9 cu.ft. | 16.7 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2020 BMW M340i Ranked #1 | 89.7 cu.ft. | 13 cu.ft. | 89.7 cu.ft. | - | |||
2020 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #2 | 16.7 cu.ft. | 16.7 cu.ft. | 16.7 cu.ft. | - | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 Ranked #3 | - | 12.6 cu.ft. | - | - | |||
2020 Infiniti Q50 Ranked #4 | 13.2 cu.ft. | 13.2 cu.ft. | 13.2 cu.ft. | - | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 Ranked #5 | - | 11.6 cu.ft. | - | - | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 Ranked #6 | 222.5 cu.ft. | 11.6 cu.ft. | 222.5 cu.ft. | - |
Car Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2020 BMW M340i Ranked #2 | - | 860 lbs. | 3849 lbs. | |||
2020 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #1 | 1000 lbs. | 905 lbs. | 3649 lbs. | |||
2020 Genesis G70 Ranked #2 | - | - | 3516 lbs. | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 Ranked #2 | - | - | 3660 lbs. | |||
2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S Ranked #2 | - | 906 lbs. | 3900 lbs. | |||
2020 Audi S4 Ranked #2 | - | 1058 lbs. | 3847 lbs. |
