09-12-2022, 06:05 PM | #1 |
First Lieutenant
567
Rep 300
Posts |
My Dilemma: 2022 M240 or 2023 230i
I am pretty sure I know the answer to this but would like your thoughts: $7,000 difference after taxes.
2022 M240I - Black Sapphire - Tacora Red - ETA 3 weeks Shadowline Premium Package 792 wheels Lumbar Remote Start 2023 230i xdrive - Brooklyn Grey - Black Sensatec - ETA 3 months Shadowline M Sport Package Premium Package 797 wheels M Sport package Pro HK sound Lumbar Wireless Charging The M240i is a beast and the 230i is no slouch either. Having a tough time deciding. Side note, does the M240i come with ambient lighting as is not showing on the build?
__________________
2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Veloce
2022 Chrysler Pacifica Touring L AWD (dog van) |
09-12-2022, 06:13 PM | #3 |
Lieutenant Colonel
1819
Rep 1,961
Posts |
I'd wait and order an exact spec personally. This is a lot of money on the table.
If I had to choose, probably 240 for the engine, but I like the BG better (I'm biased) on the 230. I think you'd have less/no regrets with the 240. |
Appreciate
1
Golddog566.50 |
09-12-2022, 07:10 PM | #5 | |
Lieutenant
364
Rep 425
Posts |
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
1
Golddog566.50 |
09-12-2022, 07:27 PM | #8 |
Private First Class
117
Rep 122
Posts |
Background: I have recently placed an order for m240i rwd, and I'm coming from a 16' m235i xdrive.
I also looked at 230i and when I spec it to what I like, it ended up being only like ~5-6k difference so, it was a no brainer for me. I compared the value vs. some competition like GR86 & Golf R. but m240i was about 60% more expensive vs GR86, but ~70% more HP, so it made sense for me as well. |
09-12-2022, 07:38 PM | #9 |
Lieutenant Colonel
1819
Rep 1,961
Posts |
The 240/Supra is the best bang for your buck right now from a power perspective (I don't acknowledge/buy domestic cars). I believe the last time I priced an S3 it was more expensive than the 240, Golf R is very close, IIRC...and they have much less HP and feel cheaper.
|
09-12-2022, 08:26 PM | #10 |
Lieutenant
799
Rep 487
Posts |
F it. Just get a GT4 or maybe a Cayman GTS.
Seriously though I'd go M240 if you can swing the $7k. Just got back from a night run on the highway. 6,300 miles on the odo and it still impresses me. Sport+ is just another animal. Comfort turns to a soft daily. 2 cars in one. Only thing it's missing is a nice manual gearbox. |
09-13-2022, 07:28 AM | #14 |
Enlisted Member
37
Rep 41
Posts |
Another thing to consider, do you have any preference for iDrive 7 vs. 8 and interior layout? The 22 will have the physical climate controls and favorites buttons, the 23 will have the large double tablet and longer software support/updates. Personally, 8 seems like a happy medium between the tile layout of iDrive 6 and menus of 7 with updated graphics.
|
Appreciate
1
Golddog566.50 |
09-13-2022, 07:51 AM | #16 |
First Lieutenant
567
Rep 300
Posts |
Made the decision this morning to go with the M240I. Just couldn't pass up the chance to get the B58 engine. Should be arriving in about 2 weeks. Originally, black sapphire was my second choice of colors after Portimao. A large part of the decision was the fact that it had the ID7. The interior looks more cohesive and I like the simplicity of the ID7 as well as the physical buttons.
__________________
2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Veloce
2022 Chrysler Pacifica Touring L AWD (dog van) |
Appreciate
8
CarsAndGuitars2068.50 KmtbS43.50 jay1k281.00 DrJLag420799.00 Rag9000124.50 inc235116.50 bmw1622.50 ZeusHorkios107.50 |
09-13-2022, 12:43 PM | #18 | |
Private First Class
353
Rep 151
Posts |
Quote:
Black Sapphire looks great. As a matter of fact, that's the color I picked for mine. Mine is of course ID-7. And I agree, it is definitely a more integrated design. When I'm pushing the car, even a little, I've been known to mumble aloud – this car is just fantastic! Bob |
|
Appreciate
1
Golddog566.50 |
09-13-2022, 03:01 PM | #20 |
Private First Class
293
Rep 150
Posts |
|
Appreciate
0
|
09-14-2022, 04:51 PM | #21 |
Second Lieutenant
230
Rep 225
Posts |
I would wait
In fact I am still waiting. I could of had a 230 in May. But I knew the 240 was the machine. ( I have owned one). So I am still waiting.
It sucks but what you going to do. I have tried every dealer in my state and nothing. Found one in Minn wouldn’t sell it to me because their dealer rules are only neighboring states. I am two states away…I am not kidding. Found one in Fla wanted 7500 over sticker. This isn’t an easy endeavor. Hap |
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
|
|