[itwasntme]

Originally Posted by mkc15

Rachet, Im evaluating BMW Adv Eye 2.0 dashcam for my 530.

Suggest you wait for the Advanced Eye Pro 3.0. Supposed to be much better.

[Impulsivemedusa]

Originally Posted by Rachet

Wireless Android auto and Apple car play - Pretty good feature . No wonder why it has become a deal breaker for almost every car buyer. I use it while on road trips. Have the habit of using google maps rather than the one which is loaded into the car.

Actually, there are big differences in using the inbuilt car map and the Android one, if the car is connected to the Internet and the map shows real-time-traffic-information (RTTI).

1. With the traffic information BMW can sense when to keep your car coasting or when to pull it out of coasting mode (an oncoming turn or a jam).
2. It can detect free parking slots near your fed-in destination and suggest parking and also activate your parking assistant
3. The inbuilt map neatly fits into your odometer console. You'll notice the clear difference in the details your odo console shows when you use inbuilt maps vs Android (though it is of course of little use without RTTI)
4. It can advise you on the weather in your destination when you arrive

In fact what we get as BMW voice assistant is a dumb assistant that can recognize only a pre-loaded set of instructions. The actual voice assistant actually learns from the way you drive, you speak, your standard settings and can suggest different things like seat position, ac setting, music (you can say, "Hey BMW, I'm stressed and it'll respond by changing settings to your favorites")...quite a lot when it is connected and learning.

While you can remote start your car with the digital key, it is limited to the range of the wireless device. In a connected car, you can start the car from anywhere (really remote) and also give a digital key to say, your wife to open the car in case you are away and she wants to open the door.

These are, by the way standard fare in BMWs sold across the world. We lose out on al these and more because BMWs here do not come connected.

Sigh

[Vineet258]

At present I have an Audi A3 among my 2 cars. Have been looking to buy a nice new car for quite some time. Your review helped me decide on the 630d. Saw the car at showroom a few days back and was in touch with the SA. However today when I was in the showroom (OSL Prestige, Kolkata) to book the car, got to know that BMW has removed 360 degree camera. What a disappointment. It's a deal breaker for me.

I wouldn't buy a car of this size and price without 360 degree camera. Especially as I plan to keep the car for 8 to 10 years and drive on congested city traffic. Even a car like Kia Seltos and newly launched Hyundai Tucson come with 360 camera. Quality of camera may not be same through. Maybe I will have to wait for a few months till they reintroduce this feature or may be when facelift is launched. And yes, HUD is also removed. Not sure if any other feature is also removed due to chip shortage.

[Rachet]

Originally Posted by Vineet258

At present I have an Audi A3 among my 2 cars. Have been looking to buy a nice new car for quite some time. Your review helped me decide on the 630d. Saw the car at showroom a few days back and was in touch with the SA. However today when I was in the showroom (OSL Prestige, Kolkata) to book the car, got to know that BMW has removed 360 degree camera. What a disappointment. It's a deal breaker for me. I wouldn't buy a car of this size and price without 360 degree camera. Especially as I plan to keep the car for 8 to 10 years and drive on congested city traffic. Even a car like Kia Seltos and newly launched Hyundai Tucson come with 360 camera. Quality of camera may not be same through. Maybe I will have to wait for a few months till they reintroduce this feature or may be when facelift is launched. And yes, HUD is also removed. Not sure if any other feature is also removed due to chip shortage.

Yes, it's indeed a disappointment that they removed those features. In my experience 360 deg camera is a must in a car of this size. It is a feature that I use extensively. Other than the 360 deg cam , HUD I also heard that they are not giving the Display key anymore with the car. It is not in anyway a deal breaker but that's something which used to come along with 630d without having to buy it separately.

[Atin_k]

Good morning all, I have driven compass since last 6 years and looking for BMW. Shortlisted vehicles- 3 GL, X3 diesel, 6 GT.

Need your help on:

1. Should we consider GT as it might go out of production in few months?
2. Does it make sense to buy diesel vehicle in this time? I love cars however not driving enthusiast.

Thanks
Atin

[Rachet]

Originally Posted by Atin_k

Good morning all, I have driven compass since last 6 years and looking for BMW. Shortlisted vehicles- 3 GL, X3 diesel, 6 GT.

Need your help on:

1. Should we consider GT as it might go out of production in few months?
2. Does it make sense to buy diesel vehicle in this time? I love cars however not driving enthusiast.

Thanks
Atin

1. According to me, even if it goes out of production most of the parts are shared between other cars in their portfolio hence part availability should not be an issue. Except for the exterior parts which defines the design of the car.
2. Choosing diesel engine should be based on the usage. If you drive a lot then its better to go with diesel , otherwise not. And the way I see it, future is still not set, so we will have to wait and watch the future of ICE .

[sudiptaadhya]

There is a new signature edition with display key, HUD, gesture control and other features. Sounds like it only comes in blue color though.

https://www.bmw.in/content/dam/bmw/m...7113411444.pdf

[sudiptaadhya]

Originally Posted by Rachet

1. According to me, even if it goes out of production most of the parts are shared between other cars in their portfolio hence part availability should not be an issue. Except for the exterior parts which defines the design of the car.

I have been watching your videos as I am also in the market for a 6Gt and going to the same dealer.

Your building looked familiar - thought it was the KG** building. I say a bit further down the road

[Rachet]

Originally Posted by sudiptaadhya

I have been watching your videos as I am also in the market for a 6Gt and going to the same dealer.

Your building looked familiar - thought it was the KG** building. I say a bit further down the road

Yes, you are right , it is the KG building

[smile_plzz]

Originally Posted by Rachet

1. According to me, even if it goes out of production most of the parts are shared between other cars in their portfolio hence part availability should not be an issue. Except for the exterior parts which defines the design of the car.
2. Choosing diesel engine should be based on the usage. If you drive a lot then its better to go with diesel , otherwise not. And the way I see it, future is still not set, so we will have to wait and watch the future of ICE .

Hi Rachet, my brother is looking to buy 630i GT. How has your ownership experience been with 6 series? Any issues you have faced in 2 years?

[Rachet]

Originally Posted by smile_plzz

Hi Rachet, my brother is looking to buy 630i GT. How has your ownership experience been with 6 series? Any issues you have faced in 2 years?

Hi, I can without a doubt say that I am extremely happy with the car. I have faced no major issues so far that are worth mentioning.

[grabbyG]

Hi Rachet, This review has been very amazing and even pushing few of us to think about investing and enjoying a car worth almost Rs 1 Cr. I have recently come across an offer from KUN for 6 GT which I even forwarded in the WhatsApp group. They are giving this car with zero down payment and 10 years EMI. I am test driving one this week and will keep this thread posted how it goes.

[Rachet]

Originally Posted by grabbyG

Hi Rachet, This review has been very amazing and even pushing few of us to think about investing and enjoying a car worth almost Rs 1 Cr. I have recently come across an offer from KUN for 6 GT which I even forwarded in the WhatsApp group. They are giving this car with zero down payment and 10 years EMI. I am test driving one this week and will keep this thread posted how it goes.

Thank you. I hope you like the car and it suits all your needs. All the best with your car buying .

[cooldip]

Originally Posted by grabbyG

I have recently come across an offer from KUN for 6 GT which I even forwarded in the WhatsApp group.

Best wishes on your 6GT search. Is it a 30i or 20d? As far as I know, the 30d was discontinued in early 2023.

[BlackBagheera]

Hi Rachet, I recently purchased a 620d and got Advanced Car Eye 3.0 pro with it. One observation is that even if I enable the audio recording option, it gets auto-disabled after around 30 minutes of driving. Is it a feature or a bug? I'm checking with you because I remembered you also got the dashcam from BMW.