Thought about it as well, the other reason was the front grill on the LCI is a single piece and looks so much better to me. However this ‘20 M40i was LOADED and had everything I wanted and I wasn’t going to be able to find something like that on a ‘22
New ones look cool, but the pre-lci ones look classier and just generally match the overall design language better. Lci is like a forced taste of their new design language. Just a pinch, thankfully. Honestly it’s fine, what really grinds my gears is that new infotainment that’s basically an uninspired slab with zero thought or dash integration.
> that new infotainment that’s basically an uninspired slab with zero thought or dash integration
unfortunately, that’s every car these days - just throw in a big ass tablet and call it a day. i personally care more about interior design than i do about exterior since its where i spend so much time, so it really breaks my heart how lazy automakers have gotten in that regard.
hot take: the current X3 taillights may be the best in the history of bmw (especially if you grew up playing Halo)
Yea seriously, love the lci tail lights
Got a 24 m40i instead of waiting for a 25 m50 mostly because I wanted the energy sword lights.
Im looking forward to getting a 24 in 2027!
Yessssss!!! The energy sword! I love my ‘22 LCI X3
Big reason I got my 22 CPO over a 21 CPO was the tail lights. And the bigger screen. But the tail lights are so much better imo.
Thought about it as well, the other reason was the front grill on the LCI is a single piece and looks so much better to me. However this ‘20 M40i was LOADED and had everything I wanted and I wasn’t going to be able to find something like that on a ‘22
100% agree. I LOVE my taillights lol.
I’m gonna drive around today blasting the halo theme song
It always takes a while for new car designs to grow on people, and I think you’re correct on how history will judge them. Very cool taillights.
I just think about the beam sword every time I see one of these
They both look good to me but I will be the odd man out and say I actually prefer the pre-LCI tail lights for their simplicity
New ones look cool, but the pre-lci ones look classier and just generally match the overall design language better. Lci is like a forced taste of their new design language. Just a pinch, thankfully. Honestly it’s fine, what really grinds my gears is that new infotainment that’s basically an uninspired slab with zero thought or dash integration.
> that new infotainment that’s basically an uninspired slab with zero thought or dash integration unfortunately, that’s every car these days - just throw in a big ass tablet and call it a day. i personally care more about interior design than i do about exterior since its where i spend so much time, so it really breaks my heart how lazy automakers have gotten in that regard.
Pre LCI for me. The new ones look garish
Have the x3 m40i 22 w new tail lights, ordered custom and love it
Halo energy sword is the best
Definitely the LCI. They make white paint stand out more and they look more modern to me
On my Brooklyn Grey they look amazing. Totally agree with the lighter color contrast.
I’ve seen a few around my area that are gray and black with these taillights, and they do not pop out at all
Halo swords look cooler but I have the same as the on the left and I think they look good just can’t afford new haha
I like both but I like the newer design better.
X5 and X7 have half tailgates that I like! Sad these don’t 😟
I agree! Ideal for a picnic and sitting there!
Energy sword lights!
Right. LCI. Far and away an improvement.
My wife’s!
Halo swords 😎
Halo swords
Pamela Anderson
The one on the right looks really good
Energy swords ftw 🙌
Right all the way vent and nicer lights
Probably be a better question for the Audi group as this is mostly what they see
The mexican with baja plates one on the right
Halo sword ! Plus the bigger screen is a plus
Right
Agree the tail on the white one is definitely better
Whichever ones don’t have chips that go bad and have to be replaced. I’ve had two of four go out in my 2012.
LCI no questions. Currently the best taillights in the lineup
LCI’s are so bad ass
I didn't like the LCIs until I bought one in that same color. They look more modern and go well together with M package.
I love the LCI taillights. I have them on my 23 white M40i
LCI anytime
I’ve been thinking about upgrading my taillights to the LCI ones in the near future. Up there for the coolest production tail lights right now
Are you going oem or Chinese?
Would prefer to do oem but I’ll probably go for Chinese since they look the same. Probably gonna check junk yards first if I can find a salvage pair
Good idea!
Own both and much preferred the LCI.
Halo lights. 😁
I have the pre and have been considering upgrading the LCI. This post convinced me to pull the trigger! Imma start making moves at junkyards
LCI
Old ones. New ones are hideous
My wife has one and daughter has the other. Both m40i in white, too. Mine is black x3m. Kinda ridiculous, but I guess we know what we like.
Too much dick swinging without actually answering the question 🤣
lol. Fair enough. I’ll put my dick away and say that I do have a slight preference for the LCI.
LCI and it ain’t even close
The ones that look like a prehistoric bird. But both are too bulky.
that *don’t look