BMW ECO Pro, Is it worth it? / BMW 435i Test

This video showcases my results of driving an entire tank in ECO PRO mode. BMW has designed ECO PRO mode to help you drive more efficient.

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[zvkvhs]

I drove 335 miles and only used half a tank in a 2023 430i. I’m extremely impressed! Eco Pro is the way to go. My buddy drove his Tesla model 3 the same trip and had to stop to recharge along the way… 😂

[simoninproductions]

He failed to mention one big point, when in eco-pro you’re a transmission literally disconnects from the driveline and allows you to coast at IDLE, which saves wear and tear, gas and a lot of other things

[jimmyjerryjunior]

I got a 535d two months ago. I commute 130 miles per day, so knocking off 10 miles per gallon each trip adds up. Also, when traffic slows down and there’s no benefit to 415 ft lbs of torque, it makes sense for me. I’ve even gotten used to the auto stop and hold features. Thanks for the video.

[MrJaysun]

I just bought a 435i Gran coupe and I’m so glad I found your vid bro!

[MrGESE-uese]

17 mpg. wow bro, thats insane. My whole body is shaking when my BMW goes below 36 mpg. Good video. Thanks.

[skdhaliwal]

I think it's a good feature to have when your tired from work or something and want a quieter and relaxed ride home.

[jhead]

Great video I'm driving a 750LI M sport. The only time I use ECO is if I'm on a straight drive on the highway for long distances. Other than that I don't use it because I like to feel that twin turbo in sport mode. That's the most exciting way to drive it and it seems to me that that's the way SHE likes to be driven...lol

[jimdurnin]

Good Video and perspective - I use ECO Mode quite a lot as I am not an aggressive driver (80% of the time). Current add to tank is 53 miles and I have a quarter of a tank left. Depends on how you driver overall... I think it is a great feature especially the coast mode and battery charging capability...JD

[Hackzoid]

I'm getting mad returns with EcoPro especially between work and home, the sweet spot is between 80-100km/h that's when it's the most efficient.

[tyler]

Nice video, I think you saved quite a bit more than just what Eco Pro displayed. You said you usually get between 17-20 and you averaged 23 on that tank? Thats 40 miles added if you usually get 20 mpg.

I wanted to see how high I could get my fuel economy so I used Eco Pro on my 17' X3 xdrive35i traveling to Oklahoma from San Antonio last weekend. I filled up (17.7 gallon tank size) before I left and made it to my destination 420 miles with 106 miles of range left. I did coast downhill and stayed under or at the speed limit (60-75 mph) but would go over if coasting made me. My indicated MPG on the car computer was 30.3 mpg for the trip, 29.6 mpg for the tank. I use to Fuelly to track fuel economy and it showed 28.8 mpg when I filled up again. My previous best was 26.7. The efficiency dynamics display showed I added 11.7 miles.

Things I noticed that Eco Pro does:
-Above 30 mph when you take your foot off the accelerator completely it decouples the engine and transmission and you coast at idle.
-Makes the throttle response way more muted, which makes it easier to modulate the throttle or hold it or increase in very fine increments. I found that I could easily beat cruise control when there is any type of elevation. You can see it by looking at the performance displays to see what HP/TQ you are using vs cruise control.
-Reduces the fan speed of the AC system
-I assume it will also shift you into a higher gear faster than comfort but haven't really paid much attention to it.
-Alerts you when you go over a certain speed that you set in the Eco Pro configuration menu. Mine is set at 75 mph

[Fc-cbtn]

Not sure if I remembered this correctly but I managed something between 9 to 10 litres per 100km (32 to 28.2 mpg) on my 640i Gran Coupe in Eco Pro. Drove for two hours on a mixture of urban roads and highways in Hong Kong (mostly highway), with mild traffic and at speeds from 25 to 75 miles an hour. Felt that the car was way happier with coasting. It was so quiet I genuinely believe that the engine had turned off. Not bad for a 2-ton car...

[davidmanders]

thanks for the video, I drive a BMW X1 and I`m driving mainly locally for the last 2 1/2 years and getting upper 20`s in the mpg range (petrol). The engine is a 2 litre X drive and expressing my disappointment to BMW and other users, i have until now not heard anyone including most BMW drivers who agrees with my conclusions. thankyou for confirming my views!

[Drewallin]

Thanks for explaining about eco pro, I have it in my new 440 green vert :) but now you explained it better so thanks for the pros and cons explanation!

[jarraandyftm]

Tried it on a 242 mile motorway drive. Managed 48.3mpg at a max of 70mph.

Same drive in comfort just being careful, 49.9mpg.

F30 335d.

[cesarsandiford]

What's up bro, how much did you pay for the 435i? which year and trim it is? I'm thinking about getting into bmw (Volvo S60 owner), but not sure if the M235i or the 435i.

[AlmostLastJedi]

I hate eco pro in my 430d, if you only gained 9 miles in 300. I’d rather tare up the road in sport.

[ViewsofTheVI]

i think its probably good for long highway cruises? I just spent my first day driving my 435i x drive and it felt really weird trying to accelerate even on the highway but cruise control was no problem

[SynysterCyko]

Again. A very cool and unique video idea. Keep it up brotha!

[LordAqwGuide]

Planing on buying a 435xi 2015 gran coupe, how much should i expect in MPG in city driving only?

[dandavenport]

I totally agree. I do a lot of highway driving and it doesn’t seem to save me any gas if I’m going above 60 miles an hour. If I am on my last few drops until the gas station I will put it on to get me there, but that is about all.