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Originally Posted by indus
In the UK there is a £5k difference between the 535d and 535i. The BHP of both is near identical and the 535d has 50% more torque. I've only driven the 530d so far and really enjoyed the wave of torque. In terms of mpg I only do 8k miles a year so don't think I'd ever recover the £5k differential in fuel costs.
So my question is whether the 535i engine is as nice, powerful and enjoyable as the 535d
Thanks
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If you configure the 535i with sport auto the price difference comes down to £3k and, speaking from 3k miles experience, the 8 speed gearbox is well worth the extra.
I've only driven the 35i unit in a Z4 and I agree that it's a fantastic engine, but you have to work it hard in order to fully appreciate it and that would mean a significant reduction in 'real-world' mpg.
The diesel engine is just sublime, it feels effortless and I love that lazy low-end rumble as you're rapidly propelled towards the horizon. It's quite uncanny to feel such acceleration with so little drama.