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      07-05-2012, 10:59 AM   #8
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Drives: F10 530D SE 2013 Imperial Blue
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Originally Posted by darrko View Post
Would I really feel a significant difference between the 520d and 530d? I understand its a 4 vs 6 debate in which the 6 will always win but in a real-life scenario......
I went through them all starting with a test drive of the 520d, then the 525d (4 pot version) then the 530d. The reason I kept on going was a vague feeling of dissatisfaction with the 520d and 525d - they just seemed underpowered and noisy (even though in reality they are good engines).

But the 530d sealed it - plenty of power and you wouldn't know it was a diesel apart from on start up. Great car. I would definitely go for this secondhand but there aren't many available - but it does depend on your budget.... (or even a 535d )
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