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      07-20-2010, 01:26 AM   #3
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Drives: BMW X3 3.0d 2007 & 530d 2011
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I used to have been driven both cars.
The 520d is just ok but the 525d is a BMW.

It's a pitty not to pick the "straight six" instead the 4 cilinders 520d.

On the paper there is no such big difference but in the reality are two different "animals".

After many tests my choice was 530d (pretty same engine like 525d but more consistent and powerfull) and another important thing is to take the wide 245 front and 275 rear tires, no matter the diameter of the rims but my choice was 18inches. This combination of tire gives you best handling, best feedback from steering wheel. Like are use to with our previous BMW's.

Good luck with your choice
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