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      07-15-2010, 07:02 AM   #10
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Originally Posted by nigelh View Post
I too am thrilled with my 530dSE.Love the sport mode.Would be interested to hear of your fuel consumption figures.My combined figure is about 33mpg, mainly short runs on country roads.

Hi Nigel:

I drive on a short 5 mile commute largely in a 30 mph zone so should be worst for economy but have been averaging around 32 mpg [UK]. Have not had too many long motorway journeys yet (but expect to in August) but hope it will at least get to 40 mpg laden.

I think the 5 GT has been an absolute find: once you get over the rear looks and the gimmicky rear end, it is actually a superb tourer: fast, stable, great drive and handling in sport mode, and tons of luxurious space. The car shares almost everything with the 7-Series and is only linked to the 5 in name. Even the trim options i have cant be got on the 5-Sedan and Touring [such as Ivory White Leather and Unlacquered Fineline Wood Interior. All the fun bits are standard.

I am soooo glad I got this over the M-Sport Sedan which I still cant love.
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