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Originally Posted by nigelh
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.
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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.