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09-17-2013, 07:32 PM | #24 | |
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But I know the E39 540i, I drove it. What a car
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But it's offtopic for this thread. Anyone else here with 535d order (European 530d for that matter)? Share your config! |
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European LCI 530i was a 3-liter L6, 200kW, naturally aspirated, no turbo European LCI 540i was a 4-liter V8, NA, 225kW European LCI 550i was a 4.8-liter V8, NA, 270kW Note there was no L6 (turbocharged) 535i in Europe. Who knows why, maybe because of the recalls and problems with the hydraulic pump? |
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Here you have all data collected, http://autopower.se/modellguiden/e60.asp
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Guys diesel is not about the price/ gallon - Its abt MPG ... you can get over 40 some mpg on highway, try that with a gas turbo charged engine keeping weight more or less the same ... higher compression ratio's and natural combustion (no spark plugs) cause these sluggish machines to deliver more miles to a gallon.. now dont change the oil 11k miles or u'll toast that engine at 100k
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09-19-2013, 02:05 PM | #31 | |
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In Europe the 530d is EUR 3,350 CHEAPER than the 535i. In US the diesel is $1,500 MORE EXPENSIVE than the 535i. How does this makes sense, I don't know. I mean, when you want to penetrate a market with a new engine or a new model, you go cheaper not more expensive. It's just stupid IMO. On top of this, it's the price of diesel in US which in average is 11% more expensive than gas. So, unless you REALLY want your diesel or you plan to drive 20k+ miles a year, it makes no sense to buy the 535d over the 535i. There. I said it
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However, the ability to go 600 miles on a tank, i.e. fewer fill ups, has its appeal. So, does anybody know if the Euro 535d is simply a boosted version of the 535d offered in the US? Are there other major engine changes? EDIT: Never mind. The US version is the 530d the rest of the world gets. Single turbo. Thread below explains the differences. I guess the question is, how tuneable is the 530d? http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthre...=842918&page=2
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I had 335D for three years and it was a wonderful car. No major problems except few emission software updates, and recall for EGR. Price of the diesel was more expensive for most of the time but $4500.00 eco credit helped big time. My average millage was around 26MPG (I got up to 40MPG on log trips) because majority of the driving was in the city. Few months a go I ordered 2014 535D, but when I found out that July and August build cars had no 704 M Sport suspension(very important to me) and the eco credit was not available I canceled my order and got 2013 535 M Sport. IMO unless you are driving long distance on the highway every day diesel in not as economical as you would expect (at least 6 cylinders one). Plus 535d cost around 2 grand more then 535I. Again its personal preference and I’m not trying to justify my 535I purchase. LOL!
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Diesel is not (just) about saving money. Most people will probably not save much, if anything by buying a diesel.
The engine characteristics are just completely different. Some prefer it, some not. I buy diesel for daily driving because I prefer how the engine responds. |
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just test drive one before you buy one. I am going to test drive one soon.
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Yes, but unfortunately I do lease only and Audi residuals are really bad. Same total value, same conditions, but the lease will be up to $100 more / month.
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5 Series is much more fun to drive than the A6.
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The 528 will get close to the MPG of the 535d and this was a major selling point for me. Have the 4 banger X3 and find it to have more than enough horses and torque. Great choice folks!
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Hey diesel owners, don't apologize for your choice. You sound like car enthusiasts so power/ torque is important for you. And you're helping our environment by filling up less often. Huge win/win. Some of you probably considered the 550, but I think you made an excellent choice!
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I don't really understand this. I mean, you can get a speed ticket with a Geo Metro. Gotta control that right foot homie
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You don't have as many speed traps in SoCal as we do in NJ. I've lived on the left coast so I know by personal experience. "Homie"- I love that. That's a first for me. I'm the waspiest guy you'd ever meet.
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That's alright. When we open the door to that BMW dealership, we're all equal. Like entering a church/temple
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