525d M Sport or 525i M Sport
06-22-2007, 11:53 AM
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My Ride: My ex-ride: EU '08 LCI 520dA. Space Grey, Sport Seats in Black Leather/Fabric Anthracite, Sport Steering Wheel, A/C with Extended Features, Hi-Fi Speakers, Cup Holders, Cruise with Braking function, Folding Rear Seats, Xenons, Park Distance Control.
Originally Posted by titanium' post='438530' date='Jun 22 2007, 12:12 PM
The only disadvantage is probably the sound of the dieselengine. Not to sexy !
The ladies love good vibrations, if there where any...
For those, get a Harley.
06-22-2007, 12:08 PM
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My Ride: 520d SE
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Good choice, stick with the 525d. The petrol may be quicker 0-60, but I am sure the diesel will have more punch in the mid range.
06-22-2007, 12:08 PM
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Originally Posted by idgam' post='438179' date='Jun 21 2007, 08:28 AM
Hi
I have placed an order with a leasing company for the car below. I ordered a diesel for the fuel economy and the tax implications.
When I spoke to the guy at the leasing company he asked why I haven’t gone for a petrol car (all my previous cars have been petrol – think I am a bit of a petrol head deep down). I mentioned my reasons and he said that new 525i is nearly as frugal on fuel and cheaper in company car tax.
Now I am in a quandary. Do I change my mind and go for a 525i petrol or stick to the diesel, which will be my first diesel car. It will still be a manual either way as my budget does not stretch to an auto.
What are you thoughts?
I have placed an order with a leasing company for the car below. I ordered a diesel for the fuel economy and the tax implications.
When I spoke to the guy at the leasing company he asked why I haven’t gone for a petrol car (all my previous cars have been petrol – think I am a bit of a petrol head deep down). I mentioned my reasons and he said that new 525i is nearly as frugal on fuel and cheaper in company car tax.
Now I am in a quandary. Do I change my mind and go for a 525i petrol or stick to the diesel, which will be my first diesel car. It will still be a manual either way as my budget does not stretch to an auto.
What are you thoughts?
BTW I recently drove a loaner 520d and thought it was superb. If you have a budget to stick to I would go for the 520d M sport as many extras as possible.
06-22-2007, 12:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Merv the Derv' post='438757' date='Jun 22 2007, 09:08 PM
BTW I recently drove a loaner 520d and thought it was superb. If you have a budget to stick to I would go for the 520d M sport as many extras as possible.
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06-22-2007, 12:25 PM
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My Ride: My ex-ride: EU '08 LCI 520dA. Space Grey, Sport Seats in Black Leather/Fabric Anthracite, Sport Steering Wheel, A/C with Extended Features, Hi-Fi Speakers, Cup Holders, Cruise with Braking function, Folding Rear Seats, Xenons, Park Distance Control.
Originally Posted by aybeesea' post='438763' date='Jun 22 2007, 11:19 PM
Rumoured engine and tranny chnages in September for 520d.
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06-23-2007, 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Ricracing' post='438765' date='Jun 22 2007, 09:25 PM
If so the 520dA would be the car.
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06-23-2007, 01:16 PM
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Originally Posted by aybeesea' post='439098' date='Jun 23 2007, 08:30 PM
What the heck is one of those?
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06-23-2007, 01:31 PM
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Originally Posted by colejl' post='439134' date='Jun 23 2007, 10:16 PM
It's what the twin-turbo 2 litre (204hp) will be badged...
06-23-2007, 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by colejl' post='439134' date='Jun 23 2007, 10:16 PM
It's what the twin-turbo 2 litre (204hp) will be badged...
204PS is 150kW.
From 09/07 there will be:
520d 130kW
525d 145kW
530d 170kW
535d 210kW
If you were going to "name" a 150kW diesel to fit consistently and unambiguously in the range, would YOU call it a 523d?
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