Why did they bring 535i only in america ?
08-22-2012, 01:52 AM
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My Ride: 2008 535i LCI with sports/premium package, Sports trans with paddle shifters, CF emblems, JB4 Software, Dinan Exhaust, Navigation, M5Tech body kit, Carbon wrap interrior trim and CIC Controller.
I drove a 335d at the performance center for a few hours, that is a bas ass car, lots of power. I have not driven a 335i so I have no comparison but would guess it is a little faster. I also agree with Pukka, why pay more for a diesel up front and then have to pay more at the pump? It's just too costly here to own one. In Europe, the diesel is increasing in price but I think its still less than regular fuel.
08-22-2012, 04:05 AM
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545 and 550 are very rare here.. There's only five 545's and three 550 e60's on the market ( our own ''autotrader'' site.. )
I would definetly drive V8 but the gasoline is twice as expensive as there, and with diesel you need to pay extra taxes about 500-600euros per year. ( 600-800usd )
I would definetly drive V8 but the gasoline is twice as expensive as there, and with diesel you need to pay extra taxes about 500-600euros per year. ( 600-800usd )
08-22-2012, 11:38 AM
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My Ride: 04 BMW 545iA ZSP, ZCW, HUD, Silvergrau
Alot of the arguments against the "value" of a hybrid over a conventional ICE engine apply to Diesels as well. The extra cost of the diesel powertrain & extra cost of fuel would erode the value proposition and extend the payback period over an ICE. In Europe diesel is subsidized, and the way engines are taxed by size/displacement alters the equation.
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