I've looked at the linked thread and note the two cars were run for different periods and totally different mileage. So although not debating the actual running costs of each, it isn't quite a level playing field for long term costs. From how I see it (have lots of years looking at statistics) it is skewed towards the longer period of ownership of the 320d. But obviously still cheaper.
The 320d does make a lot of sense, and fuel costs do have a big part to play for most motorists, in choosing which engine to live with.
HighlandPete
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