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SpyPix--BMW 335d in Final U.S. Tests (282 hp / 428 lb-ft)
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07-08-2008, 10:02 PM | #67 |
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You got it, it is a sequential setup, not a twin setup!
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07-08-2008, 10:52 PM | #69 |
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The gas costs about 35 cents a gallon more than premium, the car averages only about 7 mpg more than my 335 does now, I will have less power, a less free revving engine, and I will pay several thousand for this, why?
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07-08-2008, 11:35 PM | #70 |
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^ well, first you'd have to get your verb-age correct, diesels do not use "gas" they use diesel fuel...
As its stated throughout this short thread, those mileage estimates are very conservative, more than likely you'll save on fuel consumption. However, it still may not be enough to cover the up-front added cost of purchasing a diesel. If BMW charges a premium for it that is. If it runs the same cost as the 335i, it should be worth cross-shopping if diesel and premium stay around the same prices... Since you already own an e90, it probably wouldn't be advantageous for you to trade. Usually BMW 3ers loose +-40% of their value in the first 3 years, so you may or may not be upside down depending on what you did or did not finance... Also keep in mind that the diesel engine should be able to accept mods just as a gas unit does. As in, it might be very easy to get back that power you think you need on a daily basis...
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07-09-2008, 01:50 AM | #71 | |
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335d is ~27% more efficient or ~180 miles extra per tank(16 gallon tank). Better on the enviroment, less Co2 emissions. Thats why. Less HP, but way more torque, which is actually what moves the car. |
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07-09-2008, 02:01 AM | #72 |
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dude diesel is like an average of like $5.30 a gallon here in cali. who in their right mind would go for this? even if it is better gas mileage the price of it will become basically the same thing as a normal gasoline car.
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07-09-2008, 02:28 AM | #73 |
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My brother leased a 335d (European version) for some time and i must say it was really good, i mean really good. Not so much difference with the 335i and believe me, you really do save a lot on fuel comparing to the 335i. Plus the high torque is just awesome, the car pulls like a beast !!!
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07-09-2008, 04:03 AM | #74 |
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Quite a few of us outside the US drive diesels in preference to petrol. Economy is only one reason. Drivability is another and range also. I've owned many cars over the years from 2.0 liter Alfa's to V8 SUV's and my wife has just taken delivery of a new 2.0d X3 coupled with the 6-speed ZF auto.
It's our first diesel and I have to say it's a revelation. Just so easy to drive around the city and smooth. The engine is the latest gen BMW 2.0d as also fitted here to the 1 series, 3 series and 5 series. Wonderful and no regrets. BTW I have an E90 M3 on order so that's the other extreme I guess! |
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07-09-2008, 04:27 AM | #75 |
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Diesel is actually cheaper in most European countries then petrol/gas.
Diesel in Belgium is currently €1.458 per liter compared to €1.610 for 95 or €1.656 for 98 RON. So not only do you get much better consumption (and therefor more range), but prices are lower and you get a lot more torque. Negative is that you pay more for the purchase of the car with a diesel engine. |
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07-09-2008, 06:15 AM | #76 | |
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Old sticker used to be like 21/30 or something, but at any rate I manage 20 city and 30 highway AT LEAST (there's been times I even got 33 hwy). But since when do people buying these cars care about emissions and fuel consumption? |
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07-09-2008, 09:58 AM | #77 | |
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07-09-2008, 10:44 AM | #78 |
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Why so much torque..?
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07-09-2008, 10:57 AM | #79 |
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I'm sure regular and premium will be right up there with that diesel price in the very near future. Usually diesel jumps in price before gasoline, but in the end they usually end up at a similar price point...
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07-09-2008, 11:02 AM | #80 |
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Ok, I tried to figure out what the annual savings would be, if any, among the different 3 series options for 2009. Feel free to comment on the numbers. The fuel prices are from MarylandFuelPrices.com, using my home city. I also estimated 15,000 highway miles a year for driving (as it would be easier for me to calculate that way; I understand that is not necessarily representative of everyone's individual commute). The 0-60 times are based on BMWUSA.com, plus the 6.2 seconds for 0-62 noted on the first page of this thread.
Price of premium: $4.31 Price of diesel: $4.99 Miles driven per year: 15,000 328i highway mpg, estimated 0-60: 28, 6.3 (manual), 6.9 (automatic) 335i highway mpg : 26, 5.4 (manual), 5.6 (automatic) 335d highway mpg (est): 33, 6.2 (automatic only) 328i total annual gallons consumed (15,000/28): 536 335i total annual gallons consumed (15,000/26): 577 335d total annual gallons consumed (15,000/33): 455 328i total annual fuel cost (536x$4.31): $2,308.93 335i total annual fuel cost (577x$4.31): $2,486.54 335d total annual fuel cost (455 x $4.99): $2,268.18 So, total savings (under the facts assumed here) for the 335d is $40.75, compared to the 328i, and $218.36, compared to the 335i. That surprised me, as I had been a big proponent of the 335d, even if it is coming in automatic-only guise. But now with diesel prices at 68¢ per gallon more than premium, the annual fuel cost differential is pretty small. That's a change since the last time I tried this analysis (http://www.e90post.com/forums/showpo...&postcount=171). |
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07-09-2008, 11:10 AM | #81 |
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Nice pics... Either the design center has a thousand 15776 license plates or they keep using the same one... I saw that on other mules in the past.
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07-09-2008, 11:14 AM | #82 |
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This is somewhere in Nevada...
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07-09-2008, 11:21 AM | #84 | |
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The only thing is that prices for fuel vary so much from locale to locale that you numbers do not translate to where I am. I usually use the regional or national averages when I do the same analysis. For example today Premium was $4.69, diesel $4.99 where I am. So my saving would be double yours, not to mention the 33 is a low ball figure and you are not comparing auto to auto. For US fuel avg. I use the Department of Energy site: http://www.eia.doe.gov/oil_gas/petro...petroleum.html BTW- the reason for the auto in the 335d is for drivability and efficiency.
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07-09-2008, 11:32 AM | #85 | |
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yea, i believe they have many with the same #, because it's always the same # on their test mules.
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07-09-2008, 11:34 AM | #86 | |
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It seems that most, not all, Americans are unable to see the 335D as an alternative performance package, but rather see the "D" badge and break immediately into arithmetic to work out fuel savings. Which do exist. If you want a high-revving experience go buy a 335i - you'll love it, and nobody could fault you. However .... if you enjoy a mountain of addictive, creamy torque (just ask all those 335i drivers who appreciate that), equal real world performance and much better mpg you'll soon have the choice of a 335D. Choice is good. D.
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07-09-2008, 11:42 AM | #87 | |
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diesel around my area is about $0.30 more than premium as well (~$5.10 for diesel; ~$4.80 for 91).
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