325d ??? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

Dante · 11-11-2005, 04:40 AM

Does anyone know if there is a diesel planned in europe between the 320d (4 cyl. 163 hp) and the 330d (6 cyl. 231 hp)?

The gap between those 2 is quite huge (in price and performance), so I would appreciate a step between.

Maybe a smaller sixpack?

So if there is hope, please

Greetings from Germany

Thomas · 11-16-2005, 08:30 AM

I was wondering the same thing, but with the E46 the same situation occured. But they didn't put the engine from the 525d in the E46, so I don't think they will do it now.. I didn't read/heard rumours that the E90 325d is coming, schade..

Dante · 11-16-2005, 11:20 AM

Thomas, I see from your signature you chipped your 320d. How is the ride? I am always alienated about the roughness of 4 cyl diesel. We have a VW 2.0 TDI (140 hp) in the company and its rough and loud. My dad has a Model 2006 530d and its an unbelievably smooth powerhouse.

But 198 hp hits quite the middle between 320d and 330d. Thats what I want.

But since my e90 is going to be a company car no retune will be allowed.

So please BMW, fill the gap

Thomas · 11-16-2005, 01:16 PM

I've owned two Passat 1.9tdi's, one 110 hp and one 115 hp and those were indeed rough and had a clear diesel-noise.
The E46 320d I had was so much better and the E90 is even more quiet. It isn't as smooth as the 6 in-line diesel, but still very sophisticated even by full acceleration it doesn't sound rough.
The chip is fantastic, the difference in power is substantial and worth every penny!

Good luck with your choice!

Dante · 11-17-2005, 07:36 AM

Thanks for your report, Thomas.

Makes me even more jealous that I am not allowed to retune...

Enjoy your baby

chrisbin · 11-18-2005, 06:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thomas

I've owned two Passat 1.9tdi's, one 110 hp and one 115 hp and those were indeed rough and had a clear diesel-noise.
The E46 320d I had was so much better and the E90 is even more quiet. It isn't as smooth as the 6 in-line diesel, but still very sophisticated even by full acceleration it doesn't sound rough.
The chip is fantastic, the difference in power is substantial and worth every penny!

Good luck with your choice!

Hey Thomas

Can you tell us what "chip" you have used?

Thanks

Thomas · 11-18-2005, 07:52 AM

A wetterauer chip. Look at www.wetterauer.com for more (english) info.

timking85 · 01-12-2006, 11:31 AM

The 325d is due in 2007 possible in 2006.

Dante · 01-12-2006, 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by timking85

The 325d is due in 2007 possible in 2006.

Thats great news, do you have more detailled infos?

Will it be 6 cyl ?

- Paul - · 01-24-2006, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thomas

A wetterauer chip. Look at www.wetterauer.com for more (english) info.

Exact link

http://wetterauer.de/chiptuning/datenblatt.php?id=2368
http://wetterauer.de/chiptuning/date...iagramm_id=332
With torque curve etc

1000 Euros

Dante · 03-02-2006, 02:28 PM

Great news for us europeans:

My dealer told me there definitely will be a 325d inline six with 197hp coming september 06!

This is fantastic news!

I'm going to order in september, lease is up dec 16th.

11-11-2005, 04:40 AM	#1
Dante Major Drives: F31 330d / E89 Z4 30i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bavaria Posts: 1,434 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 F31 330d Touring [4.75] 1989 E30 320is 2-door [5.00] 1986 E28 M535i [4.50] 2009 E89 Z4 Sdrive 30i [5.00]	325d ??? Does anyone know if there is a diesel planned in europe between the 320d (4 cyl. 163 hp) and the 330d (6 cyl. 231 hp)? The gap between those 2 is quite huge (in price and performance), so I would appreciate a step between. Maybe a smaller sixpack? So if there is hope, please Greetings from Germany
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11-16-2005, 08:30 AM	#2
Thomas Second Lieutenant Drives: - Join Date: May 2005 Location: - Posts: 254 iTrader: (0)	I was wondering the same thing, but with the E46 the same situation occured. But they didn't put the engine from the 525d in the E46, so I don't think they will do it now.. I didn't read/heard rumours that the E90 325d is coming, schade..

11-16-2005, 11:20 AM	#3
Dante Major Drives: F31 330d / E89 Z4 30i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bavaria Posts: 1,434 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 F31 330d Touring [4.75] 1989 E30 320is 2-door [5.00] 1986 E28 M535i [4.50] 2009 E89 Z4 Sdrive 30i [5.00]	Thomas, I see from your signature you chipped your 320d. How is the ride? I am always alienated about the roughness of 4 cyl diesel. We have a VW 2.0 TDI (140 hp) in the company and its rough and loud. My dad has a Model 2006 530d and its an unbelievably smooth powerhouse. But 198 hp hits quite the middle between 320d and 330d. Thats what I want. But since my e90 is going to be a company car no retune will be allowed. So please BMW, fill the gap

11-16-2005, 01:16 PM	#4
Thomas Second Lieutenant Drives: - Join Date: May 2005 Location: - Posts: 254 iTrader: (0)	I've owned two Passat 1.9tdi's, one 110 hp and one 115 hp and those were indeed rough and had a clear diesel-noise. The E46 320d I had was so much better and the E90 is even more quiet. It isn't as smooth as the 6 in-line diesel, but still very sophisticated even by full acceleration it doesn't sound rough. The chip is fantastic, the difference in power is substantial and worth every penny! Good luck with your choice!

11-17-2005, 07:36 AM	#5
Dante Major Drives: F31 330d / E89 Z4 30i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bavaria Posts: 1,434 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 F31 330d Touring [4.75] 1989 E30 320is 2-door [5.00] 1986 E28 M535i [4.50] 2009 E89 Z4 Sdrive 30i [5.00]	Thanks for your report, Thomas. Makes me even more jealous that I am not allowed to retune... Enjoy your baby

11-18-2005, 07:52 AM	#7
Thomas Second Lieutenant Drives: - Join Date: May 2005 Location: - Posts: 254 iTrader: (0)	A wetterauer chip. Look at www.wetterauer.com for more (english) info.

01-12-2006, 11:31 AM	#8
timking85 Chief Drives: F10 525d SE Join Date: May 2005 Location: England - Fleet Posts: 145 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 320d M Sport [0.00] 2007 E92 330d SE [0.00] 2007 2007 E70 X5 3. ... [0.00] 2007 E92 330d M Spo ... [0.00]	The 325d is due in 2007 possible in 2006.

03-02-2006, 02:28 PM	#11
Dante Major Drives: F31 330d / E89 Z4 30i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bavaria Posts: 1,434 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 F31 330d Touring [4.75] 1989 E30 320is 2-door [5.00] 1986 E28 M535i [4.50] 2009 E89 Z4 Sdrive 30i [5.00]	Great news for us europeans: My dealer told me there definitely will be a 325d inline six with 197hp coming september 06! This is fantastic news! I'm going to order in september, lease is up dec 16th.