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discussion X3 20D
- Thread starter Jyotidash
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Good day.
it all depends on what u looking for in the vehicle.
refer to Mr Y thread on his 20d.. fantastic all rounder albeit slightly underpowered..
if u want a wolf in sheeps clothing.. 35i all the way. refer to Anees 35i thread. ( my son)
i drive the 35i regularly and all i can say is WOW
it all depends on what u looking for in the vehicle.
refer to Mr Y thread on his 20d.. fantastic all rounder albeit slightly underpowered..
if u want a wolf in sheeps clothing.. 35i all the way. refer to Anees 35i thread. ( my son)
i drive the 35i regularly and all i can say is WOW
Stark contrast.
Both are equally reliable and unreliable. If fuel economy matters avoid the 35i, if not get the 35i.
Riaad
Events Organiser
Likely all town driving ? and very short trips?if this is what you avg with the 20d, I assume you will likely avg north of 15l/100kms on a x3 35i
Riaad
Events Organiser
depends what you looking for.
Some 2014s may be Pre LCI.
20d is most likely more reliable but also has 100 KWs less than the 35i
30d is best of both ...ample power, reliable and fairly economical
modocrat
Well-known member
Yep, trips are quite short.
if this is what you avg with the 20d, I assume you will likely avg north of 15l/100kms on a x3 35i
MR_Y
Well-known member
That's correct and I can get that too on my G01 20d.
I disagree.
The 30d's pricing premium makes it non viable.
I get 8.5l per 100 in my X3 35i on highway cruising, and i paid about 100k less for mine than i would have for a 30d. That is a lot of differential to make up for and well then we get to the power difference. When the 30d's pricing is more inline with the 6cyl petrol we can say the diesel is the best of all, but as it stands it is deeply uncompetitive in price.
MR_Y
Well-known member
Individual circumstances will vary.
Then there is the intangible factor of driving feel. Having the torque on tap lower down appeals to some more than others.
Is it worth the premium?
Something OP has to test for themself.
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SanM
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Exactly. Red lining or high revving driving is fun for sure, and for some, the most important factor of driving. But as a daily drive, or on a long commute, that raw twisting-power of a diesel engine does it for me. Having the ability to quickly take a gap or overtake, or being able to run at the same fuel consumption at 150km/hr and 120km/hr, with a load, really does make driving more pleasurable (and it comes with the added bonus of taking fewer trips to the garage). The issue is that one quickly becomes so accustomed to driving in this manner with so much torque that it makes it harder to transition back to petrol again (just experienced this with my last 2 cars). Lastly, considering that BMW diesels hold price so well (especially in the X3 range), the premium over petrol models is overall justified. But yeah, OP needs to decide what they really want from the car: all-rounded, unbreakable and more affordable 20d or a beastly, as unbreakable but more expensive/sought-after 30d.
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///M Individual
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I am quite sure the 20d will be more reliable than the 35i and also hold more value down the line when you decide to sell.
Yes it's alot slower than the 35i but being the most common variant on our roads alot of people find the power and torque more than enough and if stock does not do it, a remap will quickly take care of that.
As mentioned a 30d will be the best of both worlds.
Yes it's alot slower than the 35i but being the most common variant on our roads alot of people find the power and torque more than enough and if stock does not do it, a remap will quickly take care of that.
As mentioned a 30d will be the best of both worlds.
r0ckf1re
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realtrevor
Active member
How do you guys drive, do you drive in Sport mode?
I'm always on Eco Mode, and the vehicle never goes above 7.5l/100 on local short trips. Its a 2018 G01 X3 Pre face-lift.
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modocrat
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Always in comfort mode, trips are max 5km.
That kills diesels.
Hi all.
Fairly new to BMWs here. Hoping to get one soon.
I been reading that the petrol engines are prone to head gasket issues and that the diesels are far more reliable.
Seeing that you all drive BMWs here, whats your experience with this?
Sorry, don't meant to jack this thread, but the topic is along the same lines.
Thanks.
Fairly new to BMWs here. Hoping to get one soon.
I been reading that the petrol engines are prone to head gasket issues and that the diesels are far more reliable.
Seeing that you all drive BMWs here, whats your experience with this?
Sorry, don't meant to jack this thread, but the topic is along the same lines.
Thanks.
MR_Y
Well-known member
Hi there. Depends on your needs. Are you driving short distances in traffic or long distances on the highways? Do you carry a heavy or light load? How long do you intend keeping the car for? Are you looking for a daily hard working car or an occasional use car? Etc..
