525d to 530d? Big difference?

[un1corn]

I currently have a 525d. It's the 2013 version, with the 2.0d engine, which I believe is basically just a twin turbo variant of the 520.

I've always liked it a lot, probably my favourite car ever, but it sometimes just feels a little heavy when moving. It's obviously a big heavy car and I don't know if a 2.0 is capable enough for a good blast.

I've seen a 2015 530d with low miles, same spec and a reasonable mileage. I'll obviously drive it, but if I enjoy the actual car I have now, will I love the 530? I've seen a couple of 535's but the price is either too high or the interior/model isnt to my liking.

The only other option i've considered is a 335d touring, but i do find the current 3-series cramped, and it looks cheap and tacky inside.

[Fox-]

I really like my 530d - it is smooth, refined and feels quick to me. I almost bought a 535d and was underwhelmed at how not-much-quicker it felt on the test drive - I suspect most of the value of its additional performance is at silly-speeds

[cossy400]

Older E60 shape but I test drove a 525 first and then the 530d. And i was more happy with the power I'm the 530d.

About another 50 bhp I do believe and the 3.0 engine is a peach of a tool.

Still get good mpgs on a run too.

But like a say olde shape mines 09 plate.

[Andehh]

Fox- said:

I really like my 530d - it is smooth, refined and feels quick to me. I almost bought a 535d and was underwhelmed at how not-much-quicker it felt on the test drive - I suspect most of the value of its additional performance is at silly-speeds

You and I seem to cross paths on these threads every time!


As Fox said - my 530D is sublime. It can be a bit noisy at cold, but once warmed up smooths right down. It's the engine that suits the car perfectly I think. Perfect mix of power when you want it, efficiency when you choose it, and over all comfort & refinement throughout. Combine it with the Auto box and it's a phenomenal combination.

[helix402]

The 3.0 is a whole lot better. 6 cyl against 4. Just listen to the engine.