5 Series or 7 Series - Pls help (Latest)
5 Series or 7 Series - Pls help (Latest)
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markbogus

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2 posts

76 months

Tuesday 9th June 2020
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Hello everyone,

First post - exciting times!

Currently in the process of upgrading my car and looking at these two options: a brand new 520d or a 2017 730d with 30k miles (both base with no options). Getting these financed on a 3 year PCP comes to very similar numbers so want to understand which makes more sense (insurance isn't too different either).

Really hoping for your advice: don't have much use for rear seats, so does that mean it's definitely the 5 that's worth getting or is the 7 far more comfortable and has way better tech / sound dampening etc? What other factors are there to consider?

markbogus

Original Poster:

2 posts

76 months

Tuesday 9th June 2020
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Went to test drive both and answering myself in case anyone has a similar question: drove a 2018 520d & a 2020 730d. The interior feels similar enough in both and wouldn't warrant the price increase; but the ride quality is hugely better in the 7 - soaks up bumps significantly better and more comfortable to be in. The power from base 730d is also significantly better than the base 520d and really noticeable.

Definitely the 7 for me

hilly10

7,540 posts

258 months

Tuesday 9th June 2020
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I have a late 2017 base G30 2.0d it’s got a few nice extras and Is a lovely place to be, but the 7 is a better car, but the upkeep will cost more, as the saying goes You pays your money.