(e46) 330d rivals?
Discussion
In terms of an overall package what are the closest rivals to the 330d? Direct rivals or other cars that happen to bring around 200bhp or a nice amount of go and proper everyday 40mpg potential, I'm starting to think about what I should be looking at next and I cant think of a single rival, my car buying process is always to at least have a look at more than one model of car. I'm automatically discounting anything VAG as my current cars handling is abysmal and i'm not convinced about the real quality of their products. All and any suggestions appreciated.
Thanks! There is that 3.0v6 td 9-5 yes. A terrific bargain from what i've seen on autotrader and could facilitate a 2 car family. It really does seem that the 330d is peerless as an all rounder and ticks all the boxes i've got. Its just a case of moving the skoda on and waiting for the right colour combination and body style to come along.
I used to run a 9-3 as a company car - great when it was new, utter garbage as it approached 80k, the engine started clattering like a bag of spanners and bits began falling off - literally. In fairness, the 9-5 is a lot more 'Saab' than its little brother, but my experiences don't really endear me to the badge these days.
My 330D has been superb. Long term average consumption is around 37mpg, on a motorway run its probably nearer to 45mpg-50mpg.
Pulls like a train and, despite being a 53 plate with 130k on the clock, it feels tight as a drum and everything still works.
The only 'issue' I've had (and it's a common one with E46s) is a bit of rot appearing at the top of the front arches.
My 330D has been superb. Long term average consumption is around 37mpg, on a motorway run its probably nearer to 45mpg-50mpg.
Pulls like a train and, despite being a 53 plate with 130k on the clock, it feels tight as a drum and everything still works.
The only 'issue' I've had (and it's a common one with E46s) is a bit of rot appearing at the top of the front arches.
KM666 said:
Nice!
Yes they're very good cars.Or if you fancy something a bit more Luxurious then get a CLK these are wider & better built than both the C Class & E46
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