F11/ G31 differences/ improvements?
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I had a 2015 520d m sport and changed last year to a new 540 m sport (both tourings).
In summary refinement and tech all slightly better however in my case the biggest difference is steering. The G31 feels like a slower rack and turn in isn't as good, imagine this is the 4x4 however. Overall very happy with it, no regrets going back to petrol although I only do 10k a year now.
My dad has the 520d and from memory after driving his the steering was better (I didn't notice the slower rack) however 4x4 in the winter and going up the French alps in winter tyres was brilliant
I'm sure someone will be able to tell you re other rwd and diesel/petrol models
In summary not night and day, an incremental improvement in most areas and if you can get a good deal then worth a change.
In summary refinement and tech all slightly better however in my case the biggest difference is steering. The G31 feels like a slower rack and turn in isn't as good, imagine this is the 4x4 however. Overall very happy with it, no regrets going back to petrol although I only do 10k a year now.
My dad has the 520d and from memory after driving his the steering was better (I didn't notice the slower rack) however 4x4 in the winter and going up the French alps in winter tyres was brilliant
I'm sure someone will be able to tell you re other rwd and diesel/petrol models
In summary not night and day, an incremental improvement in most areas and if you can get a good deal then worth a change.
Pointless comparison from my side, but I found my F10 M5 to ride significantly worse on 20" non run flat tyres than my G31 with adaptive drive on 20" and RFT, as well as road noise. Tyre sizes very similar. Apart from that, obviously the G31 from a refinement point of view has moved things along, and fit & finish is better (and significantly better than the W213 E class, for example), and especially the technology has moved on (clarity and user interface of the 360 degrees camera, much bigger HUD display). The G31 540i is a revelation, if you decide to make the jump from diesel!
I have recently bought a 2019 520d Touring, and it is fantastic. Right now they represent fantastic VFM, mine was a pre reg with almost £20k off list.
I have driven a number of F10 models and the new one is marginally better in everyway. I can't get over how quiet and refined it is, and the ride quality is impressive. The 5 has always been streets ahead of the 3 in terms of comfort and this does not change.
I have driven a number of F10 models and the new one is marginally better in everyway. I can't get over how quiet and refined it is, and the ride quality is impressive. The 5 has always been streets ahead of the 3 in terms of comfort and this does not change.
I've moved from F10s to G30 (all 520d M Sports). I think the F10 is great but found the G30 to be a bit better across all areas (smoother, quieter, softer, faster, more economical, more spacious). The standard tech is a step forwards as well (touchpad idrive, touch screen, full size sat nav, online services, connectivity). Cars built from cNovember 2019 have the next gen tech as well (more info on the screen plus the different dials - love them or hate them).
I'm sure you will find the same going from F11 to G31.
I'm sure you will find the same going from F11 to G31.
cseven said:
I had a 2015 520d m sport and changed last year to a new 540 m sport (both tourings).
In summary refinement and tech all slightly better however in my case the biggest difference is steering. The G31 feels like a slower rack and turn in isn't as good, imagine this is the 4x4 however. Overall very happy with it, no regrets going back to petrol although I only do 10k a year now.
My dad has the 520d and from memory after driving his the steering was better (I didn't notice the slower rack) however 4x4 in the winter and going up the French alps in winter tyres was brilliant
I'm sure someone will be able to tell you re other rwd and diesel/petrol models
In summary not night and day, an incremental improvement in most areas and if you can get a good deal then worth a change.
Boring question - but what MPG do you get on a run at around the NSL?In summary refinement and tech all slightly better however in my case the biggest difference is steering. The G31 feels like a slower rack and turn in isn't as good, imagine this is the 4x4 however. Overall very happy with it, no regrets going back to petrol although I only do 10k a year now.
My dad has the 520d and from memory after driving his the steering was better (I didn't notice the slower rack) however 4x4 in the winter and going up the French alps in winter tyres was brilliant
I'm sure someone will be able to tell you re other rwd and diesel/petrol models
In summary not night and day, an incremental improvement in most areas and if you can get a good deal then worth a change.
I had an F10 530d Luxury,, Comfort seat, adaptive r]drive, you name it. When I came to change it after 4 years I tried the G30 and found it strangely sterile. Arguably slightly quieter, more refined maybe but a very odd, disconnected feel to it, for me.
In the end I opted for an XF; not as nice inside, not as well screwed together perhaps but a revelation in how a big car can drive and feel.
Each to their own, you need to drive one.
In the end I opted for an XF; not as nice inside, not as well screwed together perhaps but a revelation in how a big car can drive and feel.
Each to their own, you need to drive one.
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