Thinking of going from 335d to X5D...

Kamando · 04-06-2012, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by SomeRandomer123

Do you get the X5 xDrive40d in the states?

The X5 xDrive 35d is the only diesel BMW currently produces in the United States. It also won The Diesel Driver 2012 diesel car of the year here in the U.S.. http://www.thedieseldriver.com/2012/...r-of-the-year/ The 335d won for 2011. I really hope BMW does step up their diesel offerings and that the rumors finally pan out.

Antoans4 · 04-06-2012, 11:56 PM

They wont be making the 335d for the States unless diesel prices comes down, thats why they brought the 3hybrid

Thud · 04-13-2012, 09:52 AM

I traded my 135i for the 335d when our first baby was on the way... because I needed 4 doors.

However, so far I've only had the baby seat installed for one trip (last fall).

That's what my wife's Ford Edge is for (which is an awesome baby hauler-- and way more interior room than an X5).

My advice, bring a baby seat to the dealer and test how well it fits. Ideally it should be in the middle, but most cars including BMW only put the LATCH connectors on the left/right side.

We test drove the X5 and installed the baby seat behind the front passenger seat; I had to move the seat so far forward to make room for the rear-facing seat behind me, that my knees were hitting the dashboard.

My impression with the X5 was that it's surprisingly cramped inside for such a big vehicle. It would be a great car to drive, especially with that diesel motor, but if I had 3 kids I'd have to look at something that actually has a usable 3rd row; that would have to be a full size SUV (MDX, Q7). Or you might just have to sell your soul and get a....... minivan.

adriang · 04-13-2012, 03:05 PM

the x5 35d has a louder engine than the 335d, and the diesel consumption goes up about 1 litre / 100 km but has a larger tank

and correct me if im wrong peeps, but the specs are the same its still 265 hp and 425 torque

If you can part with the diesel noise it makes (with the windows down when accelerating), and the feel of driving a heavier car then go for it!
(And a thicker feeling steering wheel)

I'm not bashing the x5 its a great car to drive also!

One more thing. never get a minivan. no matter what... you are not going to become a ballet daddy... (and dont let the wife become a soccer mommy)

EYE4SPEED · 04-13-2012, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by grigia

no x5 xdrive 40d in states yet. I wish

I have no idea why I keep seeing a new 335d and buying it. I know that after 20k they really break in. I may skip the x5d and get another 335d

What happens after 20k? I've got a while to go...

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Thud Throbbing Member 46 Rep 1,433 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jan 2008 iTrader: (0)	I traded my 135i for the 335d when our first baby was on the way... because I needed 4 doors. However, so far I've only had the baby seat installed for one trip (last fall). That's what my wife's Ford Edge is for (which is an awesome baby hauler-- and way more interior room than an X5). My advice, bring a baby seat to the dealer and test how well it fits. Ideally it should be in the middle, but most cars including BMW only put the LATCH connectors on the left/right side. We test drove the X5 and installed the baby seat behind the front passenger seat; I had to move the seat so far forward to make room for the rear-facing seat behind me, that my knees were hitting the dashboard. My impression with the X5 was that it's surprisingly cramped inside for such a big vehicle. It would be a great car to drive, especially with that diesel motor, but if I had 3 kids I'd have to look at something that actually has a usable 3rd row; that would have to be a full size SUV (MDX, Q7). Or you might just have to sell your soul and get a....... minivan. __________________ 2014 Tesla Model S 85kwh Previous cars: 2011 335d / Deep Sea Blue / Saddle brown / sport / premium 2008 BMW 135i / 6MT 2002 Z06 Corvette Last edited by Thud; 04-13-2012 at 10:03 AM..
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adriang ****** 72 Rep 751 Posts Drives: 2018 BMW X2 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: GTA iTrader: (0)	the x5 35d has a louder engine than the 335d, and the diesel consumption goes up about 1 litre / 100 km but has a larger tank and correct me if im wrong peeps, but the specs are the same its still 265 hp and 425 torque If you can part with the diesel noise it makes (with the windows down when accelerating), and the feel of driving a heavier car then go for it! (And a thicker feeling steering wheel) I'm not bashing the x5 its a great car to drive also! One more thing. never get a minivan. no matter what... you are not going to become a ballet daddy... (and dont let the wife become a soccer mommy)
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