FreshAir |
Sep 26th, 2022 12:38 |
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Originally Posted by graphnic
(Post 2847141)
Yes, quite. The BMW 520D I had for a while was 182BHP, but the torque was only slightly higher at 280 lbs/ft, although the powerband felt much wider, so it felt a lot more pacey.
How have you found the D3 in the long-term? Anything to watch out for?
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D3 has been great. Only 1 reliability issue (leaking hose from intercooler to engine). Reading the forum they all appear pretty reliable, no DPF issues for one. Known things I expect might show themselves on the basis of others are rear trailing arm bushes and front strut top bearings. My windscreen is already changed so I know I won't have that issue - if you get any signs of water leaks from top of windscreen, get it it fixed ASAP with proper screen out reseal - this is about the most common issue here I would say. That is for safety, but also because water and electronic controls do not go well together.
Great solid cars, I've had it for just over 2 years and really enjoying it. So comfortable, loads of space. In it for the long term. I tow a caravan with it as well, it's very stable towing, power OK for towing but then the V70 is not a company car, company cars tow way better up hills.... The DPF and DMF replaced in an Octavia 1.6 TDi in the past were proof of that.
I've had a 520d before as well as a company car, it was OK. Didn't miss it. Had a Passat 2.0 150hp diesel again after that and preferred it. Handling better, space way better (5 series is so big and yet small inside), power good. Have had a vRS Octavia diesel in the past, great car as well, just not heavy enough for towing.
Drove an XF a few months back, was dreading it thinking I'd prefer it. I didn't. Didn't find the steering as good of the Volvo, felt very remote, too light. Space in them is a lot less as well. Engine great though (3.0 TDi).
Not quite got past thinking about getting the 163hp upgrade on the D3 though....
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