New 330i vs 535d

[69.9mph]

I've a nice problem - which to choose....
Space/costs not a major decider really.
Performances on test drives felt similar although delivered very differently.
Both v. nice.
Hmmmmm.
From anyone who's driven both, any opinions?

[hunttheshunt]

Wait for the 335d they've just announced maybe!

[thetruemackie]

Or the 335 petrol turbo with 330bhp
Does anyone know if that will be twin sequential turbo too?

[VXR SIX]

335d or 535d every time.


Simple upgrade to 300 bhp and 450 torque available.

35+ mpg.

Huge in-gear acceleration and totally effortless 125 mph cruising when desired.

Terrific engine.

[mad driver]

i would have the 535d, more space for your money, mind you the 535 is expensive

[clived]

I have DMS's 535d remap demo car (as featured in Evo, Autocar, BMW Driver etc.) on my driveway right now. 506lb ft and 344bhp, 0-100 in 13.4 seconds - and it really does feel awesome. I'd recommend trying to drive a remapped 535d before making a choice...

[mondeoman]

clived said:

I have DMS's 535d remap demo car (as featured in Evo, Autocar, BMW Driver etc.) on my driveway right now. 506lb ft and 344bhp, 0-100 in 13.4 seconds - and it really does feel awesome. I'd recommend trying to drive a remapped 535d before making a choice...

You LUCKY BARSTARD!!

[Phil Dicky]

clived said:

I have DMS's 535d remap demo car (as featured in Evo, Autocar, BMW Driver etc.) on my driveway right now. 506lb ft and 344bhp, 0-100 in 13.4 seconds - and it really does feel awesome. I'd recommend trying to drive a remapped 535d before making a choice...

That car would be my ideal daily driver, just a bit steep at the moment... couple of years though ...

Phil

[clived]

mondeoman said:

You LUCKY BARSTARD!!

LOL - erm, thanks, I think ;-)

[VXR SIX]

clived said:

mondeoman said: You LUCKY BARSTARD!! LOL - erm, thanks, I think ;-)

Nice car. I will go with 6-litres and 400 bhp for now, but I just jnow that I will get a tuned 335d some day.

[A57 HSV]

VXR SIX said:

clived said: mondeoman said: You LUCKY BARSTARD!! LOL - erm, thanks, I think ;-) Nice car. I will go with 6-litres and 400 bhp for now, but I just jnow that I will get a tuned 335d some day.

I'll stick with 5.7 litres & 530bhp, but having driven a standard 535d sport. I will replace my estate with a touring once they get below £30k. Very impressive engine, reminded me of a small V8.