Usage to reduce risk of 320d DPF issues
Discussion
I'm on the hunt for an F31 3 series touring around 2018-2019 under 60k miles.
It seems the 320d is the engine that's recommended but I have concerns about how it fits in with my usage. My wife will primarily drive it and she'll be taking the kids to school (3 miles in stop/start traffic) and to work 2-3 days a week (20 miles / 30 mins primarily on A roads). Mileage under 7k per year in total. Would a 320d be suitable or am I asking for trouble?
Coincidentally I have seen a 320i that fits the bill but it wouldn't be my first choice coming from a diesel and electric car. However, would a 320i be more suitable for my usage than a 320d?
It seems the 320d is the engine that's recommended but I have concerns about how it fits in with my usage. My wife will primarily drive it and she'll be taking the kids to school (3 miles in stop/start traffic) and to work 2-3 days a week (20 miles / 30 mins primarily on A roads). Mileage under 7k per year in total. Would a 320d be suitable or am I asking for trouble?
Coincidentally I have seen a 320i that fits the bill but it wouldn't be my first choice coming from a diesel and electric car. However, would a 320i be more suitable for my usage than a 320d?
Edited by MadaCup on Sunday 30th June 12:57
egor110 said:
Your doing a 3 mile school run , how is the petrol engine going to be a issue ?
I can see the confusion so have reworded my post.Essentially, with my usage is a 320d suitable or should I be looking at a 320i which would be second choice. I'd prefer the 320d if everything was equal.
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