BMW 5-Series Diesel in US by 2009

The BMW X5 3.0d with its 3.0 liter direct injection diesel engine is on its way to the United States highways by mid-2008. One of our editors was dropping of their 3-Series for service and asked them about the ...

[Thomas Loy]

My question is how come BMW can get 35 mpg out of a 3 litre diesel in an SUV and Daimler Chrysler cannot with the Jeep Grand Cherokee 3 litre diesel? And the BMW is way too expensive. If I am going to spend $50000 on something it better have propellers on it.

[Tommy Hillyfingers]

You do realize they're other variables to a vehicle's fuel economy besides just engine disaplacement, right?

[Thomas Loy]

Tommy,

Yes, I realize there are other factors, but, the issue is why BMW can do this and DCX cannot?

[Stan]

this is simple, German, and especialy BMW technology is hard to copy by anyone, teh're are the leaders and benchmark for auto industry around the world. americans will never be able to even get close with their vehicles. Keep in mind that it's not only the engine but the entire product strting from suspension to the interior that's way better then any domestic product. $50000 might seem like a lot, conversely, once you own and drive a bimmer, youll undestand that your money was very well invested, don't waste your dollars on domestic junk

[Emerald_City]

Driving a BMW is about a special "Feeling", a feeling that you are so connected the driver to the road, the vehicle and the environment around you. It can be an exhilirating experience. I am sure a lot of the puriest can resonate with me.

[Nav - Toronto]

400 plus foot pounds @1750 RPM!! You do the math!!