QUOTE(Sintsk @ Nov 30 2019, 02:06 AM)
Greeting to all the owners and professional of BMW. I am new in this forum and I know everyone here is kind and helpful.
I am looking to own a F30 but I got confused which is best to own. 320i, 328i or 320d?
In term of power 328i is the best and 320d one full tank can go for more than a thousand KM?
I never considered to get 320i due to the horsepower compared to 328i but a friend of mine owned 320i and she is going to change a new car in 2020. She purchased on 2015 but I am not pretty sure the car year made was 2014 or 2015. Anyways, the main point is her car is having super low mileage, never speed, completely original & up to date it is below 40,000km and she is taking real good care of the car, that is the tempting part to me.
Kindly let me have your professional advices which is the best to own and my questions below:
1. 320i, 328i & 320d - Any differences of the maintenance cost?
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2. 320i, 328i & 320d - Which engine, car parts and etc can last longer? I won’t be changing a car in every 5 years, I might use longer even I get a used one.
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3. 320i, 328i & 320d - Any differences of the car handling?
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4. 320i, 328i & 320d - Which one is the best and worth it to own for long term usage?
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1. 320i, 328i & 320d - Any differences of the maintenance cost?
- I think just about the same. Have to prepare approx 600-1k every 12k KM. Should be fine tho, better than maintaining Merc in a way.
2. 320i, 328i & 320d - Which engine, car parts and etc can last longer? I won’t be changing a car in every 5 years, I might use longer even I get a used one.
- For sure 320d. Read somewhere the diesel may last 500k KM while petrol 300k KM before start to show major breakdown, provided well maintained.
3. 320i, 328i & 320d - Any differences of the car handling?
- All three having almost similar bodyweight and frame, so I don't think so. If you are comparing with 330e, than all this three model are more agile in comparison.
4. 320i, 328i & 320d - Which one is the best and worth it to own for long term usage?
- 320d for sure.
Additional notes :
i - Only buy a LCI version.
ii - Don't underestimate 320i. It can be remapped to achieve the same level as 328i.
iii - Don't overlooked the wear and tear parts - tires, wipers, leathers, tint, coating, steering rack, brakepart, brakedisc
iv - Find a reputable workshop for pre-purchase inspection.