BMW 320d
Thursday, October 21st, 2010
Driving it is absolute pleasure. I like quite stiff gear change and firm steering and this car is perfect for me. Good motorway tourer and eats up miles at good mpg if you stay within 2000(ish) rpm. You do notice a little external noise.
Driving it is absolute pleasure. I like quite stiff gear change and firm steering and this car is perfect for me. Good motorway tourer and eats up miles at good mpg if you stay within 2000(ish) rpm. You do notice a little external noise.
Price New £22,155 - £38,025 Used £7,215 - £32,872
Wheelbase 2760 mm
Length 4531 mm
Width 1817 mm
Height 1421 mm
Weight 1445 kg
Engine Size 1995 cc
Power Output 174 bhp
Torque 350 Nm 258 lb-ft
Top Speed 142 mph
A Review on the BMW 320D Efficient Dynamics Saloon
The first question to ask would probably be “What’s with the Efficient Dynamics tag?” This primarily comes from the benefits of the engine equipped within every BMW 320D. BMW engines have the lowest carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and the least fuel consumption, especially for the 3 series. For the BMW 320D in particular, studies have shown that its engine releases no more than 109g/km of CO2, while fuel consumption rates show a very economical figure of 68.9mpg.
Compared to other renowned car manufacturers, BMW’s UK production line records the least carbon dioxide emissions at an average of 159.4g/km. This is based on all of the vehicles BMW sold throughout the United Kingdom since the year 2008 until the present. Using the same timetable and demographics, Audi recorded average carbon dioxide emissions at 173g/km, Mercedes-Benz at 189.9g/km, Jaguar at 198.3g/km, Land Rover at 251g/km, and Porsche at 271.7g/km. These figures clearly show that BMW indeed offers the cleanest and greenest engines for all of their cars available in the market.
In being the cleanest and most fuel efficient vehicle, the BMW 320D Efficient Dynamics Saloon does not sacrifice performance at all. It relies on a turbocharged 1995cc diesel engine with first class performance. The engine has reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions specifically due to an all-aluminum crankcase and third generation common-rail fuel injection technology. As a result, the engine produces 163 horsepower from 3500 rpm to 4200 rpm, and the torque peaks at 360 Nm between 1750 rpm to 3000 rpm. This translates to acceleration figures of 0 to 62 mph in a short 8.2 seconds, and using the 5th gear to achieve 50 to 75 mph takes a mere 9.6 seconds. Moreover, the top speed of the BMW 320D registers at 137 mph.
The swiftness of the BMW 320D is also due to its road-hugging suspension settings, extended rear axle transmission ratio, and through a set of unique aerodynamic alloy rims featuring Michelin Energy Saver tires. The SE specified 17 inch alloy rims have been replaced with 16 inch aerodynamic alloy rims for reduced weight distribution, and better overall performance.
Driving comfort is ensured through the use of a dual-mass flywheel with springs, minimizing engine vibration all throughout the vehicle, specifically when maximizing the high revolution capacity of the vehicle’s power plant. Ingeniously designed Centrifugal Pendulum Shock Absorbers supplement the overall smooth driving experience. As such, the driver can freely use a higher gear frequently, sacrificing neither the luxury nor the stability of the car.
The BMW 320D also comes equipped with efficient technologies such as Brake Energy Regeneration, Auto Start/Stop, and an innovative Electronic Power Steering system. There is also a BMW Professional Radio, rear Parking Distance Control, two-zone air-conditioning, Extended Lighting for the interior of the vehicle, and a full-leather steering wheel with numerous functions and capabilities.
Being the most cost effective and environment friendly car available in the market, BMW truly offers great value and top of the line performance through the 320D Efficient Dynamics Saloon.
