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Originally Posted by FunfDreisig
Yes. Hybrids have a lot of mind share among consumers. They are assumed to be quiet and green. While diesels are assumed to be noisy and stinky. See, there is the link to the subject matter of this thread 
Besides, hybrids are really good in dense urban settings where the engine can actually shut off in stop & go traffic, etc. And where I suspect most BMW owners live
Funf Dreisig |
I agree with what you have said. This BMW X5d really changes the SUV landscape. Sort of a "have your cake and eat it too". Previously, you had to choose between two priorities. Performance OR Economy.
Hybrids deliver the economy (mpg not necessarily value) but this BMW turbodiesel delivers both.
My wife just got a 2010 Lexus RX450h and I can't wait to compare apples to oranges....