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Old 04-27-2010, 02:43 PM
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Originally Posted by uhs View Post
Any of you who can compare the 4.8 to the new 5.0?

I have preferred diesels because of towing capacity, but could be tempted by the new petrol turbo due to the incerase in torque. I am mainly interested in difference in how strong they feel, not 0-60 numbers. Example, 4.8 kills the diesel 35 (3.0sd) in a 0-60 sprint, but in real life, on the highway, the diesel feels like it is pulling stronger when you overtake. It also feels stronger when you tow something.
I drove the 2011 X5 5.0 last week, very quick and really smooth compared to the 4.8. No way the diesel keeps up with it.
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