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Forum: X5 (F15) Forum 05-25-2013, 01:35 PM
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Posted By JCL
I understand the attraction of a high performance...

I understand the attraction of a high performance diesel, but I think that BMW blew it by offering too much power in their diesel lineup.

Look at the three series. It is where BMW sells the most...
Forum: X5 (F15) Forum 04-16-2013, 05:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,078
Posted By JCL
But apparently not easy enough to certify the...

But apparently not easy enough to certify the 40d, or 50d, or more than two diesel engines across the entire vehicle line.
Forum: X5 (F15) Forum 04-16-2013, 05:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,078
Posted By JCL
I understood there was no tax surcharge at the...

I understood there was no tax surcharge at the pumps, but I haven't lived in the UK for a few years now.

For the 3% tax surcharge, are you perhaps referring to the benefit in kind tax on your...
Forum: X5 (F15) Forum 04-15-2013, 10:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,078
Posted By JCL
I think you also have to consider government tax...

I think you also have to consider government tax policies. In the UK, there are taxes based on CO, so lower CO emitters like diesels have a tax advantage. Diesel fuel isn't taxed more at the pump. ...
Forum: X5 (F15) Forum 04-15-2013, 10:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,078
Posted By JCL
The problem is that while both NA and Europe are...

The problem is that while both NA and Europe are moving to stricter emissions regulations, they are not harmonized. Thus, dual engine development and certification programs are required. The ...
Forum: X5 (F15) Forum 03-30-2013, 06:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,078
Posted By JCL
It is hard to imagine that they would keep two...

It is hard to imagine that they would keep two platforms of X5 models (E70 and F15) in production at the same time, to accomodate two engine options. My bet would be that diesels would not be...
Forum: X5 (F15) Forum 03-16-2013, 12:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,078
Posted By JCL
Several websites are reporting that the X5d will...

Several websites are reporting that the X5d will be delayed from the introduction of the new X5 in mid 2013. I have seen reports of late 2013 and early 2014 for the diesel. That could be due to...
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