BMW 320d review - Chris Harris on Cars

ORIGIN M. · 06-25-2015, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by sh55

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Originally Posted by Peertwelve

What are the chances he replaces Clarkson on Top Gear?

That would be great, but they already named JC's replacement...

They may need to replace all 3. James May said he will not work without Clarkson.,.
That leaves Richard Hammond.

windnsea00 · 06-25-2015, 12:25 PM

I have a brand new 328d as a loaner car (same power output as the 320d in the video) and I agree, if I was looking for a DD of this nature it is a great package. I actually prefer the 328d to the 320i due to the effortless acceleration, it is quieter under load and feels more regal in its power delivery.

Tengocity · 06-25-2015, 12:54 PM

He's right, except with a 330d you'd get not much less economy and whole lot more urge, and fair bit nicer a noise coming from the engine.

rawbhp · 06-25-2015, 03:34 PM

Anyone got a 320i to compare? I had one as a loan car last year and was very impressed. Obviously not as much torque, but more fun with the wider rev range and still enough from the turbo. Perhaps a better option if you don't do many miles?

(-_-)BmwF30xdrive(-_-) · 06-25-2015, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by swagon

330d.

The end.

Yes 330D is good , only one problem if you don't got the money for a 330D then what ? Not every one got money for a 330d

Tengocity · 06-25-2015, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by BmwF30msport

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Originally Posted by swagon

330d.

The end.

Yes 330D is good , only one problem if you don't got the money for a 330D then what ? Not every one got money for a 330d

Find it!

In the UK if you were going to put the auto on a 320d then as its standard on the 330d you'd find that the monthly payments may not be that much more.

(-_-)BmwF30xdrive(-_-) · 06-25-2015, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Tengocity

Find it!

In the UK if you were going to put the auto on a 320d then as its standard on the 330d you'd find that the monthly payments may not be that much more.

Oki in uk only in Norway the state wil fuc....you up in payment , so beter a 320d x drive + a chip and a beautiful palec to live then a 330d and have a payments for 8 years live in mamma houce and then by a place to live.

Tengocity · 06-25-2015, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by BmwF30msport

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Originally Posted by Tengocity

Find it!

In the UK if you were going to put the auto on a 320d then as its standard on the 330d you'd find that the monthly payments may not be that much more.

Oki in uk only in Norway the state wil fuc....you up in payment , so beter a 320d x drive + a chip and a beautiful palec to live then a 330d and have a payments for 8 years live in mamma houce and then by a place to live.

Yeah that sucks! I had the chance to work in Copenhagen a few years back... Sounded great till I realised how much they screwed over car drivers!

deeno · 06-25-2015, 04:05 PM

My previous car was a 320d and the problem was it never put a smile on my face, ever. I would admire it for its excellent fuel economy, its decent performance and its long range and reliability.

To me it was more like an expensive Meile washing machine, you can admire it for its quality but its ultimately just an appliance. The 330d's shove on the other hand can have me grinning from ear to ear and to me is definitely worth the small extra outlay (spec adjusted, add met paint, auto and front pdc to the 320d then look at the prince difference, it would be rude not to upgrade at that point).

M3 Adjuster · 06-25-2015, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by red-sauerkraut

They may need to replace all 3. James May said he will not work without Clarkson.,.
That leaves Richard Hammond.

WOW. let's stop this train de-railing

and update this thread with some 6 week old news.. LOL

May 06, 2015

new Top Gear trio with model Jodie Kidd, television host Guy Martin, and actor Philip Glenister has reportedly been chosen to replace the team up of long-time presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May. The new line up was overheard being discussed by resigned Top Gear co-creator Andy Wilman with Jamiroquai singer Jay Kay in Sussex, reported the Sunday Express.

Top Gear creator and producer Wilman had also resigned from the show, although reports say he was collaborating with BBC 2 controller Kim Shillingshaw to present the shelved final three episodes of Top Gear Season 22 using footages of Clarkson and his co-presenters.

Top Gear Season 23 is expected to be back on television by spring next year at the earliest.

Read more: http://www.vcpost.com/articles/64129...#ixzz3e6viTEWY

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bunker · 06-25-2015, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Tengocity

He's right, except with a 330d you'd get not much less economy and whole lot more urge, and fair bit nicer a noise coming from the engine.

damn you man - I'm salivating at your 335d MSport Wagon in your signature. the car that I want that I can't get.

that does it. I'm moving to the UK.

Tengocity · 06-25-2015, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by bunker

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Originally Posted by Tengocity

He's right, except with a 330d you'd get not much less economy and whole lot more urge, and fair bit nicer a noise coming from the engine.

damn you man - I'm salivating at your 335d MSport Wagon in your signature. the car that I want that I can't get.

that does it. I'm moving to the UK.

Thanks! Now putting out 360bhp...

And now on non-wallowy, but still comfortable suspension!

raysspl · 06-25-2015, 05:15 PM

Great review. I've been debating about getting a the 4cyl diesel 3 with M-sport.

ORIGIN M. · 06-25-2015, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by M3 Adjuster

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Originally Posted by red-sauerkraut

They may need to replace all 3. James May said he will not work without Clarkson.,.
That leaves Richard Hammond.

WOW. let's stop this train de-railing

and update this thread with some 6 week old news.. LOL

May 06, 2015

new Top Gear trio with model Jodie Kidd, television host Guy Martin, and actor Philip Glenister has reportedly been chosen to replace the team up of long-time presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May. The new line up was overheard being discussed by resigned Top Gear co-creator Andy Wilman with Jamiroquai singer Jay Kay in Sussex, reported the Sunday Express.

Top Gear creator and producer Wilman had also resigned from the show, although reports say he was collaborating with BBC 2 controller Kim Shillingshaw to present the shelved final three episodes of Top Gear Season 22 using footages of Clarkson and his co-presenters.

Top Gear Season 23 is expected to be back on television by spring next year at the earliest.

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Thanks for a news update.

To funny i wish the BBC the best.

ska///235i · 06-25-2015, 06:23 PM

God that was boring

Dackelone · 06-25-2015, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ska///235i

God that was boring

That's the main problem with diesels... I find them very boring as a DD. I totally agree with Chris... the 320d is quite quick up until about 200 or 210, but then it looses steam fast. A better bet would be a 330d or better yet an Alpina D3. But still... its a diesel and I just can't get excited over driving them. They are great as a rental car, but not as my DD. I need FUN!

Sure its great going 1,200 kms per tank. But other than that... a deisel engine just isn't fun winding out on a back road or on an Autobahn like a proper gas engine.

Dackel

Naambezet · 06-25-2015, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Peertwelve

What are the chances he replaces Clarkson on Top Gear?

None, he already stated that he doens't want to get into that television thing and want to do what he wants himself, so only Youtube for him

Naambezet · 06-25-2015, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by M3 Adjuster

WOW. let's stop this train de-railing

and update this thread with some 6 week old news.. LOL

May 06, 2015

new Top Gear trio with model Jodie Kidd, television host Guy Martin, and actor Philip Glenister has reportedly been chosen to replace the team up of long-time presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May. The new line up was overheard being discussed by resigned Top Gear co-creator Andy Wilman with Jamiroquai singer Jay Kay in Sussex, reported the Sunday Express.

Top Gear creator and producer Wilman had also resigned from the show, although reports say he was collaborating with BBC 2 controller Kim Shillingshaw to present the shelved final three episodes of Top Gear Season 22 using footages of Clarkson and his co-presenters.

Top Gear Season 23 is expected to be back on television by spring next year at the earliest.

Read more: http://www.vcpost.com/articles/64129...#ixzz3e6viTEWY

We now return you to your regularly scheduled topic..

Debunked rumour, Chris Evans is already confirmed as the first presentor

Malloy · 06-25-2015, 09:59 PM

Exactly, a diesel is good for commuting. Really really good. I really like my 328d - it's super impressive.

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Originally Posted by Dackelone

a deisel engine just isn't fun winding out on a back road or on an Autobahn like a proper gas engine.

Nightfall · 06-25-2015, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M3 Adjuster

WOW. let's stop this train de-railing

and update this thread with some 6 week old news.. LOL

May 06, 2015

new Top Gear trio with model Jodie Kidd, television host Guy Martin, and actor Philip Glenister has reportedly been chosen to replace the team up of long-time presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May. The new line up was overheard being discussed by resigned Top Gear co-creator Andy Wilman with Jamiroquai singer Jay Kay in Sussex, reported the Sunday Express.

Top Gear creator and producer Wilman had also resigned from the show, although reports say he was collaborating with BBC 2 controller Kim Shillingshaw to present the shelved final three episodes of Top Gear Season 22 using footages of Clarkson and his co-presenters.

Top Gear Season 23 is expected to be back on television by spring next year at the earliest.

Read more: http://www.vcpost.com/articles/64129...#ixzz3e6viTEWY

We now return you to your regularly scheduled topic..

I think I should clear this up, since nobody got it quite right

The new host is Chris Evans. He has been confirmed by the BBC.
http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-33158464

Alongside him will be two totally new presenters which will be chosen via auditions. These auditions are open for everyone! So everyone of you can come down to the UK and try out as a new presenter

http://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/t...-evans-5903628

As for Clarkson, Hammond and May, they are currently negotiating to get a new car show up and running. Rumor has it that Netflix is gonna be the lucky one and that the show will likely be called "House Of Cars"
http://uk.businessinsider.com/jeremy...es-2015-6?r=US

I hope the whole Top Gear situation is now clear to everyone

krx927 · 06-26-2015, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Darkhold

Whats the problem? I do that everyday

Until you will get caught for the first time

I would not count on Coyote too much unfortunately.

Speaking from experience

PeterPure · 06-26-2015, 05:04 AM

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Originally Posted by krx927

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Originally Posted by Darkhold

Whats the problem? I do that everyday

Until you will get caught for the first time

I would not count on Coyote too much unfortunately.

Speaking from experience

No coyote here. But i understand what you are saying.

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windnsea00 Lieutenant 447 Rep 447 Posts Drives: M2 CS Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (0)	I have a brand new 328d as a loaner car (same power output as the 320d in the video) and I agree, if I was looking for a DD of this nature it is a great package. I actually prefer the 328d to the 320i due to the effortless acceleration, it is quieter under load and feels more regal in its power delivery.
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Tengocity General 8579 Rep 19,982 Posts Drives: 911, Cayenne Turbo, Disco 4 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Crieff, Perthshire, Scotland iTrader: (0)	He's right, except with a 330d you'd get not much less economy and whole lot more urge, and fair bit nicer a noise coming from the engine. __________________ Current: Porsche 911 991 C4S, Porsche Cayenne Turbo, Land Rover Discovery 4. Gone...G01 X3 M40i, Cayman S 987, F31 340i, Cayman GT4, F82 M4 CP, Lotus Exige V6, G20 330e, F30 330e, Boxster S 987, F31 335d, Mini Cooper SD, E89 Z4, E90 330d 320d, E60 520d, E46 330d 320d, MX5s, E30 325i
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rawbhp Second Lieutenant 18 Rep 258 Posts Drives: E90 335i M Sport Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Herts iTrader: (1)	Anyone got a 320i to compare? I had one as a loan car last year and was very impressed. Obviously not as much torque, but more fun with the wider rev range and still enough from the turbo. Perhaps a better option if you don't do many miles?
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deeno Private First Class 7 Rep 183 Posts Drives: F30 330d Xdrive M SPORT Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Herts iTrader: (0)	My previous car was a 320d and the problem was it never put a smile on my face, ever. I would admire it for its excellent fuel economy, its decent performance and its long range and reliability. To me it was more like an expensive Meile washing machine, you can admire it for its quality but its ultimately just an appliance. The 330d's shove on the other hand can have me grinning from ear to ear and to me is definitely worth the small extra outlay (spec adjusted, add met paint, auto and front pdc to the 320d then look at the prince difference, it would be rude not to upgrade at that point).
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