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lopro2011 L I'm in the market for an E70 and curious to know what people think about the V8 vs the inline 6? I'm leaning toward the V8 because I like the extra power and the added features that usually come with the V8. I also heard the E53 versions had their fair share of problems (don't know what the problems are, but is it the same with the E70?) I haven't driven either, but I'm curious as to what people think in terms of: power maintenance & costs reliability fuel economy features Thanks! #1 · Jun 22, 2011 I'm in the market for an E70 and curious to know what people think about the V8 vs the inline 6? I'm leaning toward the V8 because I like the extra power and the added features that usually come with the V8. I also heard the E53 versions had their fair share of problems (don't know what the problems are, but is it the same with the E70?) I haven't driven either, but I'm curious as to what people think in terms of: power maintenance & costs reliability fuel economy features Thanks! Sort by Oldest first Oldest first Newest first Most reactions #2 · Jun 22, 2011 The inline six design is a better engine than the V-8 in terns of reliability, smoothness, etc.; however, if you want the power, your choice is the V-8. I chose the diesel myself as it gave me the power I wanted without the lower MPG and reliability of the V-8. #4 · Jun 22, 2011 Is the power difference very noticeable between the two? As for the diesel, I like the idea, but I'm shopping used and I just haven't seen many diesels available... 0 Reply #3 · Jun 22, 2011 I think I will go with the diesel myself but am hearing rumors that there might be a 40d or 45d coming soon. #5 · Jun 22, 2011 What year are you looking at? If used (pre-2011) the V8 was noticeably more powerful than the inline 6 but comparable to a 2011+ 6 cylinder. If looking new, the V8 is also noticeably more powerful than the previous 8 or new 6. I've had 2 V8 X5s. Never had a problem on the 4.8i in 3 years of having it. #6 · Jun 22, 2011 I'm looking at 2007 or 2008. I guess the power is comparable after 2011 due to the turbos? 0 Reply #7 · Jun 22, 2011 Yep #8 · Jun 25, 2011 2008 4.8, 70K nary a worry. i wouldn't have a 3.0. it's a chick motor. #9 · Jun 25, 2011 Hey -- I'm a chick! But wait -- I do have a 3 liter motor (the 35i). I'd LOVE to have a V8 and can afford it, but as someone had so artfully put it in another thread, I'm a "lead footed a**hole" and I'm too lazy to put gas in the car every 200 miles (if that!). 330 is pushing my sense of laziness. I want a V8 with a 40 gal gas tank man! 0 Reply #10 · Jun 25, 2011 Testosterone a steroid hormone that stimulates development of MALE secondary sexual characteristics, produced mainly in the testes, BUT also in the ovaries and adrenal cortex. #11 · Jun 27, 2011 I'm looking at the pre-2011 X5s. So no turbo Anyway, what are some real world figures for gas mileage and maintenance? On paper, the mpg seem very similar. What about reality? ...also, would it cost more to maintain the V8? #12 · Jun 27, 2011 I have the 08 4.8 and get about 14.0 mpg, almost all city driving. (what little I'm on the interstate, I'm driving like an idiot around 90mph) No maint to speak of. 60,000 and am about to have my first oil change on my dime. Will be getting the diesel X5 soon. #13 · Jun 27, 2011 I was getting around 11/12 mpg with the 4.8. #14 · Jun 27, 2011 my '08 has about 72K and i have always averaged 16 - 17 in mixed driving. no mechanical issues. a couple of electronic bugs. #15 · Jun 27, 2011

soldmystang said: my '08 has about 72K and i have always averaged 16 - 17 in mixed driving. Click to expand...

You must drive like a girl. Oops, I thought this was the A**hole thread....:angel: Show more replies 0 Reply Insert Quotes Post Reply

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