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25 Responses to “Lux SUVs – Diesel Vs Hybrid Comparo – Part 1”
The fact that the … The fact that the improvement of the engine is important is why BMW got 47 International of the Year Awards, the most out of any brand, and why BMW is behind Lexus and Mercedes in technology, yet more comfortable, ergonomic, more performing, and somewhat more fuel efficient than the Lexus. About being “high-tech”, those editors are just spoiled; no wonder the US is in a recession and so much in debt.
Also, the thing … Also, the thing that needs to be focused for improvment of the car’s fuel consumption, comfort, safety, and performance the most is the engine, the heaviest. It is the one that does the consumption. If we can reduce the weight and size of the engine without the sacrifice of horsepower, torque, and durability, then pretty much there is less work for improving the transmission, the brakes, suspension, etc. and fewer implications of the electronics.
Thus, we want to … Thus, we want to get more out of less. We want to reduce the gadgets without the sacrifice of fuel economy, comfort, and performance. It’s the mechanics (which still need to be reduced) that is the FOUNDATION of the car, while the electronics just “helps” it. So, what if the electronics FAIL?! For example, I’m more concerned about if the seats comfortable than whether they are powered. I think a VW Golf is more of a luxury car over a Lexus. As long there’s improvement, that’s what I care about.
When they say the … When they say the x5 is “not capable” they just spend half the video saying it was the best SUV on the road so they must be referring to off road or are they contradicting themselves?and WTF why he is going on about a lack of tech i mean there different spec in different countries but in Australia it has a back up camera,navagation+idrive,TV function and voice control,memory for seats,mirrors and steering wheel, parking function for mirrors,front+rear sensors,bmw professional radio, bixenons ect
Weird, you say the … Weird, you say the x5 came in last due to the lack of technology like navigation, but you show the iDrive system with navigation in the video and you even select it on camera. It’s in a technology optional package, but they definitely offer it.
I have the 335D … I have the 335D here in Europe. Power figures here are 286hp and 580NM. What’s wrong with the diesel in US? Or is there some other reasons for that gap between EU and US in this matter?
Maybe it’s the … Maybe it’s the offerings. Take the Lexus for example, the remote touch is Lexus’ first proprietary, but it comes with a longer list of advanced features- standard. While you get iDrive or COMMAND also standard, you don’t quite get the same amount of advanced features. iDrive is still confusing to me, but it’s getting there.
personally i like … personally i like gasoline engines but diesel engines are good too, especially the 250 CDI from mercedes. 200 hp, 500 nm, does 45 mpg (54 in british mpg).
the touareg is the … the touareg is the worst SUV ever in the “consumer reports” and i believe it: my dad sold his Touareg 2.5TDi cuz the engines and the electric problems was unsustainable and he was totally desperate,lol
And it’s ironic … And it’s ironic that BMW and Mercedes are being criticized left and right for not being high-tech enough, because very few years ago Benz and BMW were getting criticized for being too overly complex and sophisticated with their COMMAND and i-drive units. Now theyre not high-tech enough?? These stupid editors are just too hard to satisfy.
God , who cares … God , who cares about high-tech gizmos and gadgets!?! I cant believe the BMW and Merc came in the last two spots b/c they werent high tech enough. Being less high-tech makes them more functional and easy-to-operate. Besides, they both seem to offer plenty of features anyway. Also the Bimmer and Merc seemed to deliver better driving characteristics, and in my opinion are far superior in terms of sporty SUV-like looks. But hey, we all have different opinions….
We hit the snow to pit three of the latest clean diesel SUVs from BMW, Mercedes-Benz and VW against Lexus’ latest hybrid. Part 1of 2
the bmw is the best …
the bmw is the best of all 4
The fact that the …
The fact that the improvement of the engine is important is why BMW got 47 International of the Year Awards, the most out of any brand, and why BMW is behind Lexus and Mercedes in technology, yet more comfortable, ergonomic, more performing, and somewhat more fuel efficient than the Lexus. About being “high-tech”, those editors are just spoiled; no wonder the US is in a recession and so much in debt.
Also, the thing …
Also, the thing that needs to be focused for improvment of the car’s fuel consumption, comfort, safety, and performance the most is the engine, the heaviest. It is the one that does the consumption. If we can reduce the weight and size of the engine without the sacrifice of horsepower, torque, and durability, then pretty much there is less work for improving the transmission, the brakes, suspension, etc. and fewer implications of the electronics.
Thus, we want to …
Thus, we want to get more out of less. We want to reduce the gadgets without the sacrifice of fuel economy, comfort, and performance. It’s the mechanics (which still need to be reduced) that is the FOUNDATION of the car, while the electronics just “helps” it. So, what if the electronics FAIL?! For example, I’m more concerned about if the seats comfortable than whether they are powered. I think a VW Golf is more of a luxury car over a Lexus. As long there’s improvement, that’s what I care about.
VW is not luxury lol
VW is not luxury lol
ya keep sucking …
ya keep sucking toyota and subarus dick motor trend
BMW is the driving …
BMW is the driving man’s SUV.
yes i have
they are …
yes i have
they are quite same here in finland because you can’t hear the engine because of rough tarmac that we are driving on
have you ever been …
have you ever been in a bmw diesel
they are quieter than petrol
look at top gear 535d and the 535d is more quiet than a 535i
When they say the …
When they say the x5 is “not capable” they just spend half the video saying it was the best SUV on the road so they must be referring to off road or are they contradicting themselves?and WTF why he is going on about a lack of tech i mean there different spec in different countries but in Australia it has a back up camera,navagation+idrive,TV function and voice control,memory for seats,mirrors and steering wheel, parking function for mirrors,front+rear sensors,bmw professional radio, bixenons ect
Weird, you say the …
Weird, you say the x5 came in last due to the lack of technology like navigation, but you show the iDrive system with navigation in the video and you even select it on camera. It’s in a technology optional package, but they definitely offer it.
I have the 335D …
I have the 335D here in Europe. Power figures here are 286hp and 580NM. What’s wrong with the diesel in US? Or is there some other reasons for that gap between EU and US in this matter?
So let me get this …
So let me get this straight…. the best driving SUV with the best engine comes forth! God love USA
Maybe it’s the …
Maybe it’s the offerings. Take the Lexus for example, the remote touch is Lexus’ first proprietary, but it comes with a longer list of advanced features- standard. While you get iDrive or COMMAND also standard, you don’t quite get the same amount of advanced features. iDrive is still confusing to me, but it’s getting there.
Really? The last GM …
Really? The last GM car I owned totally gave up at 87,000 miles…
personally i like …
personally i like gasoline engines but diesel engines are good too, especially the 250 CDI from mercedes. 200 hp, 500 nm, does 45 mpg (54 in british mpg).
FUK LEXUS DIESEL 4 …
LEXUS DIESEL 4 LIFE
more refined?
do …
more refined?
do you even know what your talking about???
diesels have come a MUCH longer way the past 25 years then gasoline engines
GAS is a waste of fuel oil
DIESEL has much more potential and engine life to name a few
please read articles on new diesels, you will be shocked on how more advanced it is then a gasoline powered machine
diesel engines are …
diesel engines are torquey but the gasoline engines are more quiet and refined
the touareg is the …
the touareg is the worst SUV ever in the “consumer reports” and i believe it: my dad sold his Touareg 2.5TDi cuz the engines and the electric problems was unsustainable and he was totally desperate,lol
Touareg win? VW pay …
Touareg win? VW pay for this xD
Diesel rules!
Diesel rules!
DIESEL ALL THE WAY.
DIESEL ALL THE WAY.
And it’s ironic …
And it’s ironic that BMW and Mercedes are being criticized left and right for not being high-tech enough, because very few years ago Benz and BMW were getting criticized for being too overly complex and sophisticated with their COMMAND and i-drive units. Now theyre not high-tech enough?? These stupid editors are just too hard to satisfy.
God , who cares …
God , who cares about high-tech gizmos and gadgets!?! I cant believe the BMW and Merc came in the last two spots b/c they werent high tech enough. Being less high-tech makes them more functional and easy-to-operate. Besides, they both seem to offer plenty of features anyway. Also the Bimmer and Merc seemed to deliver better driving characteristics, and in my opinion are far superior in terms of sporty SUV-like looks. But hey, we all have different opinions….