A long way since 1984

BMW recently released details on two new diesel models soon to be available in the US. The 335d and X5 XDrive35d are the first BMW diesels models available to US Consumers since the mid-80s. The last model offered was the 2.4 liter diesel BMW 524td. 

BMW 524td

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For 2009 the BMW 335d and X5 XDrive35d have turbocharged 3.0L inline six cylinder engines rated at 265 hp and 425 lb-ft of torque. As for mileage, the 335d gets 23/36 mpg city/highway, range is about 560 miles. The X5 is closer to 19/26 mpg.

BMW 335d

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BMW X5 XDrive35d

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Read more at Autoblog Green

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One Response to A long way since 1984

  1. Pingback: 524td Bmw | BMW Photos Blog

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