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Which model

Specific discussion about the E89 2009 Z4 (sDrive35is, sDrive35i, sDrive30i, sDrive23i)
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Re: Which model

Post by SO8 » Tue Feb 24, 2015 1:00 pm

My 35iS has managed 24mpg over 2500 miles ... and two cars ;) The first did 1500 miles (with 28K on the clock) the newer one has done 1000 miles (and has 3.5K on the clock).

Both for my driving 24mpg. Mainly 'fun' driving or commuting. I didn't buy it for the economy but it is doing better than my Z4M Roadster ever did (not by too much but still better).
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Re: Which model

Post by TitanTim » Tue Feb 24, 2015 1:43 pm

I test drove the 2.3 and ordered the 2.0 4Cyl, what a mistaka da make.

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Re: Which model

Post by techathy » Tue Feb 24, 2015 1:55 pm

I drove a Z4 28i, I knew that I was going to get a Z4 over a BRZ & also the 28i was the right level of performance... Then I drove a 35i & realised 6 cylinders was a requirement of truly enjoying the Z4 experience!
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Re: Which model

Post by ronk » Tue Feb 24, 2015 2:13 pm

What do our American cousins say about cubic inches??
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Re: Which model

Post by techathy » Tue Feb 24, 2015 3:25 pm

It's not about the cc, it's the number of pots getting stirred ;)
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Re: Which model

Post by TONYMOR » Tue Feb 24, 2015 4:22 pm

I've got a 2.31 and it's great go try .
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Re: Which model

Post by ronk » Tue Feb 24, 2015 5:16 pm

techathy wrote:It's not about the cc, it's the number of pots getting stirred ;)
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Re: Which model

Post by RX-78 » Tue Feb 24, 2015 5:23 pm

I've got 3.0Si Coupe and I'm about to take delivery of 28i. I think it depends on what you are looking for.

Thought performance wasn't too different in a straight (ish) line. Obviously I've not got the car yet so not given it a proper bash. It's meant to have better MPG on paper - 40 on 28i and 30 on 3.0si (similar for 35is). In reality I normally manage 28-9mpg on my coupe with mixed town/non congested A road.

Off memory, between 35is and 28i, Tax was about £200/year different and insurance was £300 too. As I'm not rich and it's my daily car, these things are important for me.
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Re: Which model

Post by techathy » Tue Feb 24, 2015 6:30 pm

What I tend to find is that I use about the same amount of fuel regardless of the engine as long as both cars have enough power that I never reach WOT.

VED is £245 more for the first year then £105 more for subsequent years. Insurance 35iS?... £193/year :rofl:
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Re: Which model

Post by jmb » Tue Feb 24, 2015 6:37 pm

I went for the 23i. It's quick enough for me. The 6-cyl sound can't be beat though. I've not tried the 28i but I drove a 528 (same 4-cyl turbo) and it's just not the same...
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Re: Which model

Post by TONYMOR » Tue Feb 24, 2015 6:39 pm

I agree the 6 cylinder is enough for me also
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Re: Which model

Post by RX-78 » Tue Feb 24, 2015 7:38 pm

£193/year for insurance! Cn you put your name on my insurance :lol: ?
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Re: Which model

Post by grimreaper » Tue Feb 24, 2015 8:15 pm

Ok school boy error, i thought the 23i was the 4cylinder engine and the 28i the 6 cylinder, logical i thought. what about resale which model is the most sought after ? Cheers
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Re: Which model

Post by AndyJ » Tue Feb 24, 2015 8:19 pm

You may as well ask a group of Lads out on the lash which of the 20 girls in the swimsuit competition they fancy. You'll get many different answers for many different reasons and there's no right answer.
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Re: Which model

Post by TONYMOR » Tue Feb 24, 2015 8:27 pm

My previous was a e85 3.si sport roadster and given the e 89 is heavier they seem very similar I reckon resale would favour 2.31 imho.
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