E85 to E89 which engine + Best standard options??
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henryjames
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Yeah I'm aware it's surprisingly good!
My journeys are mostly motorway so steady 80mph - 85mph for an hour, M40 got to love the fastest motorway in the country!
So I guess I'm literally getting about as good as the engine is capable of!
However when I was commuting into central London I averaged about 37-38 which I was still fairly pleased with,
Only other thing I can think of is I'm pretty light and I never carry passengers!
My journeys are mostly motorway so steady 80mph - 85mph for an hour, M40 got to love the fastest motorway in the country!
So I guess I'm literally getting about as good as the engine is capable of!
However when I was commuting into central London I averaged about 37-38 which I was still fairly pleased with,
Only other thing I can think of is I'm pretty light and I never carry passengers!
henryjames
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As for the 28 versus 30 debate ,Not sure where £100 comes from on fuel...
An extra 10mpg at 10000 miles with current fuel prices comes to more like £315 + another £115 extra tax plus the inevitable insurance uppage of say £100 this comes to more like £530 a year extra.... very roughy!
An extra 10mpg at 10000 miles with current fuel prices comes to more like £315 + another £115 extra tax plus the inevitable insurance uppage of say £100 this comes to more like £530 a year extra.... very roughy!
henryjames
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Well quite
ronk said:Smartbear said:henryjames said:
It comes from Rons special calculator
Rob
Yes the one that prices petrol at £1.20 a gallon !
That's maybe how I sneaked the 35is under swmbo radar!
We've all used man maths at some stage Ron, it's the only way to make things add up sometimes :lol:
Rob
henryjames
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Ok so any thoughts on best options to have?
henryjames said:
What you use the car for will have a strong influence but my must have options that suit my needs:-
Auto box, Sat Nav, Decent Sound, idrive, Bluetooth for the Phone and heated seats are a must .
I would also say that the Smarttop module is a very important aftermarket accessory for me as is the set of Fitted Luggage.
Because it's a sporty car I prefer less bling inside, I like the heated seats but nav & idrive weren't important for me.
I rarely get a chance to use it but cruise would have been nice, I have the professional radio in my car & it's fine, far better than the business radio in my previous e89
M sport styling looks great & the M seats are brilliant
Rob
I rarely get a chance to use it but cruise would have been nice, I have the professional radio in my car & it's fine, far better than the business radio in my previous e89
M sport styling looks great & the M seats are brilliant
Rob
Rocket Man
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i recently got my 2016 M Sport 2L, wanted as a daily driver so need cheeper running costs.
when i looked what was available nationwide i was looking for 19" wheels as they look better, heated seats if it was to have leather seats (not as esential with alcantara) Lady parking as i feel ites esential with a daily if you care for your paintwork. M sport body as i think it looks so much better. only down side with 19" plus M sport suspension is a harsh ride and noisy tyres. my only regret with it being a daily is would should have gone auto (not a thing i would have done with a weekend car). engine size was based on economy as with the 4 pots its never going to rip up the tarmac. well thats just me and what do i know about the horseless carriage.
when i looked what was available nationwide i was looking for 19" wheels as they look better, heated seats if it was to have leather seats (not as esential with alcantara) Lady parking as i feel ites esential with a daily if you care for your paintwork. M sport body as i think it looks so much better. only down side with 19" plus M sport suspension is a harsh ride and noisy tyres. my only regret with it being a daily is would should have gone auto (not a thing i would have done with a weekend car). engine size was based on economy as with the 4 pots its never going to rip up the tarmac. well thats just me and what do i know about the horseless carriage.
henryjames
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Rocketman - so why not the 28i?
Rocket Man
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as stated economy for a daily, price when i got it (24600 with delivery milage 12K under list) and no 4 pot was going to appear fast after having 2Atoms
it was to replace a mini paceman diesel so its fast enough compared to that.
i do feel privileged to drive one as a daily drive and i am very happy i made the change while there were still som new ones available
it was to replace a mini paceman diesel so its fast enough compared to that.
i do feel privileged to drive one as a daily drive and i am very happy i made the change while there were still som new ones available