[voodoo077]

Hi there dudes,

I have to order my E92 - 320D around august - september I guess to have a delivery end of the year - to start driving begin 2008.

My (double) question is :

1. Will the new bi-turbo 204hp be available in the E92 and if so when ?

2. Does anyone know of certain promotions that will become available between now and september - october ? Like free leather - free beer in Europe (Belgium) ?

Thx m8s.

[jorgex]

Maybe this article help you:

Updated BMW 3-series next in line to get Brake Energy Regeneration tech
Posted on Monday 16 April 2007
BMW debuted its new Brake Energy Regeneration technology when it first released its updated 5-series saloon back in January. The facelifted 1-series hatch followed soon after, it too featuring the fuel saving technology. Now, Dutch website Autovisie.nl reports that we’ll soon see the same technology on the updated 3-series sedan due in October.
The Brake Energy Regeneration system uses a beefed up alternator and battery to recycle previously lost energy, in turn saving fuel. This is achieved as the alternator reduces drag on the engine by only engaging when required to charge the battery, whereas a traditional alternator is always pulling power from the engine. Some models will also feature an automatic start-stop function to save fuel. The system automatically switches the engine off when the vehicle is stationary and restarts when the driver engages the clutch pedal before pulling away in a normal manner. A third fuel saving device is the electronic power steering system that only draws power when assistance is required, such as turning a corner.
Gasoline powered models will also benefit from BMW’s latest high-precision fuel injection features, which on the 320i, for example, will lift output from 150 to 170hp. The 320d, on the other hand, is expected to debut BMW’s super efficient 400Nm four-cylinder diesel.

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/s...neration-tech/

[voodoo077]

Thx !

[ron_jeremy]

Originally Posted by voodoo077

Hi there dudes,

I have to order my E92 - 320D around august - september I guess to have a delivery end of the year - to start driving begin 2008.

My (double) question is :

1. Will the new bi-turbo 204hp be available in the E92 and if so when ?

2. Does anyone know of certain promotions that will become available between now and september - october ? Like free leather - free beer in Europe (Belgium) ?

Thx m8s.

1. Yes, dunno when.

2. Free beer

Btw, 320D will from autumn have 177hk/350Nm.

[voodoo077]

Originally Posted by ron_jeremy

1. Yes, dunno when.

2. Free beer

Btw, 320D will from autumn have 177hk/350Nm.

Here in Belgium it's already available in 163/177

163 because of fiscal reasons but difference is only about 10€ / month.

[voodoo077]

Just 4 info.
My dealer told me it would only be available in the 123D and not yet in the 3-series this year ?!

[Catscratch]

Originally Posted by voodoo077

Just 4 info.
My dealer told me it would only be available in the 123D and not yet in the 3-series this year ?!

Well the problem is, BMW confirmed that the 204hp 2.0 bi-turbo diesel will be available in the 1 series. They didn't mention the 3 series. If there's a 320sd with 204hp ... who would buy the new 325d with 197hp?

[MX20]

Originally Posted by voodoo077

Just 4 info.
My dealer told me it would only be available in the 123D and not yet in the 3-series this year ?!

Mine too.

[jorgex]

Originally Posted by voodoo077

Just 4 info.
My dealer told me it would only be available in the 123D and not yet in the 3-series this year ?!

The same around here. He told me it will be call 120sd and availeble from September.

[hjonkman]

If you want 200hp, why don't check the Alpina D3? That's an awesome car; nice engine upgrade and much better ride than the standard 3-series.

The other option is the 330d with 211hp. Very nice with lots of torque...

Hendrik

[voodoo077]

Originally Posted by hjonkman

If you want 200hp, why don't check the Alpina D3? That's an awesome car; nice engine upgrade and much better ride than the standard 3-series.

The other option is the 330d with 211hp. Very nice with lots of torque...

Hendrik

Budget and it's a company car - so no special things like an Alpina and not more than a 2.0 liter
I could go for the 163 and pay myself for an "upgrade" to 200hp.

So a standard 204hp is no problem, that's the reason I want to go for that one

[hjonkman]

That's too bad... but like you said, upgrading it yourself is a very good option. I also did it and the conversion is great

I have driven the 320d many times and you also can't go wrong with it! Excellent choice!

Hendrik

[voodoo077]

OK thx and meanwhile I saw that they only propose the 177hp - the 163hp has been stopped? Well it's exactly the same except for taxes.

Ciao