2014 Audi A6 TDI vs. 2014 BMW 535d xDrive

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[@lea2666]

"Levels of refinement" Says the guy in nike sneakers on the snow -_-

[@JJKSeattle]

To say the Audi diesel sounds like a tractor is unfair and the height of hyperbole. Once the bonnet is closed, the diesel clatter of the TDI is practically nonexistent.

[@ArchstantonsMTgrave]

Agreed.....I had to put my ear next to phone hear it

[@djdoomy]

Some men actually like the growl-like sound of diesels.

[@amonamarthrules1742]

It is impossible to watch this without wanting to punch that guy in the face...

[@livefreest]

whoa! whoa! whoa! which guy? r we thinking of the same guy?

[@arlind530d]

Wich guy

[@elmomartinez7868]

The guy in the audi needs to punched in his face and kicked in the groin, he's bad mouthing the vehicle he's supposed to represent even the BMW driver is representing the Audi and he's not driving it. Run him over and get another driver.

[@blackout6162]

😂🤣

[@darenzy]

@@elmomartinez7868 Guy in BMW ain't much better. He recommends to get V8 n62/n63 which is just tonnes of headache even to BMW enthusiasts.

[@jurica549]

in Europe almost every new A6 or 5-series sold is a Diesel, Americans are just too proud to say that a Diesel is a better choice.

[@AkioWasRight]

Well, that's Europe. Most of the world prefers gasoline powered cars, not just America. Stop being snooty.

[@sic22l]

emdec55 World runs on gasoline because fuel is cheap there and they don't have to care about fuel consumption.

[@Amidat]

emdec55 because gasoline refineries get favors from the government that diesel refineries don't. So diesel is more expensive than regular gasoline.

[@davidcd396]

Amidat No, not true. Diesel and gasoline all come from the same people. Diesel and gasoline all come from crude oil. It's just not economical for diesel to be the primary fuel used. It's impossible for diesel to be the major fuel because oil produces more gasoline than diesel, it's not because it's supported by government. If anything, diesel gets more favors. Diesel is supported by government tax benefits in many European nations. If more European countries had neutral taxation, diesel would become less popular in Europe.

[@Amidat]

dave cd yes because Europeans have enough sense to support the vehicles/fuel that will be more efficient.

[@nzkid07]

Audi A6 for me

[@mpc007]

Just drove two Audi A6's of this generation today. They were 2.0 TDI versions with 177 bhp and multitronic (cvt) transmission. I agree with the pro's and cons. The interior is very well built, the seats are nice, and the audio / mmi system (you have to pick the big screen, there is also a 5.5 inch variant) works like a charm. However, the transmission is not fast, the steering wheel is thin and you really don't communicate with the suspension and your wheels. It's steering is light, and corners go nice, but you kind of not 'feel' what you want to feel. Therefore, I'd pick the BMW, which has great dynamic suspension and steering (and a thicker wheel). Same goes if you compare Audi A4 or Volkswagen Golf / Passat and BMW 3 series. The BMW is just the real drivers car, and if I were a true hypermiler, I think the Audi would annoy me in the long run. Especially when it's expensively priced.

[@gamedriver8516]

well 0-60 in 5.5 sec is a good result for a tractor sounding engine i think.. :)

[@CrisCab94]

These two freakin nerds

[@xCobi]

It´s a BMW 530xd not a 535xd! 530d 245hp 535d 313hp

[@bennicool888]

xCobi not in america

[@xCobi]

benni co you´re right

[@lyesm3]

benni co Is the M550d 381hp available in america?

[@bennicool888]

lyesm3 No, only 535d (255hp)

[@SparkySlow]

benni co 535 should 313 cp :(

[@TurkOriginal]

A bmw F10 530d xdrive is 258 hp, 535d is 313 hp You also have a older 3L engine who has 245 instead of 258 and 303 instead of 313hp

[@andylie7699]

535d has 313hp here in europe...

[@KjetilB7]

The US 535d is actually the same car as the European 530d. The same goes for the 3 series - the US 325d is equivalent to the European 320d.

[@andylie7699]

I know, the EU 530d has 258 hp, not 255 hp, but that difference is small.... How much hp does the US 325d have?

[@TrailerBat]

In europe we get the Twin exhaust. Not two pipes on the left.

[@andylie7699]

Yeah, the US 535d is pretty much an EU 530d

[@FangPaw]

I wouldn't have either. I'd have the BMW 335D X-drive M-Sport. 313 bhp, 464 ftlb torque. 0-62mph in 4.8sec, 50 mpg (UK gallons) combined cycle. Chippable to 355+ bhp. And available as a wagon. Pity it's not sold in the US :-(

[@bill8298]

"Audi diesel engine sounds like a tractor" .... thats pretty true on any engine if you plan to ride inside the front hood ....but inside the car it's incredibly smooth and whisper quiet...nobody ever guesses these cars are diesels, as they are exceptionally refined and quiet.

[@marymcdaniel4243]

Audi a6 is better BMWs break down. Audi A6 is the best choice as far as a car the a8 has the limousine experience but the a6 is what I want

[@richardstewart8694]

The consistent purring of the diesel engine is music to my ears.

[@ajunta2270]

My dad owns a 2009 3.0l V6 240 hp Audi A5 convertible and to say that it clatters like a tractor is way, way off the mark. The reviewers bash on diesels simply to look good, I'm afraid. You can tell it's a diesel when stationary, but otherwise it really is smooth. Compared to that, I'm pretty sure this new A6 is even more refined.

[@dany1441]

In Europe, the 535d has 313 HP. It's a twin turbo, and would run rings around the 3.0 TDi.

[@SIMcityplayer2002]

In Europe you would use the 530d to compare with A6 3.0 TDi.

[@dany1441]

SIMcityplayer2002 That is correct.

[@nicorichardt8249]

In Germany the 535d have 313hp xD and my BMW 530d has 258hp ;)

[@MultiKalwin]

These cars are so sick... Works of art and technology. Wish i were rich.

[@marnez390]

No need, just wait 5 years later and they will cost less than half the msrp

[@tenzinsmith7991]

Rar M Yea lol you can pick up either one for well under $15,000 now, as I am planning on doing.

[@SIMcityplayer2002]

This video is payed by BMW. The A6 has a bigger boot and more rear bedroom, it also has the better AWD a system (for all terrain), of course it's not as fun to drive (Audi never is), but you make a big deal about the 1MPG less and try to hide the 0.2 seconds quicker 0-62mph time. And since when does any of these cars sound or feel anything like a tractor?

[@vlad888ch2]

a6 has the better awd system??? lol stupid guy,you dont know nothing about xdrive system,go home baby

[@OverSoft]

***** Quattro is simply the world's most refined AWD system. It's not because someone says it, it's because it has won that award for the last 25 years. BMW's X drive is 10 years old, Quattro had been introduced more than 30 years ago, they have WAY more experience. Overall, this is generally known across non-fanboy commenters...

[@vlad888ch2]

BMW is celebrating 25 years of awd and first BMW with all whell drive was debuted in 1985 -BMW 325xi !!!

[@Iceeeen]

The A6 Torsen 4wd is so aged compared to xdrive. Xdrives advantage in short: "The DPC differential features clutch packs on both output sides that are actuated by an electric motor. The clutch pack activates a planetary gearset which causes one wheel to be overdriven. A conventional control system will use the brakes to reduce the speed of the faster-moving wheel (which is the one with less traction) and reduce engine power. This leads to increased brake wear and slower than optimal progress. In contrast, the DPC system speeds up the slower moving wheel (the one with the most traction) in order to maintain stability when needed. For example, while turning, the outer wheel is overdriven to provide greater acceleration, using the traction advantage through the dynamic loading of the outboard wheel in cornering. Meanwhile, in an oversteer situation, the inner wheel is overdriven to regain traction balance." + quattro is not a 4wd system, it's just Audis name for 4wd. they use everything from cheap viscodiffs, Haldex, Torsen and so on depending on model.

[@SIMcityplayer2002]

BMW XDrive simply sends power to all wheels. Audi Quattro sends power to the wheels which need power in one of the best ways around, at the level of Nissan and Porsche. And the BMW is smaller in the boot and back, everybody else and every other review - plus the spec sheet - says so.

[@appasahebteli2981]

Audi is an awesome car ever, with respect to its design , look, interior n many other things..

[@w4ck3ed]

How old were you when you made this comment

[@emilybriancochran9700]

Don't wanna be rude, but the BMW driver's lisp is totally distracting. It sounds like he just pulled his tongue off of a frozen pole.

[@mergimfera11]

The 535d it is actually 3.0L but it have a twinturbo with 313hp that's why they named 535d..

[@SIMcityplayer2002]

That's in Europ, in the USA I think they have a little less power.

[@mergimfera11]

Maybe..

[@TheAegisClaw]

mrillyrian88 the US 535d is the same engine as a 530d in Europe. The European 535d is a lot faster.

[@venom5809]

Night vision is useless? What a load of crap. If you drive a lot and drive in rural areas that are not well lit and have lots of deer and so on, night vision is a godsend. To make a carte blanche statement like that is kind of dumb. Just because you don't want it or don't use it does not mean others don't or that it would not be useful for some people.

[@thesrt8dodge]

Here in france, people are beginning to realize that diesel is compulsory ONLY if you do more than 25k km. Dont buy a diesel if you only drive in the city. Polluting particles are horrific.

[@keithmilner57]

Has anyone ever heard a BMW driver say "it's just as good as an Audi". Didn't think so. On the other hand................

[@hnnotyy]

I'll take an Audi before a BMW.

[@hnnotyy]

Mercedes would be dead last lol

[@jsmith5190]

Then I'd tell you you're not very smart

[@hnnotyy]

J Smith Neither are you.

[@xBuzz996]

4:33 are you kidding me? The point of a button is to make it easier. Had a 3-series and the button at the steering wheel was just pointless, would rather stick the key in and turn it on myself

[@AnchonCat]

Great review im subscribed

[@FDWhitehurst]

These guys are completely wrong on Audi drive train smoothness. I have owned Mercedes diesels and every brand of luxury gasoline automobiles. The Audi A8 and A6 (I own both) are the smoothest transmissions I have ever experienced. The combination V6 TDI and 8 speed transmissions are absolutely seamless and the engines are refined and NOT in the least cheap sounding. Downshifts are not noticeable and there is absolutely no shuttering. This review was completely unfair to Audi.

[@gscristea5178]

Because they know f**k all about cars. That's why they diminished the audi in this video.

[@leonkerkhofs3305]

Both cars are considered very expensive in Europe. But very capable. In this segment diesel is preferred because of running costs and residuals. Only very successful self-employed people or executives drive these cars, and criminals and less desirable elements, i have to say, sadly. Both cars are very refined and quiet. I drive a BMW 530d GT and are very happy with it, although the car is to big for my taste (I have 3 teenagers in the back). In the city I prefer my 120diesel, its much more frugal and agile. These cars are quieter and more refined and more economical then most US-built petrol cars. However, american drivers, used to wide and straight, perfectly flat roads, still insist on their preference for very thirsty large-displacement petrol engines. They consider 0-60 times and horsepower as being very important and useful topics in conversation...but then, your gas prices are ludicrous...

[@ioleacatalin]

in every single review that i saw from real reviewers Audi was the winner.With Bmw the quality is just not there. After Mercedes, Audi is the second best at making good quality, premium cars.

[@MichaelBernardo]

I don't know what the guy in the A6 is smoking but I've driven both and both of them are quite refined. It's a tough decision but I went with the A6 C7 TDI and have no regrets.

[@trykkermike]

How can Audi's MMI be behind BMW's iDrive now-a-days?? Few years ago, and iDrive was a nightmare and MMI was years ahead...

[@lukalerga9324]

This can't be a 535d, because the 535 has one exhaust pipe on each side. This is a 530d.

[@andylie7699]

Europe and America has digferent states of tune

[@BorMachine]

Yeah. A 530d in europe is a 535d in the USA. Don't know why they do this though.

[@lukalerga9324]

And what is the german 535d in America?

[@andylie7699]

A diesel

[@BorMachine]

not sure, but either it's called 540d, or it doesn't exist there.

[@mrAbz7861]

These guys dont know what they are talking about the a6 is a master piece and the bm is a good car too

[@Anashere_Narrnda]

The A6 looks better...better interior...simply Audi

[@beeffforlife]

Ahmad Abu Sneineh Better interior BMW!

[@esteemedenergy]

535d is the best diesel on the planet

[@eddypoopoo]

Man that Audi looks good though

[@millsaab]

I like the start/stop button near the gear lever. Like a Saab. Makes sense as it is right next to the 2 things you do after you press the button.

[@Sams911]

I've got just one thing to say.... I6 > V6 all day long...

[@nealp885]

You guys have convinced me on the new diesel technology. BMW M5 it is!

[@bsgveritas3999]

give me the audi pls !

[@Asae2]

i dont want to have it - its yours :-)

[@freek4495]

@Suryateja GT bmw sucks so bad

[@niceboy60]

There are 5 diesel Engines available for this car in europe The one Europeans love it is the 520d 184hp tonnes of torque top speed 142 MPH Fuel consumption 1100 Miles with 1 single tank , (57 MPG ) U.S

[@cuzkato5170]

I love the Diesel sound in the Audi lol😩just perfect on my point of view

[@AnthonyDunn93]

"Doesn't live up to my levels of refinement" Oh come on dear, you're far from refined. In Europe its very rare to see a big executive with a petrol engine, seeing as we have more thought for the environment. Also, the MPG figures in America are ridiculous! My father has a Jaguar XFs Diesel, with 280 bhp and 600NM of torque, yet will easily crack 50 mpg on the motorway...

[@karstenpedersen7749]

I'm not familiar with Audi and BMW's marketing in the US. But it seems very very odd, that you'd use such old engines in new cars. In most of Europe Audi doesnt even offer the 3 litre petrol you mentioned anymore, the new 3 litre bi-turbo TDI is just so good, loads of power, huge amounts of torque and twice the range of the petrol version. And it makes a glorious sound, thanks to an active exhaust system. Same goes for BMW, in Europe the 35d engine is over 300 hp aswell. Maybe it's because americans doesnt care about diesels and fuel economy, with your cheap cars and cheap fuel ? But have a look at the euro versions if you get a chance, they're simply much better,

[@AutoGuide]

Thanks for the feedback, we just did a quick check and it looks like the 3.0T gas engine is still available in Europe. It's in a lot of cars here, replacing the old 4.2L V8.

[@karstenpedersen7749]

AutoGuide.com Seems you are right about the Audi gas engine, it's still for sale in a variety of places, just not the UK atleast (in the A6 model, it's still for sale in the A7) Apparantly you can't trust in everything you hear on youtube, even if it comes from a car journalist. Still seems odd with the power output of the 35d engine though, if you look at the british or the german BMW site, it's listed at 313 hp, only in the US you get 255 hp :-)

[@jackzakowski6952]

Karsten Pedersen What cheap cars and cheap fuel are you talking about? The US has tougher emissions regulations. Manufactures are forced to use more restrictive emissions controls that detune the engines and increase the cost of owning diesels. That's part of the reason why it's harder to run diesels in the US.

[@sic22l]

Karsten Pedersen US 535d version is basically European 530d.

[@sic22l]

JackZakowski US has tougher regulation for just one emission - NOx. All manufacturers are doing is to add urea (AdBlue) injection that increases the cost of ownership by about ... a few bucks per 10000 miles.

[@MrM5RR]

Great Review.

[@SoFloLuca]

Its a WIN WIN in my book....Both stellar vehicles!

[@mrhotguy001]

Audi

[@Spiritualwarfare587]

when it comes to ice and snow nothing is more safer and better then a audi quattro

[@yippie6862]

Ooooutty A6, Canada Eh?

[@tomdavidson4164]

'night vision system that is really very useless' its something called 'thermal imaging', and its actually great for spotting both people and cars in thick fog and other visually limiting weather ;)

[@johnnyringo201]

You can buy a dedicated sports car like the new corvette with the Z51 package and still have enough money left over to buy a slightly used 3 series for daily driving. 76k is way to expensive for any single car. Trick would be to probably buy it slightly used, let someone else take the massive depreciation that happens almost immediately when you buy one.

[@grizzly_magnum9579]

Haha, as if an American interior can come anywhere close to the bmws. You lost me at "king ranch F150". What a joke.

[@LabMotorsports]

do a review of a 435i and maybe vs it against something

[@joehammond2586]

...and then there's all that torque!

[@TheDivino21]

Nice car but seriously BMW can't fully line the trunk with padding for $75,000+ what a joke I've seen better trunk fit and finish on a Chrysler 300.

[@m32matt]

??.....go buy the chrysler then

[@inevahdie]

Diesel makes sense in EU, but in NA higher cost of diesel combined with cost of adblue voids benefits of diesel.

[@Fermion911]

Fortunately, at least in NA is petrol preferred fuel... I live in EU and I hate the smell of diesels. They are everywhere :( Moreover, the sound of diesel is ugly compared to petrol engine.

[@SIMcityplayer2002]

Diesel (and petrol) are more expensive in the EU than anywhere else, diesel is even more expensive. I like diesel cars, and my future cars will all be diesel, since they are good on long journeys and are smoother.

[@Fermion911]

I know people who had diesels and now they want to buy petrol. Diesel is good if you plan to drive a looooot of kilometres monthly, but otherwise, modern petrols have very good fuel efficiency. Especially 4-cylinders. And I'm not sure what you mean by "diesel is smoother". Petrol engines are known to be more smooth than diesels in various aspects. If it has something to do wit lower rpm, than you can buy turbo-petrol that has a lot of torque available at low rpm. Sometimes even lower than diesel (for example 2.0 from BMW).

[@Fermion911]

Yeah, I would probably take pick-up with diesel too :) But not a premium sedan.

[@yonut7]

Audi its nicer no doubt looks agresivr and the retractive screen it s so james bond thing .

[@XdDDDxDDDDDDxDDDDD]

Witch gearbox in Audi? S-tronic or tiptronic?

[@AlbertArrabal]

I'm sorry, but after watching this, I realize that american's luxury expectations are rubbish LOL

[@cvcc8083]

Autoguide isn't American.

[@AlbertArrabal]

***** Where is it from then?

[@cvcc8083]

Albert Arrabal AutoGuide reviews cars in the North American market, but they are Canadian, and so are their expectations.

[@AlbertArrabal]

***** Sorry, I didn't know it. I'll mend my comment: "I'm sorry, but after watching this, I realize that american and CANADIAN'S luxury expectations are rubbish LOL"

[@cvcc8083]

Albert Arrabal Well, this review doesn't necessarily represent the average Canadian, and their much less likely to represent your average American, but whatever. Just because I'm curious, what makes you think their expectations are "rubbish"?

[@seoulman912]

Are those 20" wheels on the 535d?

[@electrictroy2010]

535d is available in the US..... Ward's just listed this engine as 10 best of the year .

[@jonahhitchcock5821]

good match up / even battle

[@soccerlovin1]

A6 looks better on the outside

[@zakahmed172]

But u can go wrong when your are going up a snowy hill in the bmw. Where with the AUDI you can get QUTTRO all wheel drive I don't particularly like bmw but I got o say the AUDI is the best class leading car.

[@roozbehbey]

A6 all day , no question. only german sedan with a 5 star rating.

[@RanulfoKnox]

Audi interiors are the best in the world. Period

[@Danial0152]

lol nah

[@jsmith5190]

Cars are about performance and handling. Not princess interiors....

[@RanulfoKnox]

J Smith sure those are the most important features of a car for me, thats why i own a mazda coz i love its handling. But at this price range ppl demand luxury and well executed details and they become important matters if you're gonna spend 50k or more in a car. At least for many ppl they do.

[@jesseelijah9404]

great to sit and admired the interior ambiance when your gearbox breaks"multitronic"

[@BorMachine]

Yeah well man, that's just like, your opinion man. I find BMW interiors WAY more desirable. Especially the newer ones. And yes, I tested both.

[@ezequiel55]

Good job daffy..

[@ministerc9513]

Sylvester the Cat

[@eleonik76]

In the words if you are homosexual,you most likely would buy Audi,as things like tiny little silver stripes on the dash are very impressive and highly valued by them. The rest would choose BMW,as things like handling and driving matters way more.

[@asking_for_a_friend]

Makes me wonder how much do you guys get from BMW? :D seems to be a pre-paid review. Too much prejudice. Fan of BMW driving the BMW and a person who isn't fond of Audi is driving an Audi - not a quality review.

[@ZStHope]

Got to add the E250 bluetec to the choices now

[@ezmocetv]

Audi Forever

[@TheTanman2011]

All I can hear is the one guys lisp

[@TheGreatBender]

I couldn't take him seriously with that lisp. I like the cars, but can't get into the comparison beyond the wanna be 4 year old talk. He's an adult and needs to control it. Maybe I'm just a dick, although I have my opinion just like everyone else

[@djrelic247]

The guy with the beard I can't take seriously. That lisp is killing me.

[@bh4560]

These guys just hate diesels.. these cars are massive in europe because they are everything and our fuel price in the UK is disgustingly expensive too.

[@RealtimeReviews613]

U GUYS CAN REVIEW REGULAR CARS TOO EH? Whys it always gotta be luxury cars

[@termantor28]

Why are they using the imperial system when they are clearly in Toronto Canada with the Canadian models of both cars?

[@slabsides1]

Now do a head to head of the 535d xDrive and MB E-Class clean diesel 4 Matic.

[@SIMcityplayer2002]

535d X-Drive competes with E350 4Matic which isn't even a diesel (in America).

[@CptAngelKGaming]

Can you give me ONE reason why someone shouldn't buy a modern diesel car? Especially given all their benefits.

[@taveeeee]

Different tax rates in different countries.

[@AdrianC12345]

Here's THREE! 1.)Urea injection is used on both cars and must be refilled ever 10,000 miles or so and it's expensive as hell. 2.)The engine notes of both cars are terrible, and the Audi particularly has a displeasing rattle. 3.)Their peak torque figures are good, however, diesels have famously horrible power and torque curves. Which is to say that anything past 4000 RPM is dead and you'd better upshift already. Which is no fun.

[@tcddave25]

-Diesel option is more upfront. -Diesel costs $0.50 to $1.00 more where I live. -Diesel engines usually cost more to maintain. -Diesel engines are much more complicated, expensive to fix. -Diesel particulate filters (DPF's) are prone to choking because they do not operate below operating temperatures. -Diesels are slower than their gas equivalents. -Diesel fuel is messier and quality diesel is harder to find than gasoline. -Diesel is less abundant than gasoline. -Diesel... Wait, you said one reason. And yes, I've owned diesels.

[@karstenpedersen7749]

TCD DAVE You are american right ? In europe many of those points are void. - Diesels often cost a bit more upfront, but usually the difference is really minor. - Diesel is usually 10 - 20 % cheaper than gas (atleast in the EU countries i've driven in) - Nope, everything here has turbos now, and the only difference are the injectors, but you are in trouble if they break. - Nah - Nah, only if you drive your diesel like an idiot. - Nah, diesels are marginnaly slower only in theory, but who the hell does 0 - 100 flat out dayli ? the torque will make it feel fast in dayli driving. - Nah, never hear of, or noticed any problems - Nah, diesel is for sale at every single fuel station i have ever seen.

[@CptAngelKGaming]

Many Americans replying here. I guess things are like that over there. In Europe, a diesel is a perfect vehicle. No road tax, diesel is cheaper, MUCH better mileage, heaps of torque that are essential for city transport. They are a bit more expensive up front but that's about it. Performance difference is not significant at all.

[@BradaBear61]

isit me ore does the f10 535d has more hp here in europe? my cousen own one he has custum remaped the ecu deleted the dpf and egr systems the engine produces 430hp know 0to100km takes 4.5 second its a monster but not only that a V8 can suck it nothing compares to the 535d its relaxed torq at every rev when the engine is relaxed you are at the same level so for people who drive aallot on the road go for a diesel!!!

[@maxson873]

Audi A6 prettier

[@KangoV]

Are US A6's lower spec than those in the UK. My 2013 A6 3.0 TDI gets on average 48mpg. Just did a long run and got 51mpg! Also it's silent with no rattles or rumbles in the cabin. Very strange.

[@_Insinuate]

Bit late to the party lol but over there, there MPG is different to ares, if you check online it will convert the difference for you.

[@Lettuce357]

1. Can't stand that guys lisp 2. If you can afford these cars the "savings" on fuel won't be your first concern 3. The diesel market in North America is still in its infancy stages and many won't want to give up the performance and engine refinement of a gasoline powered car. Overall a pretty irelavent review (Besides the fact the A6 and 5 series agree in the same class) and mediocre hosts. 5/10.

[@andylie7699]

But if you want more low down punch and better economy on the motorway, a diesel can be a good alternative

[@bilalahmed2123]

It was no suprise that BMW was better than Audi. Why do they show American metrics rather than Canadian, since they are in Toronto !

[@jamesdeans5385]

This dudes voice was hilarious

[@xxTheRcFreakxx]

The A6 here in germany has 313 hp with the 3.0 TDI and the BMW 535d has 313 hp too

[@johnnyh788]

Do you guys realize diesel are actually quieter in cruise speed such as high way. Ideal speed noise ? If you are a nerd. Seriously, in real world, not your garage, as long as your window down or window close with some music. You can't hear it. But the real noise that you can't avoid is high speed noise.

[@gl8524]

Could someone please explain the difference between torque and horsepower?

[@pex3]

hehehe i always recognize the locations that you guys shoot at

[@pex3]

off of cherry street in toronto

[@speedkar99]

colenbrak Toronto Portlands. Instantly recognized it by the smoke stack in the background.

[@durandgabin1671]

Je suis un passionner de cette marque les gens vive audition ;)

[@justawhitenigga]

Diesel BMW and Audi in USA?

[@xliu37]

Canadian price?

[@RK1FX]

Diesels are reliable and economical and enough fast for dd

[@Fermion911]

Not so reliable as they used to be. These new diesels are hi-tech engines with a huge pressure and a lot of parts that can be damaged. Personally I would rather take a petrol. The only advantage of diesel is fuel economy, nothing else.

[@RK1FX]

Helmut Green everything is made for after warranty profit today, nothing new here :)

[@SIMcityplayer2002]

Diesel is more reliable, has better MPGS numbers, emotes less CO2 and other dangerous gases, is better and smoother on long journeys, has more torque and has better resale values (percentage and actual money). And has a slight bit more noise.

[@Fermion911]

SIMcityplayer2002 Nope. I have to do a few corrections to your post. Diesel is NOT more reliable. It used to be at the times of non turbo diesels. Not today hi-tech diesels that use a ton of electronics and incredible pressures. Diesel has better MPGS and produces less CO2 - that's correct. But not less other dangerous gases! Diesel produces more carcinogenes than petrol. A lot of NOx and other sh*t. Diesel is not smoother. It has just a little more torque if compared to modern turbo-petrols. On the other hand, from the same displacement, the diesel has always less power. For example, 2-litre engines from Opel (top versions): Petrol 2.0 - 247 hp / 400Nm torque Diesel 2.0 - 195 hp / 400Nm torque Moreover, the max torque in turbo-petrol engines is available in much wider spectre of rpm, than in diesel eingines. In some tubro-petrol engines you get max torque from 1500 to 4500 rpm or more. In diesel it is usually from 1500 to 2500 rpm, or so. Better resale values for diesels, that's also correct. However, it usually has also a more expensive service. A slight bit more noise for diesel and also the sound is not very nice (+ it smells bad). I don't mind the noise of engine, if the sound is nice. Let's say petrol V6 or V8.

[@Xyb3rTeCh]

But diesel are expensive and very noisy.

[@90210146]

This guys lisp is drove me crazy.

[@chiman730]

That's true, if you really have that much of disposable capital to spend at your will, do you really care about the cost different on gas? It is a oxymoron isn't it ?

[@janaxsoulfp2878]

Audi is better

[@sechszylinder8055]

it's not 535d, the 535d has 313hp !!! and the 535d has exhaust pipe on each side as Luka Lerga said

[@alyozunu8180]

Where are you from? In europe the 535d produces 313 hp

[@Carfan678]

Where's the e250 bluetec

[@elsonmiraka339]

Audi is the best car. Audi is the King. Is very strong. I like Audi