2014 BMW 535d Review - TEST/DRIVE

[@mbomb8702]

Can't tell you how happy I am to hear a car review by Chris, especially such a positive one, about a car I actually own!!! So used to Ferrari this, porsche that which is, let's be honest, fantasy world for me but spectacular nonetheless. But this is real world, he's praising a car I own. I've never felt so special...

[@BFD15i]

It does not happen often, but this time I have to say: Poor americans. The 530d (US 535d) is just no match for the real 535d we have in europe. The 30d is pretty fast, but the way the 35d delivers is just amazing. More hp, more torque, less turbo-lag.. And there is no way I would prefer the 535i over the 535d. The diesel has more than 50% torque MORE than the petrol version, and even has more horsepower. AND better fuel economy..

[@Williamwallace-f92]

FLOB32 haha did you just say a diesel tractor is better than a petrol turbocharged engine, 😂 you moron

[@eriksvonrosen267]

the m550d is almost as fast as the m5 with like 100 hp down

[@johnramsunder4955]

@@Williamwallace-f92 I fully agree with you. This diesel lover must listen to the acceleration tests of both. The 530d is really noisy. I love the 535i anytime.

[@weirdshibainu]

Its amazing how applied we've become. The technology, performance, safety and economy of new cars is amazing. 38 mpg out of this beautiful sedan? My first car was a Chevy Vega with a four banger, touted as an economy car it got about 25 mpg. I had a vw diesel in the eighties. Great mileage, but slow, dirty and loud. Car makers have done wonders in the past thirty or so years. What's really amazing is how solid and good the fit and finish is on even entry level cars. Many viewers here are probably too young to remember when average cars use to develop small squeaks and rattles as they aged. Some even came off the line with them. It was so irritating to have a car with 10,000 miles on it and have to listen to a small squeak or rattle buried in the dash. They were virtually impossible to trace and fix. I wish I could be around in another thirty years to see what's next...

[@wb7765]

Have a 2014 M Sport 535d in the US. The US 535d = European 530d, basically with one variable vane turbo. Still the engine is awesome, and so is the rest. I agree with all the comments Chris makes, except for the nicer sound the 535i makes... When i test drove the 535d, the deep sound upon faster acceleration put an additional smile on my face and every day i have driven it since. Note that only at low 20mph speeds you hear the diesel a little and at higher speeds you just cannot tell. Equally quiet as the petrol version. It also feels faster when changing from one speed to another than the 535i due to the 415 ft lbs of torque available at low rpm. Touching the throttle it indeed leaps forward and together with the steering feel, the brakes and M-sport suspension just gives great control of and feel to the car and the road. The 6 cylinder cylinder turbo diesel in combination with the smooth shifting 8 speed gear box is a match made in heaven. BMW (engine) and ZF (gear box) did a great job. 1600rpm at 80 mph, effortless. And gear changes you absolutely do not feel and only hear a little from the engine. Then there is of course the 550i, very nice, more expensive yet, no doubt faster but a lot thirstier. In city driving i do 28.2 mpg (in US gallons, this would be 33.9 mpg in the UK). Also love the M-sport steering wheel, the size, the thickness, the feel of the leather, just an amazing combination. Here in the US they have now made the M-sport steering wheel standard on all 2015 models, rightly so. Overall a really awesome car. The BMW 535d in looks, feel and driving experience is ahead of its German E-class and A6 rivals at this point.

[@acrspeed]

How do you get 28 mpg in the 550? I only managed 18 when driving economically.

[@wb7765]

@@acrspeed My comments and mpg stated are for a 535d, not a 550i

[@hexafoe]

I will never drive anything else. BMW for life.

[@ChrisDorgan]

This format is growing on me, I may have to take back some of my remarks from previous videos! Something about watching Mr Harris review a car and it immediately makes me want to go outside and just cruise around haha!

[@crispyireland]

Chris Harris is THE man!

[@ChristianoDebarry]

He is. But I like best when he is driving sideways.

[@carbonm2]

I like the new style review and grading system. Short but sweet.

[@Wurzelzwerg1212]

So the american 535d is the european 530d?

[@fe1138lix]

Yes

[@Wurzelzwerg1212]

But what's the point?` Make it appear more up market than it really is?

[@fe1138lix]

Wurzelzwerg1212 Yes/Ja. Auch der Wagen den wir als 320d hier kennen wird in den USA als 328d verkauft

[@xbwang87]

Wurzelzwerg1212 the European 535D will cost a lot more money than the 530d. an european 535d in the US will cost a lot more than the 535i in the US. thus BMW way of thinking is that consumers will just get the 535i instead of the 535d in the us. so they bring the european 530d

[@esteban75lover23]

Wurzelzwerg1212 yes

[@MrLathor]

I think BMW make the best engines of any brand right now. They are just so damn efficient and competent.

[@KDUBIN90]

Love these reviews. Quick to the point with the pros and cons. Good job.

[@ah7072]

He said it with soo much passion

[@SKSdiscipline85]

2 weeks ago I got the German aquivalent (station wagon) for a couple of days. The torque of it is massiv. It feels like you have even much more power. At the same time it feels like you are driving a much smaller car. The steering is so damn agile, that this huge car really feels like a small sportscar. If you can afford it, I can highly recommend it... You don't "need" more...

[@xdragosx]

this video is for US market.. your driving what is badged in EU as 530d with the twin scroll turbo. EU 535d has the N57Z engine which is the 2-stage setup with sequential turbos, as it has always been on the 35d engines.

[@gregj4478]

+Dragos pirvu Do you know what engine is used in the US market 535d? Is it the regular N57?

[@xdragosx]

yes, its the n57 with either 245hp or 258 depending how old the car is. i guess the 306/313hp 535d couldn't pass the US emissions requirement ..

[@alexmolavi]

Hmmmm... I am getting mixed answers. I have a USA 535D 2016 built date of 09/15/2015 and real OEM says its a N57 313PS version.

[@PKmode]

Dear Chris/Drive, I would only like to point out that Audi does in fact make a diesel competitor. It is the C7A6 3.0 BiTurbo diesel or A6 3.0 BiTDi. It does not come to the US but it is in fact in the size category and certainly qualifies as a big, fast diesel. Keep the quality programming coming.

[@jamoy666]

indeed, it even has 309hp. Mercedes also have the E350 cdi? thats got 252hp which is on par with the 530d

[@swissgator6312]

Chris, couldn't agree with you more. Taking delivery of mine next week (European xDrive version) and just love the torque! Fantastic machine that is sure to put a smile on my face every time I hit the throttle.

[@mitsumpria9601]

How was / is the car?

[@noncey1]

you know what? I'm loving this bar chart thing. Short and concise. Keep it coming!

[@MattUK36]

I understand Drive aims to be an international car channel, therefore please give us the torque figures in Newton meters rather than pound-foot. Thank you.

[@CadillaccJ]

We'll this was the only Cross Continent review of a car they put out, They are mostly doing American spec cars for American consumers. That's why they are not doing the Metric system.

[@MattUK36]

Well they sdo it all the time, not only in these reviews, they should talk in newton meters and add the fuel consumption in liters/100kms as well, the european way

[@TheMysticalOrgan]

Matt, Drive is an English language channel. The entire English-speaking world uses ftlbs - including Britain (which is where I am). Newton metres are largely meaningless to me, as are kilometres, etc. The only metric unit I generally use is celsius/centigrade instead of fahrenheit - but I wish everyone would convert to Kelvin!

[@MattUK36]

Again, if they really aim to be an international channel they should include newton meters and liters/100kms

[@TheMysticalOrgan]

Matt, NOBODY in the English speaking world uses Nm or l/100km. We all use miles per gallon (it would help if the US used our eight-pint gallons instead of their seven-pint ones!), we all use foot pounds and we all use horsepower - in fact, who the hell uses Kilowatts? I seem to recall the Aussies do, but they're nuts anyway! =P

[@ThiloD23]

Audi has the A6 with a 313hp V6 Biturbo TDI, so they acutally have a big diesel in this class. I would love to see a review from Chris on the BMW M550d, with the 381hp inline-six diesel

[@ulef19]

Such a great pleasure to watch Chris Harris whether he tests a nice saloon or a hypercar. Great review in any case !

[@_conrad]

the best car reviewer reviews the best car brand in the world. Greetings from south germany, we love you chris :-)

[@navindralachhman7802]

Love my 535d!

[@bpatryk69]

Hey Chris why didn't you mention Audi A6 3.0 BITDI as an equivalent saloon? Is it because its not offered in the US?

[@jennyfromjapan]

i love that chris always has an insightful perspective and offers relevant comparisons. great job as always!

[@Bartolomeus002]

What is that music?

[@jimmyhoffa9]

Don't wanna brag, but we use the 530d wagon as our RPU patrol vehicles. We've had Beemers before, but the new F10/F11 with the 8 speed pulls like nothing I've ever been in before. And at 40 mpg real world, they're nearly twice as fuel efficient as the older T6 AWD V70's, yet are slightly faster when loaded down.

[@IslaSprollie]

Just too short for a Chris Harris video, want more.

[@RMAGEDN740]

like the ratings system!

[@BloodyRedSquadron]

"Avoid like the plague" - Nice touch that.

[@electrictroy2010]

Ward's just listed the 535d engine as 10 best of the year. He did not mention the "regen braking" in this car. It's similar to a hybrid because it can spin a motor & dump the juice in a battery (12 volt in this case). It also has engine stop at red lights, though it doesn't work if AC is turned on, so a rare occurrence. The gauge shows "charge" and "power" so you know when regenerative braking is happening............

[@macarows4014]

I could listen this guy for hours LOL

[@jameshoggtech]

Love this new format of video!

[@Jamboolio]

Still badmouthing Chris Bangle? I'm sorry but I don't get why all these "car-journalists" still do that? I don't think there's any better looking sedans (4-door) than the E60 5er (especially M5), E90 is great looking car as well... but hey that just my opinion...

[@oldschoolracinggames5729]

i agree, but bangle didn't create E60, as far as E90/92. exterior of E60 is a work of arcanielli and e90 - nagashima.

[@negrusz]

R u kiddin me? The most uglier 5er the E60 and the most untrustworthy. Btw the E90 not a bad looking car, especially the facelift modell but it`s not a Bangle art. Joji Nagashima designed the E90 not mentioning the E39 too which is one of the most beautiful BMW's ever created!

[@oldschoolracinggames5729]

negrusz that's just your opinion. at my look E60 is the most beautiful car ever built (not just 4-door).

[@dash456789]

Lol the E60 is universally known as the ugliest 5er ever produced, so your opinion is a rare one. As for best 5er ever made, that would be the E39.

[@sysakPL]

negrusz I prefer the F10's interior, but e60 is by far my favorite 5-series body shape.

[@sepuko]

Is Audi A6 3.0 BiTDI not in the same range with the same saloon size and 313 bhp ?

[@foxhounduk2k8]

FANTASTIC REVIEW. WOW! GREAT USE OF STATS AND THEN THE MUST HAVE RATING AT THE END. SUPERB, JUST SUPERB! KEEP IT UP!

[@SPMNDK89]

I hate how the US gets screwed for diesel models. Less hp but badged as a 535d?

[@ahpadt]

Maybe it's because of the quality of the fuel in US?

[@Hampus3313]

That´s your own country screwing you. Can´t blame BMW.

[@banddude121]

Most likely due to the US's emissions. I don't see why the US doesn't just adopt Europe's rules. Cars would be cheaper if they did that but nope. We are idiots.

[@LamboGallardo560]

It's because of the emissions regulations. In Europe CO2 is considered the evil pollutant so they regulate it like crazy which gives diesels the upper hand. In America and Canada nitrous oxides and sulfur oxides are considered the evil ones, they are far worse for you than CO2. Since diesels emit less CO2 and more NOx and SOx they require a lot more exhaust after treatments and they can't be tuned to make as much power here.

[@Tangelos]

Willing to share the name of the outro music?

[@Arpus]

What was the song used at the end?

[@mpowerrr]

In the netherlands the Audi A6 is also availeble with 313 hp diesel.

[@VirsManesDuxas]

where can i have the soundtrack?

[@LawrenceTimme]

chris, why you call it a sedan? its a saloon damn it!

[@Zjories92]

Really like these test drives. Good job on that

[@07007001]

HELLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Chris.. A6 BiTDI????

[@FilipeView]

When can we see a tesla model s review ?

[@mikeenwright333]

I would've thought that the Audi A6 3.0 BiTurbo is an alternative.... unless it isn't available in the US market.

[@asking_for_a_friend]

Absolutely agree! Audi 3.0 BiTurbo beats this BMW in every single discipline... 313 bhp + crazy torque combined with quattro

[@touareg91m]

no it isn't. this car have no rivals in his category.

[@bodrulm1]

PrimeRhymesUnited BMW always understate the performance figures. this will handle a hell of a lot better than the blancmange audi A6

[@ItspronouncedAaron]

Somehow I lucked into finding a low mileage 2014 535d Xdrive here in the USA at CarMax. I had it shipped and my wife loves it. She wasn’t sure about the diesel, but now she raves about it. Hers is white (yes she is a realtor lol) and it truly is the perfect car. Classy and sure footed for the wet roads in the Pacific Northwest. Her realtor partner was jealous and sold her Mercedes blutec and got a X5 diesel (white). 😅

[@Swissair32]

Did they improve the steering feel with the 2014 version? I drove a Pre-facelift F10 a few times and it had catastrophic steering feedback. You have no idea what the front wheels were doing.

[@louispp]

2:17 Audi A6 has 3.0 TDI BiTurbo which makes over 300hp in Europe don't they?

[@weslester5150]

Did I miss something? I did not see rubber burning things going sideways? How does it compare to the Mercedes E350?

[@msoydanjr]

I don't understand why do you keep making videos about 50 sec longer than it needs to be? Last couple of videos were the same. It ends about 4:10 but the video goes on until 5:00-5:10. Only one thing comes to my mind and I don't think /DRIVE would ever 'need' to do it...

[@powellytvr]

Owned a 2005 535D for 8 years and had it remapped in the first week by the guys at DMS after reading it was "Laugh Out Loud Fast" in EVO. The stats speak for themselves, it's a serious piece of kit when you want to play; and then with roof rack, bike rack and family of four it's the everyday family car. The best of all worlds with real punch from 80 upwards.. but alas it's no M3 or M5.. you want that you need much more money for running costs and fuel. Men does go sidewards more than CH's did!!!!!

[@DreamCarGarage1]

Not quite 'Chris Harris on Cars' which is a bit odd as the review 'is' actually Chris Harris on cars. Even so another good review (if a' little' soul less). I love big powerful BMW diesels so for me it would definitely win over the petrol equivalent. Though don't be 'downing' Chris Bangle. His designs were challenging yes, but the DNA of which can still be clearly seen running through the whole of the current BMW range.

[@connormason871]

Personally, I think some of Bangle's designs are still brilliant even today. The E60 most notably is a fine example. I think they were supposedly "challenging" to the rest of the world because of how perfect the E39 was before it. Not to say the E60 is necessarily a better design as beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but it was simply the evolution of BMW design and was definitely a step in the right direction. It was just a different type of 5 series and everyone was used to the simplicity of the previous design. If BMW debut the car today, it would've probably had a better reception than it did back in 2005. For me, it's one of my favorite looks out of the 5 series' history.

[@Maky313]

Bangle designed good cars. It's just the last series was iffy. Personally apart from the 7 series I thought all of them looked just fine. 5 Series in particular from his 'controversial' series in fact seems to have aged beautifully.

[@connormason871]

***** Specifically the 745i (especially the back end) was one of the more "challenging" designs imho. Totally agree on the E60 5 series though, doesn't look like its aged a day!

[@Misfiring89]

This isn't Chris Harris on Cars. This is Test Drive, hosted by Chris Harris and a couple other reviewers.

[@DreamCarGarage1]

er, thanks for clearing that up.

[@Cemus111]

Does Audi U.S. not offer the 3.0 TDi A6 4G with 313 hp? It's available here in Germany...

[@RocketRossUK]

Getting sick of all these bar charts, do more talking !!!

[@willlewis77]

I like them as a supplement

[@_CasualJan]

Similar to Will Lewis I don't mind them. What I would like, however, is a bit of an explanation as to why (in this case) the 535d got a "2" for Smile. It was important enough for TEST/DRIVE to colour it in red, but throughout the video I didn't get the impression that Chris wasn't smiling.

[@CaptainPanick]

I guess myself and 33,000 other viewers don't think the bar charts is a bad thing.

[@RocketRossUK]

CaptainPanick its not a bad thing to summarise at the end, but he didnt explain or talk about the car / stats enough. I think 8 mins is perfect time for a review.

[@unfound23]

Kevin Loo Yeah but I get that, I drove some 3 and 5-Series BMW´s every single one a diesel cause yeah a company will not get anything else because of the fuel consumption. And I have to say they are magnificent cars, if you put your foot down it goes like stink.... but you still wait for the drama! There is no such thing it just goes and you hear a little 6 cylinder roar between 3500 and 4500 RPM that´s it.... But no doubt about as a daily driver the best choice for me... On the other Hand a used M5 E39 costs around 15.000€ here in Austria this one new in Austria 75.000€, fully-Optioned? 98.000€?! XD So conclusion for me "If you want a 535d as a daily buy an M5 E39!" XD

[@TheStig.]

Chris Harris and these short length videos are really good.....please do some more

[@Maxximtl]

My only critique would be that the bar graphs show many, many criteria on which the cars are judged, but most of them are not discussed in the commentary. It would be nice if the reviewer was able to explain his decision to give a vehicle a high/low mark in each category. Honestly, 5 minutes isn't enough time to discuss a vehicle.

[@DedicationBlog]

Yeah those charts felt completely separate to the rest of the review and there were too many of them. Personally I think just the last one would do

[@desimunda116]

Has any car received a Must Have rating

[@Malteser3535]

Can anybody explain to me why the US doesn't get the 310 hp version? Or in other words: Why ist the german 530d sold as a 535d in the states? The 310hp 535d is such an awesome car. The perfect ride for our german autobahn. Handles better than the 550d, too.

[@Seb-de]

The 535d is the US is 295ps, so it is not correct to say that it is a rebranded 530d (only 258ps). My guess for the difference can be the lower cetane number in the US compare to Europeans standard and/or emission level that can be different. I bet on the cetane number.

[@Malteser3535]

Don't want to watch it again. Didn't he say something about 260 hp?

[@Seb-de]

Malteser3535 in the transcript it is written 285. I watched the video again and frankly I do not understand what number he is saying. I am no native speaker. I would be surprise if you guys get 260hp where we get 313hp

[@227FLY]

I need to know the song name please

[@przemysawwalerczyk888]

love this review, love this car! watched it tens of times and the music sounds real good to me. does anyone here know the author of the track?

[@freegs]

These new reviews are PERFECT drive, you have nailed it and continue to move head and shoulders above any other output of automotive journalism. Chris brilliant as always but 9 for economy (38mpg) and 4/5 for noise both questionable imo. Thanks!

[@Line-vw5io]

"Audi does not make the big fast diesels??" What is the SQ5 | A6 - A7 BiTurbo Tdi Chris :)) It would be nice to see a honestly review from you of the A6 BiTurbo Tdi. I drive one and I really like it, with some help from MTM.

[@weljo2001]

We got one (M-Sport) for the oldest boy last October..He loves it..

[@williamsgareth1999]

Thank you /Drive - that was excellent. Chris seems less constrained by the new format for these segments, too; although Matt may find his rhythm after a few more episodes. Keep up the good work.

[@dovydasvaladkevicius]

Very, very lovely review. Driven the 5gt 535d for quite a while on swooping roads, I was amazed how such a massive hatchback can drive like that. :)

[@dustbowl19311939]

Have you moved to the US, Chris?

[@funkysatty]

why is 1/4 of a 5min clip credits?

[@battlefrosch]

The US-Version 535d is the german 530d, so single turbo I6, whereas the 535d in Europe would be a biturbo. Audi is selling the A6 with a 3.0 BiTurbo with very similar power figures (313HP, 480lb-ft), might be something for a comparison, Chris? :)

[@deftcon1]

Isn't there the E Class Bluetec Diesel? and the A6 TDI? Aren't those pretty-much direct competitors? Just saying... entertaining review though, IF the ratings bit at the end is a bit long....

[@tarigrs]

when you said 38 mpg is it uk mpg 0r us mpg?

[@Al-vl3tp]

Please do a small review of the 2014 BMW X5 35d. I am thinking of buying one for the long term, thanks.

[@johan21678]

What's that, an american version of X5? Europe have 25d (218hp), 30d (258hp), 40d (313hp) and M50d (381hp). We haven´t had the 35d(286hp) since '09. Strange when they have different names in the USA. Like the BMW 320d (184hp) is called 328d in the USA.

[@bacurda]

can i point out that youre saying the rivals dont make big fast diesel but the new audi a6 has 3.0 tdi bi turbo engine which produces 313bhp? and it looks amazing better than the bmw in my opinion

[@Jesusmakesmelovelife]

I enjoy the simplicity of "Test/Drive". You tell us some details and what you like about it then how it stacks up against the competition. I am waiting to see a review of a car you hate. Do one of the Big Muscle wagon or Chris' dirty Audi. Some of us do want to see more of what the hosts drive themselves.

[@RH51MAC]

I also dont get why Chris Bangle gets a bad word every time hes mentioned - I think that the E60 is definitely one of the best looking sedan there is - and the M5 E60, lets be honest - what a car.

[@Seb-de]

Agreed. i am not a fan of the exterior of the new F10/F11. I prefer the E60/E61 (maybe because I own one...). But I have to say the interior is much better

[@RidingWithGerdas]

Isn't Audi A6 a competitor to the BMW 5series?

[@paulvroeg]

Why the large performance gap between American and European versions? Because of the low octane rating of American fuel? Or emissions?

[@jimmyhoffa9]

Emissions mainly. I know MB has problems with American fuel, and euro cars always seem to have a slightly higher output rating, so it could be average fuel quality which is a concern. To be fair, BMW has dozens of variants on the diesel 5 series across the world based on slight emission differences, where they're 1 or 2 hp down on another model in a different country.

[@5bagsofpopcorn]

I have heard, but dont nail me on this, that american diesel regulation is different and the injection system has differences.... but dont nail me on this

[@jimmyhoffa9]

Masterlostfreaky Diesel regulation is very different, Mercedes common rails having clogging issues due to the fuel quality. Same problem in Russia. Not sure if manufacturers use different injection system in the US, but it makes sense.

[@Seb-de]

I think it is related to the cetane number (equivalent of the octane number but for diesel). In the US, most states impose a minimum cetane number of 40 (see ASTM D975) where in Europe the minimum is 51. I use premium diesel which has cetane number of 60 (Aral in Germany). The higher the cetane number is the smoother and completer the combustion will be, therefore the less the engine pollute (it is a little short cut. there are others parameters). I hope I was clear

[@jonnyedge7094]

Keep up the great work /Drive, love it.

[@michobebemckawi]

I'm so impressed never thought I'd say that about a diesel.. I'm surprise how much I find myself wanting this car , it being an ordinary car..

[@Slm16Z]

I just bought this car on touring 535d what car unbelievable.

[@TeqHDcasper]

My stepdad has a 530xd, and he chipped it to "313" hp and "700nm" And let me tell you, Its alot more than that. Its super fast. 0-100 kmh in the 4's

[@freespace303]

Why are the damned outro soo long? As much as I like these nice little reviews, are you guys trying to make the videos appear to be longer than they actually are? I really hope that isn't true.

[@JuJu_Vega]

Why do you say Audi doesn't have an equivalent? How could a car match the 535d better than the Audi A6 3.0 TDI Biturbo!? Btw, a comparison would be so great... ;)

[@deeotee]

One of those everyday-dreamcars...

[@irlynelson]

What is the name of the soundtrack!?!?

[@TheTomo06]

Audi A6 3.0 BiTurbo TDI is not the german equivalnet of the 535?

[@abdelrrazak]

probably not available in the us

[@rob11s]

38 MPG? US or UK gallons?

[@ScottZ370]

uk defo

[@abdelrrazak]

US

[@ScottZ370]

uk

[@abdelrrazak]

Scott Miller its the epa rating dude

[@ScottZ370]

fair enough uk gets 46 then

[@SoFloLuca]

I have the Xdrive version and its almost perfect. ...good video too!

[@G1001.]

Always love your reviews Chris, can't wait to see your Audi A6 tdi bi-turbo review ;-)

[@SkyHighSmokers]

Does the Merc Benz E class bluetec not rival this car? He said there isn't a equivalent in this video. ijs

[@johan21678]

Not in USA, they only get the small E 250 Bluetec and Audi A6 with the 240hp diesel. So, no not really. Europe have a lot more engines

[@Dome79nico]

Why no drifting in the video???

[@urwetdreamz]

No equivalent from the other germans? What about the A6 Bi-Turbo Diesel then? 313hp from a 3l V6 BiTurbo Diesel...

[@roofkid85]

Hi Chris and /DRIVE, thank you for the nice review video. I've got one question: I was puzzled by your statement that there are no other german sedan cars with "big fast diesels". At least in Germany you can get those "equivalents": the a6 sedan with the 313hp/650nm diesel and the e-class sedan with a slightly lower-powered 252hp/620nm. Given that information: What would you recommend? Cheers from Germany and keep up the good work :)

[@legibby]

What could possibly cut American HP down by 45?? American emissions standards that harsh compared to Europe? This explains why the diesel hasn't taken off here!

[@iosifvissarionovicistalin7426]

american peasant don't have same kit like European Rulers

[@fe1138lix]

It's basically a 530d but they just named it 535d in America. Also there is a different way to measure horsepower: 258 PS = 255 hp

[@derbigpr500]

No, american emission standards are nowhere near as harsh as in Europe, that is ridiculous. It's just a different engine.

[@fe1138lix]

derbigpr500 Nope same engine. It's just different labeled. The 535d in the USA is the 530d we get here in Europe

[@phillycheesetake]

derbigpr500 " "No, american emission standards are nowhere near as harsh as in Europe" You are completely wrong, it's the opposite.

[@MrZetChannel]

Audi does A6 3.0TDI with 333 HP. With quattro and it looks, both sedan and avant, its a perfect car for me.

[@RoflOnMyWaffle.]

Hey guys, my dad recently got an F30 330d Xdrive and loves it, but how does say a 535 or 530d compare? He wants the sporty feel but still comfort and class, which is why he's bored of the Mercedes E class, as comfortable and luxurious as it is, just isn't as fun to drive. Cheers.

[@jb1563700]

And not a word about the blood red "2" rating in the "smile" category. Being a LITTLE bit more in depth won't hurt anyone. Neither will comparing it to previous generations.

[@bahasad]

love these test/drive videos - they are somewhat short and to the point. on the topic of the f10, I had a long term loaner F10 528I when my E90 went in for service. the car had excellent interior, electronic features, the 4 cylinder + 8AT combo was willing, good fuel economy, good space but it didn't really drive like a BMW should and the exterior of the stock one i had was bland imo. I think the 535d (with a JB tune) would be a highway monster.

[@AkashSansanwal]

Love the new review method just make the videos longer !! I want to see more !!

[@biggreensparkle]

I thought Audi mate A6 bi turbo 3.0? And an A4 3.0 tdi?

[@mufflejoy]

No powerslide? Oh, ok :-| Chris says Audi / Merc doesn't do something equivalent. Ehm isn't there a 3 litre twin turbo A6 TDI and E350 CDI - perhaps they don't compare according to /DRIVE - everyone is entitled to a view of things.