BMW to offer twin-turbo diesel in U.S.

[PanterroR]

Diesel engines have had a long history of success in Europe, where BMW has offered them for the past 24 years. Now the German auto maker is looking to bring that success to America, and to do it in style: the 3.0L six-cylinder twin turbo mill makes 286hp (213kW) and a massive 427lb-ft (578Nm) of torque in the Euro-spec 335d. BMW is also keen to emphasize that this is a very refined motor - it’s not the rattling, foul smelling powerplant of your neighbor’s Ford pickup.

Which models will have the diesel powerhouse as an option, and how the engine will affect the price remains unannounced. The 335d and 535d sedans, and the 635d coupe will be available for test drives of the engine, however, so those models at least should have the option according to Wards Auto.

Perhaps the biggest point of interest of the new diesel is its efficiency: combined cycle tests yield 35mpg (6.7L/100km) compared to the 335i’s six-cylinder petrol motor that scores a meager 20mpg (11.7L/100km) and only outputs 300hp (223kW) and 300lb-ft (406Nm) of torque. Unfortunately, there is no word yet on when the efficient and powerful oil-burners will appear in U.S. showrooms, but as the American dollar continues its dive and global oil prices continue to rise, it’s nice to know you don’t always have to give up performance to gain efficiency.


Source: Motor Authority » BMW to offer twin-turbo diesel in U.S.

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Someone is going to be happy...

 

[Giannis]

So BMW are going to import diesels! Good move! BTW, what happend with those Bluetechs MBs in the US?

 

[PanterroR]

BTW, what happend with those Bluetechs MBs in the US?

I think it's not yet approved by all states...

 

[georgec7080]

what sucks about this is that the 3.0 twin turbo diesel only comes in automatic

I think bringing the 330d would of been a better choice

whats a bimmer without manual???

 

[Matt530i]

I'd rather see the 330d in North America as well but it was probably viewed as being underpowered. I would rather have the better fuel economy than power that I can't use.

If they created a manual M5 for the US market, don't count out BMW adding a manual for the x35d cars if they start to sell well.

 

[Deleted member 25]

The torque is just too much for a manual gearbox guys.

 

[georgec7080]

thats why they should bring the 330d instead of 335d

BMW --330d = 228-hp, 369 pound-feet of torque

thats plenty of power for me....that will still haul ass and comes in manual so i jus think its just makes sense for this to come but what can ya do

as least their finally bringing diesels here