Thread: X5 25D reviews?
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      05-30-2014, 12:43 AM   #49
atlantiQue
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Drives: x5 x25d
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There is as much negativity about RFs as about the 25d engine yet we all decided 25d will do for us. It is all about individual preference. I did 30d in Bornem, non-RF, and apparently with too high expectations as I felt slightly disappointed with engine performance. With non-RF the drive was (too) soft, felt like the car was floating (I am not sure about the suspention the car had but it was very standard, entry-level model, just wheels and engine). Couple of weeks later, I did 25d with RF and apparently must have qualified my expectations by then as I liked the engine and felt much more connected to the road. I am sure anyone else in the same situation may have opposite impressions, that is normal. Also, the car will probably perform much worse when packed with baggages, box on the roof and four people on board. Having said this, I wish you good choices, guys, and a lot of enjoyment driving your x5s.
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