Which BMW X6 E71 to choose? Diesel or gasoline, which is better for a crossover? BMW x6 diesel or gasoline which is better.

Such a non-idle question of what to choose, BMW X1 gasoline or diesel, can become quite difficult for a potential buyer of this crossover without careful study of the relevant characteristics. After all, the car is quite expensive and is bought with the expectation of long-term operation. Besides, gasoline and diesel are different not only in their characteristics, but also in price.

Updated BMW The X1 is a car with character. It is built on the basis of a 3-series passenger car and has independent suspension... Front - MacPherson struts, rear - multi-link. Accordingly, on the road, during operation and driving, the car demonstrates some habits of "three rubles". The BMW X1 shows good stability at any speed: the steering wheel is perfectly obedient, and the suspension is well knocked down (it shakes on uneven surfaces, and on a high-quality surface - a car, as if glued to the road). The car enters corners well with minimal roll.

What to choose, BMW X1 petrol or diesel? It depends on the driving style of the future owner of the car, and on his road preferences. It should be noted right away that this SUV, contrary to its name, does not show very good results when testing off-road. Even with very seemingly harmless sandy fragments or, for example, on soggy sections of a dirt road, it shows poor passability, gets stuck and moves with some difficulty.

In general, what can I say: you shouldn't take risks and drive it off hard road surfaces (at least - go very far from the highway). After all, the elements of the BMW X1 are high-speed highways, city streams. And the speed: on this car I want to go faster and faster!

Comparison of engines

Two-liter gasoline with a 6-speed manual transmission or automatic transmission - accelerates to hundreds in less than 8 seconds. Maximum speed - 215 km / h. Eats less than 6 on the highway, up to 9 in the city. As you can see, there are quite decent and energetically sound data.

Diesel is even more economical. And let it accelerate to a hundred longer, and maximum speed is 190 km / h, in terms of diesel fuel consumption we have an excellent result: on the highway - less than 5, and in mixed mode - less than 6! By the way, this crossover in the diesel version it takes the second place in terms of economy for its class, so the purchase of a diesel, at least, becomes a very profitable option. Although you can't drive on a diesel engine like you do on a gasoline engine.

Winter stories

In endless conversations and expressing opinions, which is still better: whether gasoline or diesel, a weighty fact for fans of gasoline engines is its easier and more convenient operation in winter, especially at temperatures below -25 ° C. They say that a diesel engine, they say, does not start at all in cold weather, and in the cars themselves (if they did start, for example, in the garage) it can be very cold, because the diesel engine heats up more slowly to working temperature, and, accordingly, the stove heats the interior of the cabin much worse.

Contrary to these popular beliefs, the stove in the diesel version of the BMW X1 starts functioning quickly and heats up not at all quietly. When starting outside the garage at -24 ° C, according to the observations of an eyewitness who owns the car, it starts normally at start. And when the engine has not yet warmed up, the climate controller will not drive cold air currents throughout the cabin, creating drafts, but will wait until the stove warms up at least a little.

In addition, one of the significant advantages in cold weather is the heating of the seats and the steering wheel: literally in a minute you sit in a warm chair and hold on to the warm steering wheel, which is pleasant in the doggy cold outside the car.

Outcomes

So, in the question of what to choose, BMW X1 gasoline or diesel, many potential owners of a modern SUV still tend to opt for diesel, as it is more economical. And the problem that the car (diesel version) allegedly does not start well in cold weather is considered by some to be far-fetched. After all, a lot in this matter depends on the quality of the fuel being poured: pouring any diesel fuel of unknown origin, trying to save money - one result, pouring normal winter fuel with additives - is completely different. And the well-known manufacturing company itself has recently been recommending its customers to purchase diesel engines, because many European countries have mainly switched to such fuel (especially the bio version). Now it's probably Russia’s turn.

In endless arguments that better gasoline or diesel, the main argument against diesel cars usually sounds like this: “You will suffer with it in winter!” There is a widespread opinion among the people that, firstly, diesel cars do not start in winter, since domestic diesel fuel freezes even in a slight frost, and secondly, it is very cold in diesel cars in winter, since the diesel engine warms up slowly and weakly and therefore the stove in them barely heats up.

I will not go into theory, just share my personal observations. Since the garage was occupied by the younger brother Spark, the BMW X1 lived the winter without a roof over his head. This winter has not set cold records. The most severe test that befell the BMW X1 this winter - starting the engine after two days of inactivity at a temperature of minus 22-24 degrees. And the BMW X1 coped with this task easily - within a second after pressing the "Start" button, the engine was running smoothly and quietly, like in summer.

Before talking about how the interior of this car warms up, I will allow myself a small lyrical digression.

Frankly, I don’t understand why the problem of warming up the passenger compartment and the car engine has not sunk into oblivion until now. Why does the interior warm-up start only after the engine has warmed up? But immediately after starting, the engine generates energy, a small fraction of which would be enough to power a kilowatt fan heater, which, even in the most severe frost, would warm up the car interior in a couple of minutes. Electric heaters are compact, cheap and durable. So why not equip all cars with built-in electric heaters for the passenger compartment and engine while still at the factory? This would not only save time and fuel spent on warming up cars in winter, but would also have a positive effect on the environment. However, for some reason, such technologies are used very rarely today.

But back to the topic of comfort in the interior of the diesel BMW X1. Contrary to popular belief about poor heating of diesel engines, this particular car turned out to be the warmest of all my cars, although the previous four were gasoline ones. I will not argue with theorists and refute the opinion about the coldness of diesels in general, but I will say that the stove in a diesel BMW X1 starts working quickly and heats up very well.

But not only due to the stove, comfort is created in the car in winter time I want to say a few words about the heated steering wheel. I myself take my gloves out of the closet only when I'm going on a ski trip, the rest of the time I do without them. Therefore, I always considered the steering wheel heating a kind of "feminine" and completely unnecessary for me option. However, now my attitude towards this trifle has changed.

Imagine, here you sit in a completely cold car and start driving. The engine has not yet warmed up, but climate control, unlike a simple stove, does not drive around the cabin cold air, but waits for the stove to warm up at least a little, so there are no drafts in the cabin. Thanks to the powerful heated seats and steering wheel, after a few minutes you are sitting in a warm chair and holding the warm steering wheel in your hands. Warm air has not yet entered the passenger compartment, but the electric heat warms up the most sensitive areas, creating a complete feeling of warmth around you.

From the very beginning, choosing a car, I decided for myself that I would not put up with the cold, and mentally prepared myself for the fact that, if necessary, put a pre-heater. But the experience of the first winter operation showed that in the conditions of a not too harsh winter in central Russia, for such a car as BMW X1, there is no need for a pre-heater. And it pleases.

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Long test BMW X1 with diesel: results and cost of ownership - Test drive - Motor

After the change of generations, the BMW X1 has become better in almost everything: more spacious, prettier and noticeably more comfortable. But appeared new problem- price. The test car costs 3.7 million rubles, which noticeably narrows the circle of its potential owners. It seems the time has come to look at the competition and figure out the cost of ownership.

In the first two weeks of the test, very few complaints about the BMW X1 have accumulated. The main one is not in a beamwash way, the stupid adjustment of the brake pedal drive, because of which the car either does not slow down or nods. An unpleasant thing, especially on slippery roads, in combination with not the most tenacious Continental non-studs, designed for the European winter.

The second complaint was formed at the end of the test month - noise. It seems that the tires are soft and there are no spikes, but the hum from the tires dominates the general sound background, and the faster you go, the louder it becomes. The engine is also noisy, although, I repeat, you cannot call it vibro-loaded - the itch from a diesel engine is noticeable only for the first 10-15 minutes after a cold start.

The chassis, which at first seemed not too comfortable, by the end of the test fell in love with itself completely and irrevocably. The dense suspension works quietly, unlike the previous X1 and other models built on the current 3- and 1-series platform, and allows passing speed bumps, road patches and other road troubles. It is only necessary to avoid deep pits with sharp edges - the shock absorbers do not work as confidently in rebound as in compression.

Love and harmony reign in the tandem of a two-liter turbodiesel and an eight-speed automatic Aisin - so much so that sport mode I turned on the transmission only a couple of times - for a test. And one of them fell on several laps along the ice-filled track of ADM "Myachkovo".

Remember that with the platform change, the BMW X1 lost its proprietary xDrive all-wheel drive transmission with a rear-wheel-drive layout, in which the moment was fed to the front wheels through an electronically controlled clutch? Now the basic drive of the "X-first" is front, and rear wheels are also connected at the command of the electronics, with the help of Haldex couplings the freshest, fifth generation. Does this mean that the X1 has completely lost its rear-wheel drive character, causing a pleasant tickle in the most unexpected places? Actually, yes.

But this is logical - if earlier the rear axle received the lion's share of thrust, as the main driving axle, now the front axle rules the ball. However, the fifth Haldex is a design so steep that when correct setting allows you to make gambling almost any car. A year ago, the VW Golf R impressed us with its groovy character, and now the BMW X1 has proved that it can drive no less incendiary. You turn off the stabilization system, a slight nod of the steering wheel in the direction of the turn, throttle release - and as soon as the rear axle starts to slide, you pick up a skid with gas and slide yourself under the traction until the turn ends. Bliss!

Yes, power sliding, like on the previous X1, is a thing of the past - if you just drown the accelerator at the entrance to the turn, the crossover will go out with all four wheels. And it's a little ... let's just say, sad. On the other hand, even with completely disabled DSC "X-first" takes off very boldly, not wasting time looking for a hold for rear wheels... Yes, and at speed, the crossover became more stable, especially on an uneven surface, when under the wheels of a snow-ice mix of roads near Moscow with bald asphalt.

It will be easier for ordinary drivers to understand this character, well, while everyone else will have to remember rally techniques.

And that's probably all there is to know about fan-to-drive in the context of the new BMW X1. Because, first of all, it is a family crossover, not a sports car for conquering frozen lakes. And with something, but with the practicality of this machine, everything is in order.

The trunk is large - from 505 to 1550 liters - and is comfortable in shape. The back door - with an electric drive and a sensor in the bumper: waved his foot under the bumper, and the door opened. Or closed. Backrests rear seats fold in any proportions, and you can lower them with buttons in the trunk - how convenient it is, you will not understand until you try it yourself. The rear sofa here, by the way, has three separate armchairs (this is an option), which can move back and forth 15 centimeters independently of each other. However, in any position, there is enough back room for both adults and children, because the new layout made it possible to move the rear sofa a little further, carving out a few extra centimeters - this was exactly what the predecessor lacked.

By the end of the month, fuel consumption dropped a little more - to 8.1 liters. What other expenses await the owner of the X1 in the first year of operation? As usual, we calculate the costs for a driver over 22 years of age with more than three years of experience, who lives in Moscow and drives 20 thousand kilometers per year.

Expenses for the owner of the BMW X1 xDrive 20d in the first year of operation

Traditionally, the most impressive part of spending is CASCO insurance. However, even with a price tag of 3.7 million, insuring a BMW crossover will not cost more than the RR Evoque, which cost a million less a year ago. Spending on fuel and the first maintenance will not be too ruinous - only 18 thousand rubles for routine maintenance... But the price itself ... Maybe there is something cheaper in this class?

Competitors BMW X1

But what if you want exactly X1? Take it! Only with a more accurate configurator. Because a basic 20i or 18d with all-wheel drive and "automatic" will cost only a little over two million, and already in basic configuration they will have everything they need to live. And if now X1 can hardly claim the role first BMW in someone's life, then for the role of the first crossover bmw- quite. \ m

Specifications BMW X1

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BMW X1 Diesel delight on DRIVE2

Everything in life happens for the first time. For me, this car is not only the first car of the BMW brand - it is just a treasure trove of new products:

The first ever diesel engine, the first automatic transmission, first four-wheel drive, the first leather interior. This is the first time my car is dark on the outside and light on the inside, not the other way around. But what can I say, even such trifles as xenon, fog lights, climate control, parking sensors, rain and light sensors, starting the engine with a button came into my life only with this car.

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As time goes on, the logbook grows, it's time to put some sort of order in it.

Theory and practice of choice: Why BMW X1

Exploring the capabilities of the car: About the size. We measure the trunk.

First-hand impressions of the car: First impressions. Pros of the BMW X1Disadvantages of the BMW X1

Winter operation: Part one. Passability. Part two. Cold test, part three. Tested by severe frost.

Fuel topic: How to refuel diesel car gasoline about white smoke and a blacklist

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Diesel or Gasoline - logbook BMW X6 A2Performance_56 2012 on DRIVE2

Hello! Consider a comparison of two motors running on in different ways fuel on the example of the BMW X6 E71 in a restyled version and stock condition!

Petrol engine N55 306 HP and 400 Nm and Diesel N57 245 HP and 520 Nm.

Let's take a look at the pros and cons of owning a diesel car. Pros: 1) Tax rate transport tax up to 250 hp, is 75 rubles per horse = 18375 rubles per year. 2) Average fuel consumption in the region of 12 liters per 100 km, for a car weighing more than 2 tons this is an excellent indicator! 3) In city traffic, it is quite dynamic.

4) Liquid option on secondary market based on the first two points!

Cons: 1) The smell from the exhaust is present almost constantly outside, when opening windows, in closed rooms and over the years, a characteristic smell remains in the cabin. 2) At parking speeds, it is uncomfortable and twitching. 3) At gas stations, especially in winter, you have to use improvised means hygiene, in order to wash your soiled hands on a drenched pistol!

4) There is no sound of the engine that caresses the ear.

Now let's look at the pros of owning a petrol-powered car! Pros: 1) Flexible, high-revving engine with characteristic sound inline six. 2) At high speeds and revs, the power reserve is felt.

3) It shows itself perfectly in the winter.

Cons: 1) Tax rate of 150 rubles per hp = 45900 rubles per year! 2) Average consumption of 16 liters. for 100 km. 3) There is dullness during acceleration.

4) Cars in a similar configuration and price, bought new, in the secondary market are cheaper than their diesel counterparts!

I will not argue about reliability, any engines have troubles ... although there are rumors that the N57 is the most reliable engine BMW. I will not argue with you, but I once had no luck with it, and on a funny run it crumbled ... wrote about it HERE

In a simple and accessible language, I tried to highlight the main differences, since they often ask me which is better! I can answer this way, - each his own and you choose

My choice is the gasoline N55 ... -why? 1) My personal tax is 22950r 2) Fuel costs are not significant costs for me, because the mileage is not great!

4) There will always be a buyer for cars in decent condition)

Well, my favorite phrase is: where the turnovers are diesel engine end (that is, premature ejaculation), the gasoline engine is just beginning (everything that came before this is a prelude).

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BMW X6 E71 - Diesel or Gasoline? On Russian market the crossover comes with two engine options - diesel N57 and gasoline N55.

The diesel has a capacity of 245 horses and a torque of 520 Nm, Gas engine has a thrust of 306 hp. and a torque of 400 Nm. What is the best choice?

Diesel pros and cons

Its advantages include:

1. Average fuel consumption 12 l / 100 km - good indicator for a car weighing 2 tons.
2. Reduced tax rate (as for a car with a capacity of up to 250 hp) - 75 rubles for " horse power". Total 18,375 rubles per year.
3. Good driving dynamics in urban areas.
4. Engine reliability.
5. There is no sound of the motor running.
6. High demand for this car in the used car market.

Disadvantages of a car with a diesel engine:

• Constant smell of used diesel fuel near the car. It penetrates through the open windows, gradually impregnating the interior.
• At low speeds (when parking), the car behaves jerkily.
• At gas stations, you need to use napkins to wipe your hands that get dirty on the pistol.
• You can't hear the engine running (minus from the point of view of individual drivers).

Pros and cons of a gasoline engine

Advantages:

• high power, "resourcefulness";
• fast set of speed;
• good power reserve for high revs;
• improved, in comparison with diesel, work in the cold season.

Disadvantages:

• high tax rate - 150 rubles per hp, a total of 45,900 rubles per year;
• increased consumption fuel - 16 l / 100 km;
• characteristic "dullness" when picking up speed;
• loss of price upon resale - in the secondary market, the "gasoline" model costs significantly less than the "diesel" one.

One of these drawbacks - "dullness" during overclocking - can be easily eliminated by using the A2 Performance chip.

What to choose?

Deciding what to choose - diesel or gasoline BMW X6 E71, you can be guided by the above considerations. If you move around the city more, it is logical to opt for a diesel engine, since it has less fuel consumption. With frequent trips over long distances, it is advisable to make a choice in favor of gasoline, since a quick set of speed is indispensable when overtaking, and fuel consumption on the highway does not play such a big role as on city streets. In this case, the indicators of both versions will be comparable.

A diesel engine is considered more reliable than a gasoline engine, but it behaves worse in severe frosts. If you live in a cold part of the country, this also needs to be considered.

In general, these are models that stand each other well.