C350Carl
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Why are Mercedes holding back on developing/introducing a potent diesel engine like the 35D Series BMW's and 3.0 Bi-TDi Audi engines? Even VW are getting in on the act now with a 2.0L 4 Cyl 268bhp Engine that will return 60mpg! Yet give a sub 6 second 0-62mph.
It's not as if this is new technology either as both the BMW & Audi Bi-Turbo Diesel engines have been out a while now. Granted the VW Engine is new. But it will certainly be a game changer for some. Especially with the 10 Speed DSG Gearbox!
Just curious if anyone know's of any particular reason behind it? It seems to me they are starting to get left behind in terms of engine development. I like powerful diesels and if Mercedes introduced a diesel (C or E Class) with north of 300bhp i would be signing up for one tomorrow!
It's not as if this is new technology either as both the BMW & Audi Bi-Turbo Diesel engines have been out a while now. Granted the VW Engine is new. But it will certainly be a game changer for some. Especially with the 10 Speed DSG Gearbox!
Just curious if anyone know's of any particular reason behind it? It seems to me they are starting to get left behind in terms of engine development. I like powerful diesels and if Mercedes introduced a diesel (C or E Class) with north of 300bhp i would be signing up for one tomorrow!
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