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Originally Posted by ovekvam
I think the modern petrol turbo engines in the F20/F21 range feel a lot like turbo diesel engines in this respect. They are tuned for economy, and have a lot of boost at low RPM. It makes them faster than you would expect by looking at the peak power figures.
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Originally Posted by Anodite10
Yeah, looking at the peak power for petrol turbos, they are indeed at low rpms. They are also very close to the fuel efficiency of the diesels. This was definitely not so a few years ago. Modern turbopetrols brings together everything that you would want together in a fun package.
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Yes, I test drove an 116i before buying my car last year and it did feel a lot like a diesel to drive, which is something I like! The main reason I got a diesel is the mileage and price of diesel compared to fuel (over here its about 1.4eur/l for diesel and 1.55eur/l for fuel95). I can easily do 900Kms with one full tank and if I try hard, make it to 1100.
Ovekvam, what do you reckon is the mileage on your 116i in normal driving?