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#51 of 80 Re: Acura TSX vs. BMW 325i [shipo] by victord1 Oct 31, 2006 (6:54 am)
Replying to: shipo (Oct 31, 2006 4:47 am) Ummm, I don't understand the context. Well, you seem to have every reasons why those mileage shouldn't have been that low.   It seems that you've culled the worst of the worst to make your case, a tad disingenuous. Yes, no? May I,.....Ummm, I don't understand the context.   You asked for reports which show that the (3Series) city mileage is in the teens, so I showed it.....the way people reported them. There are only 25 posts on the "BMW 3SERIES:REAL WORLD MPG" board, and only a few people reported their city mileage specifically; those that I showed you and gerapau (18-20MPG) and tropes (20-22mpg). So, according to those posts, only tropes is able to get above 20MPG in city.   Again, I'm not out to disprove anybody. I just prefer to see a balance claim (read: overall) about the 3Series gas mileage. And until someone has the link to that unbiased mileage comparison test, we can't really know for sure. Replies to this message: pat (Oct 31, 2006 7:35 am) shipo (Oct 31, 2006 7:42 am) shipo (Oct 31, 2006 7:41 am)
#52 of 80 Re: Acura TSX vs. BMW 325i [victord1] by pat HOST Oct 31, 2006 (7:35 am)
Replying to: victord1 (Oct 31, 2006 6:54 am) Actually, this isn't the best place to get into detailed critiques of others' mileage.   Let's get back to the subject. Those who want to continue this conversation should meet up in the 3-Series MPG discussion.   Thanks.   (BTW, I'm just replying to the last message in the string - this is to all involved.) Replies to this message: shipo (Oct 31, 2006 7:42 am)
#53 of 80 Re: Acura TSX vs. BMW 325i [victord1] by shipo Oct 31, 2006 (7:41 am)
Replying to: victord1 (Oct 31, 2006 6:54 am) I'm thinking that the reason that the post numbers in the "Real-World Mileage Numbers" discussion are so low is that most of us 3-Series owners spent out time in the now defunct 3-Series discussions and didn't even know there was a discussion dedicated to fuel economy. That said, I've been contributing in the various 3-Series discussions since 1998 and have read pretty much all of the 50,000 plus posts since that time. While I don't think there is a good way to prove this, it is my bet that there are literally hundreds of mileage related posts in those discussions, and it is very much the rare post that claims economy less than 20.   Thinking about this from a different perspective, one of the long time contributors to the E46 3-Series discussions, a certain brave1heart routinely races his 2001 325i, going so far as to run in the One-Lap of America (and doing so well that he was the highest placed E46 325i, beating out many M3s and other superior hardware in the process) series last year. I'll send him a message to confirm this, however, IIRC, he once made a post suggesting that he was getting somewhere around 15 mpg while racing. Not too shabby.   I'll keep y'all posted.   Best Regards, Shipo
#54 of 80 Re: Acura TSX vs. BMW 325i [pat] by shipo Oct 31, 2006 (7:42 am)
Replying to: pat (Oct 31, 2006 7:35 am) Oops! I was writing my reply when you wrote your redirection. Sorry about that.   Best Regards, Shipo
#55 of 80 Re: This might be a dumb question, [bruceomega] by bodble2 Oct 31, 2006 (11:36 am)
Replying to: bruceomega (Oct 31, 2006 5:20 am) Thanks, Bruce! I guess that's a foolproof measure to ensure one cannot inadvertently walk off with the engine running. But it does beg the question, why did BMW bother with this system vs. a standard ignition key?! It seems there's only a negligible improvement in convenience in that you don't need to turn the key, but just push a button. Unless there is more to the system than what I'm aware of.
#58 of 80 Re: Acura TSX vs. BMW 325i [jeepdriver2] by obviouschild Feb 25, 2007 (6:27 pm)
Replying to: jeepdriver2 (Oct 21, 2006 4:01 am) Well, I have an interesting update to my story. Back in September my lease was coming up on my 2004 325i and I ultimately decided to get a 2006 TSX AT w/ Nav. I liked the car, it was definitely good looking, drove pretty well and had excellent features. I really enjoyed the nav with XM and the Bluetooth was the best. The thing was, I was definitely going to miss my 325. This was evident right away when I was at teh dealership and the sales associate I was working with asked if I was excited as he was handing me the new keys to which I replied, "Yeah, I guess so." I really liked the TSX, but I never "bonded" with it. That may sound really lame, but I love driving and I just couldn't connect with my TSX. It felt like I was driving someone else's car. On top of this, I just couldn't take curves quite as fast confidently and, although they've done a lot with front wheel drive, I really felt the torque steer. I also found myself saddened a bit every time I saw someone else in a 3-Series...not to mention my co-workers got tired of hearing me say how much I missed my Bimmer.   So Saturday I finally decided, after 5+ months of liking teh TSX, but missing the hell out of my 3, it was time to change back. I just picked up a 2007 328i and am unhealthily in love with my car again. I know this isn't what an Acura message group wants to hear, but I guess it's the point of these forums.   So basically, if you're looking for a lot of standard features and cool bells and whistles for your dollar along with a pretty good ride, the TSX cannot be beat...it really can't. BUT, if you are a serious driving enthusiast and would rather have the power, handling, and smoothest ride out there, the 328 is the way to go...without a doubt. Take it from a born-again Bimmer-fan. Replies to this message: pat (Feb 26, 2007 5:29 am) nj2pa2nc (Feb 26, 2007 8:38 am) obviouschild (Feb 26, 2007 11:48 am) nj2pa2nc (Feb 27, 2007 2:58 am) and 2 more... waw40 (Feb 26, 2007 10:58 pm)
#59 of 80 Re: Acura TSX vs. BMW 325i [obviouschild] by pat HOST Feb 26, 2007 (5:29 am)
Replying to: obviouschild (Feb 25, 2007 6:27 pm) Congrats!   And this isn't just an Acura discussion, it's a comparison including a Bimmer, so your comment is most appropriate and welcome!
#60 of 80 Re: Acura TSX vs. BMW 325i [obviouschild] by nj2pa2nc Feb 26, 2007 (8:38 am)
Replying to: obviouschild (Feb 25, 2007 6:27 pm) congratulations on getting the car you love. I probably love my tsx as much as you love your bimmer. I do alot of driving- nc to nj and back alot. For me my06 6 spd w/nav is just what I want. I am not out to win any races- had my share of cars with turbo's. I am glad for you as I am sure your co-workers are too. Happy motoring!!!!!!!!My only suggestion is manual transmission is the way to go Replies to this message: obviouschild (Feb 26, 2007 11:48 am) nj2pa2nc (Feb 27, 2007 2:58 am) obviouschild (Feb 27, 2007 7:48 am) and 1 more...

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