10-06-2020, 07:51 PM | #1 |
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2017 540 vs 2018 530
Hey guys,
I'm trying to help my brother decide between a 2017 540 vs 2018 530. Can you guys please offer your opinions? Besides the engine what are the other differences, if any? How are the 4cyl engines? How about reliability between the two vehicles? Is iDrive the same? Thanks |
10-07-2020, 08:45 AM | #4 |
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I dont think there are many differences. Engines haven't changed on these two models between MY17 and MY18. I am guessing options and packages could've been reshuffled by BMW. At some point BMW was playing with be gauges and some cars have this Frankenstein version whereby physical plastic half-bezels sit in the cluster on top of LCD screens. I cant recall if this was an option driven thing or model\year.
iDrive is the same. I drove the 4 banger and it was adequate in terms of power delivery (personal preference though). It was significantly faster than F10 N20. Reliability? I would rate them the same. However, people here will tell you B58 is the greatest thing since sliced bread.
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