US Diesel's big splash introduction
- Thread starter Monterra
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- Denver, CO
Towing I think.
And theoretically the gas mileage if you are primarily highway driving. But recent numbers seem to show it not getting any better than the gas version.
NelsonLewis
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- 16.5 CX-5 GT AWD w/Tech BRMica
With it*s weight and short wheelbase, I wouldn*t classify it as a great tow vehicle, even with the diesel, but it can, of course.
Originally the appeal for me was increased fuel efficiency.
the new EPA figures have pretty much ruined that for me but I'm still curious to see what it's driving dynamics are and what real world fuel economy looks like.
I imagine all that torque could be fun especially for those of us who commute quite a bit every day.
Will it be worth the Premium? That's up to each person to decide on their own.
the new EPA figures have pretty much ruined that for me but I'm still curious to see what it's driving dynamics are and what real world fuel economy looks like.
I imagine all that torque could be fun especially for those of us who commute quite a bit every day.
Will it be worth the Premium? That's up to each person to decide on their own.
Driving dynamics should be not that much different to the 2.5 with the exception of more kerb weight.
In fact, of all the reviews I have read, none have said that the dynamics of the diesel is better/worse than 2.5.
Torque for towing and until recent news (though we'll see what real world results are), highway commute mileage.
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0-60 is worse than the gas though isn't it?
Even if it was the same/worse...that's not why you get a diesel.
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True, just my own ignorance wondering about the torque feel.
You could just wait for it to be officially announced and some driving reviews before making a final decision (scratch)
I would disagree as I tow with one, I'm replacing it with a Tiguan of the same size (in the uk) and expect that to cope also.
All those I've read constantly say the car drives better with the diesel compared to the 2.5, obviously a 2.5T would change that opinion.
NelsonLewis
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- 16.5 CX-5 GT AWD w/Tech BRMica
Yes, cope, like I said, can tow, no doubt.
Great, nope, way better options out there.Buying a CX-5 just to tow. No, not happening, at least here in *Murica.
Couldn*t careless, I have something way better to tow with like most, and the diesel means nothing.
Performance wise yes, handling still pretty much identical
