3.0 V 40D Msport

[Bob1098R]

Is there any difference apart from engine output ?,

I got some figures today on the 3.0M Sport, delivery would be early 2015

I'm wondering if its worth the extra for the 40, the 0-62 and top speed are very close ,

Cheers.

[X5Sport]

It's all about torque.  40d is (on my version) smoother with the extra torque.

Richard

[kenniff]

The difference in price isnt huge, so it kinda depends on budget and how important acceleration is to you vs some other extras you might spend the cash on.

I got the 30d because at the time of ordering I would have had to wait a further 2 to 3 months to get the 40d (they weren't released in the first batch) and it would have been difficult, but not impossible to delay replacing my existing car. I made the decision by driving a 30d and finding it quicker than my 4 year old 35d. I decided that that was fast enough for me, especially as I'm usually ferrying passengers who complain at the slightest hint of G force

If i was you though, I'd decide not only by reference to what you are currently driving but by driving both the 30d and the 40d - an option I didnt have at the time. I'm guessing you'll go for the 40