Should I change my BMW 520d?

There is only 33,250km on the clock; am I mad to be thinking of changing the car? I have been driving BMW 520ds for years and I am not very happy going back to petrol. I love the diesel as I have my own tank in the yard and never have to worry about getting fuel when I go on holidays down to Cork or Kerry.

Michael Smyth (TINLOUGH Carrig Birr Offaly )

May 2025 Filed under: petrol vs. diesel

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Expert answer

Hi Michael,

If the car suits you now then there's no reason to change it. Sounds like it's barely broken in. Saying that, low mileage at low speeds does not suit diesel engines and their exhaust systems so make sure you take it for a good spin at higher engine speeds regularly to keep it in good condition.

The latest petrol engines are quite efficient, though, so you should go test one out to see what you think of it.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor