09-21-2021, 10:26 AM | #23 | |
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Hi Dave I guess you are saying the economy is better but the power delivery is worse, is that correct? |
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09-21-2021, 01:04 PM | #24 | |
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However.... The mild hybrid is constantly switching the engine on and off at low speeds and in stop/go traffic, which is still perceptable (though much better than before). With lots of little micro-pauses as the electrical fill kicks in before the engine restarts, and gearbox re-engages. The brakes also balance regen braking with real braking, as the gearbox is simultaneously engaging/disengaging making braking very inconsistent sometimes. Sometimes fine. Other times snatchy feeling, like a clumsy learner driver too heavy on the brakes. These effects seem less pronounced in "adaptive" mode. You actually get the gearbox dropping down and regenerating as you approach junctions/roundabouts - traditional engine braking. In "comfort" if you are on a slight decline and lift off the throttle as you approach a junction or roundabout, the gearbox disengages and you can actually speed up! I understand why some might use the "sport" modes to retain standard, engine-on retardation and braking, without the (admittedly slight) stop/start pause. I get the feeling that "comfort" mode is default primarily to get the great headline economy/emission ratings. I'm hoping that better programming will improve this technology. On the flip side, getting 48 mpg for city driving in a heavy, 3 litre straight six with 340 hp and 700 nm is witchcraft. D.
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09-25-2021, 01:57 PM | #25 |
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Thanks for taking the time to respond to this post. I’ve ordered the m440i :-)))) I drove both and couldn’t really make a bad decision. Worked out it’s going to cost me an extra tank of fuel a month and with the amazing deal I got on the car - It should be affordable :-) |
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09-25-2021, 02:02 PM | #26 | |
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Best engine I've ever owned by miles.
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