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BMW 4 Series - petrol or diesel?

I want to buy a new BMW 4 Series. Taking into account I will do around 12,000 to 14,000 miles per year, would you recommend the petrol 428i or 420d diesel?

Asked on 12 February 2014 by Anup

Answered by Honest John
The 428i will be the more fun, more satisfying drive. But the 420d should do 55 - 60mpg, which is not to be sniffed at.

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