BMW will launch its 3 series diesel in November as a 2009 model. Production starts in September so expect them to be pretty scarce until at least early 2009. The X5 35d will also be launching in November, but a little later than the 335d.

Both the 335d and X5 35d will be powered by the same 3.0L twin turbo inline-six. The engine makes 265hp and 425ft-lb of torque at a low 1750 rpms. Bmw claims a 0-62mph time of only 6.2seconds!
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