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Originally Posted by EnI  True.
Since eg. current auto tranny is not compatible with StartStop, but new ZF 8-speed coming in the Fall is. But all models with auto tranny still has other ED features like special aerodynamic solutions, brake energy regeneration, power saving systems, weight saving measures taken etc.
Of course there are some exceptions - like E65/66 7er since it is in the last months of its lifecycle.
My intention was to point out different approaches BMW, MB, VW, Audi are taking regarding "eco" models. While BMW are introducing EfficientDynamics solutions in almost every model across the line where currently possible, others are offering special models.  |
I agree. making special (and of course more expensive) eco-models makes few sense. BMW solution of implementing eco-systems in every car is much better and gives them an obvious advantage over MB and BMW.
It makes the cars more attractive compared to the competition, and helps reducing the line-up CO2 emission.
MB and Audi were surprised, and did not react fast enough. They will do like BMW, but right now they only have these "quickly-developped" eco models.