Hi, I just test drove the IS250(SE-L with MM) and 220d(SE) today, the dealer was more excited about me comparing the two then i was! Was given the 250 to take away for a few hours!! I lovvveed it, takes my current IS to next level. I have to say I did not find such a difference with accelerating compared to the 200, but may be that’s just me!! But otherwise was amazing. so many gadgets, the MM system is just soo good, its great... so many functions! I personally can’t imagine the car with out it, it’s just so practical and contributes to the car so well.
The 220d did not have the MM, The drive on 220d was very good, having not driven a manual for a while, I was loving it!! have to agree with most of the other posts, its not noisy....well u can hear it 1st gear, and if your standing outside if the engine is running. The 220 accelerates well. I recently drove a 5G golf TDi, and that was noisy and crackly!! IS good in comparison.
I want a IS250SE-L with MM (have to have the xenons, mem seats ect).
The dealer had left a Michael Jackson DVD in the car, my m8 tried it out and the quality was really good.
I cant wait to get one! :D :D