Modern chain drive are more reliable than belts, they self adjusts and require no maintence.. heck my eldest BMW a e36 just passed the 350k km mark.
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Originally Posted by spydermanx
The new 2.0T is chain drive, and is completely different engine from B7 2.0T (belt drive). The old 1.8T had issues with pcv system and oil leaks, and the 2.0T belt drive had quite a few problems as well, new chain drive would probably have some issues down the road as well. If you plan on keeping it long term, make sure you get extended warranty.
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