Well, drove a 55 plate 3.0d exclusive yesterday and an 05 plate 3.0i today.

Have to say they're both lovely cars to drive. The petrol is silky smooth and the diesel has loads of lovely torque!

Personally I think the diesel suits the car better as it feels more beefy, however the petrol had 10k less miles and was a whopping 2k cheaper!

Only thing I didn't like about the diesel was the daft 20" wheels as they ruined the ride IMO.

Fuel consumption was 19.6 ave on the petrol and 25.4 ave on the diesel so not much in it .

Personally I'd have the diesel but the plan is to find the best, lowest mileage car we can afford and not worry if its petrol or diesel!

Thanks for the replys so far people and if you think of any more pros/cons keep them coming!