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Originally Posted by hotlap
I’ve driven Mercedes, Audi and BMW diesels with stop/start as company cars in Germany for years. It doesn’t bother me there but I wouldn’t want it for my own car. Starting the engine is when most wear happens so how does this affect it? 
FYI- I’ve noticed that slightly backing off the brakes just before it comes to a stop tricks it into continuing to run. The fuel economy is excellent too. |
The wear to the engine should be minimal considering it is warmed up and the oil hasn't drained back into the sump. Now the starter.....