First off I would just like to say hello as this is my first post.
I am looking into buying an Audi A3 Sportback of some kind but would really appreciate advice on which model to buy. I have a budget of prob £13.5k (which no doubt end up being ignored), and will be buying in April. I know its a bit off but just trying to set things straight now so I know what to look for.
I currently have a Corolla T-Sport and like a bit of power behind a car and a bit of speed, however I am not completly adverse to losing a little power. So I was wondering if anyone would answer a few questions I have about each model.
1) Audi A3 Sportback 3.2 V6 Quattro S Line - I like the idea of having a V6 engine but noticed the power output is quite low. Is there any tweaks you can do in the future? What is the upkeep like, i.e. brakes, timing chain etc? I've heard some horror stories about the upkeep.
2) Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI (170ps) Quattro S Line - What is the diesel engine in this like, does it pull well?
3) Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI Quattro S Line - what is the difference between this engine and the one in the S3? Is it simply ECU remapping? Could this be done at a later time?
Finally, is the DSG gearbox worth it? I have heard bad things about several of the failing due to the computer in them and leaving expensive repair bills making me edge towards the stick-shift. I do like the idea of it.....but just wondered what the experts say here.
Finally which should I go for?
I know these are a lot of questions but would really appreciate any feedback. Thanks
I am looking into buying an Audi A3 Sportback of some kind but would really appreciate advice on which model to buy. I have a budget of prob £13.5k (which no doubt end up being ignored), and will be buying in April. I know its a bit off but just trying to set things straight now so I know what to look for.
I currently have a Corolla T-Sport and like a bit of power behind a car and a bit of speed, however I am not completly adverse to losing a little power. So I was wondering if anyone would answer a few questions I have about each model.
1) Audi A3 Sportback 3.2 V6 Quattro S Line - I like the idea of having a V6 engine but noticed the power output is quite low. Is there any tweaks you can do in the future? What is the upkeep like, i.e. brakes, timing chain etc? I've heard some horror stories about the upkeep.
2) Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI (170ps) Quattro S Line - What is the diesel engine in this like, does it pull well?
3) Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 FSI Quattro S Line - what is the difference between this engine and the one in the S3? Is it simply ECU remapping? Could this be done at a later time?
Finally, is the DSG gearbox worth it? I have heard bad things about several of the failing due to the computer in them and leaving expensive repair bills making me edge towards the stick-shift. I do like the idea of it.....but just wondered what the experts say here.
Finally which should I go for?
I know these are a lot of questions but would really appreciate any feedback. Thanks