It will still be good for some serious gains with an RB. There is a major scene for patrol down in middle eastern countries. They seem to love patrols for tuning purposes
What will be your next car and why? Your Audi Experience
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It will still be good for some serious gains with an RB. There is a major scene for patrol down in middle eastern countries. They seem to love patrols for tuning purposes
Dont think id be in a rush for another Audi anytime soon (S & RS models being an exception), as lovely as this A4 is its just not my kind of car. It Does what it does very well but like my previous cars I never find myself looking back at it after parking it and it never really makes me smile when im driving it.
Interior wise I dont think its great either, dont get me wrong its put together very well, materials are top notch and everything is where it should be. Just feels a bit cold and clynical to me. I was in my dads C class amg line the other day and even though material quality isn't great (upon closer inspection) it still feels like you're in something a little bit special.
Gonna look at downsizing next time round anyway as im only doing 8k a year and the mrs has a big car for the kids etc so until I can get my hands on the car I actually want (E90 M3, C63, 640d GC to name a few) I'll keep it simple. Probably a GTD/GTI a Jag XE or the new 3 series if I can get a good deal on one
Interior wise I dont think its great either, dont get me wrong its put together very well, materials are top notch and everything is where it should be. Just feels a bit cold and clynical to me. I was in my dads C class amg line the other day and even though material quality isn't great (upon closer inspection) it still feels like you're in something a little bit special.
Gonna look at downsizing next time round anyway as im only doing 8k a year and the mrs has a big car for the kids etc so until I can get my hands on the car I actually want (E90 M3, C63, 640d GC to name a few) I'll keep it simple. Probably a GTD/GTI a Jag XE or the new 3 series if I can get a good deal on one
I think I’ve said this before on an earlier thread on this subject. If so, apologies for repeating myself. I’m considering an SUV as my next vehicle. I’m not a real fan of them but I’m approaching the age where getting in and out of a low car is becoming problematic. SUVs are so popular that the choice is overwhelming so I’m doing my research now in preparation for changing in maybe 1 to 2 years time.
I don’t like the Audi Q3 and although I quite like the Q5 it has more than I want plus it is around £40K in the trim I’d choose, attracting the additional tax for the first few years. I quite like the VW Tiguan, but it’s a bit pricey when you consider that you can get something very similar in the Seat Ateca or Skoda Karoq for a lot less money. In fact the Karoq makes the most sense for my requirements and budget but then badge snobbery comes into play. After 3 Audis, would I be happy with a Skoda? Skoda owners swear by them, so I’ve no doubt I’d be getting something reliable and the fully specced Karoq is a nice motor. I’ll keep mulling it over as it’s some way into the future yet.
I don’t like the Audi Q3 and although I quite like the Q5 it has more than I want plus it is around £40K in the trim I’d choose, attracting the additional tax for the first few years. I quite like the VW Tiguan, but it’s a bit pricey when you consider that you can get something very similar in the Seat Ateca or Skoda Karoq for a lot less money. In fact the Karoq makes the most sense for my requirements and budget but then badge snobbery comes into play. After 3 Audis, would I be happy with a Skoda? Skoda owners swear by them, so I’ve no doubt I’d be getting something reliable and the fully specced Karoq is a nice motor. I’ll keep mulling it over as it’s some way into the future yet.
The new Q3 has just been unveiled and looks pretty good if you want to take a look and see if you like it better now?
Yeah - I’ve seen it. I like the reworked front end, but it still looks too jelly mould for me. Also, completely irrational I know, but somebody said a few years ago that white Q3s are very popular with housewives of Cheshire type women and I can’t get that association out of my head.
I don’t want diesel and that rules out some good contenders, such as the Hyundai Tucson. I like the looks and the size is just right, but reviews of the petrol engine say that it’s a bit unrefined. I have been spoilt by VAG turbo petrols and I find it difficult to want to trust anything else. I rode around in a RAV4 in the States and I quite liked that, although it wasn’t as good as an Audi inside. In the UK, you can only have petrol if you have 4WD and I neither want nor need that either. It’s a shame because reliability is high on my list of priorities and Toyota scores high in that regard. The research continues.
I don’t want diesel and that rules out some good contenders, such as the Hyundai Tucson. I like the looks and the size is just right, but reviews of the petrol engine say that it’s a bit unrefined. I have been spoilt by VAG turbo petrols and I find it difficult to want to trust anything else. I rode around in a RAV4 in the States and I quite liked that, although it wasn’t as good as an Audi inside. In the UK, you can only have petrol if you have 4WD and I neither want nor need that either. It’s a shame because reliability is high on my list of priorities and Toyota scores high in that regard. The research continues.
I'm really not sure where I'll go after this S4. This is the second S4 I've had in a row (previously a B8.5) and whilst in many respects both cars have been a perfect all rounder it doesn't look like the facelift will be that different to my current car to make a new one exciting.
Plus I really don't like the idea of paying the inflated road tax you now pay on £40k plus motors. My first car was a golf GTI, and I now have a mk7 Golf GTD on the drive as well and I love it, its so versatile. It can't match the S4 for power, refinement or anything else really but its still got 'something'. Thinking a GTI next, the kids are a bit bigger so we don't need a cavernous boot anymore except for holidays and there are ways around that. Decision is still a little way off yet.
Plus I really don't like the idea of paying the inflated road tax you now pay on £40k plus motors. My first car was a golf GTI, and I now have a mk7 Golf GTD on the drive as well and I love it, its so versatile. It can't match the S4 for power, refinement or anything else really but its still got 'something'. Thinking a GTI next, the kids are a bit bigger so we don't need a cavernous boot anymore except for holidays and there are ways around that. Decision is still a little way off yet.
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Have a touch of the back door panels of a Tiguan - it is all horrible hard scratchy plastics of low quality.....
Im more than happy with how the new Q3 has turned out,in all respects.If i have another Audi ,i would consider the SE model (standard suspension and 17 inch wheels) Also l prefer the flatter style seating for easier access in and out ( no lifting and scraping over a seat bolster.)
Wont be for a while yet but it probably wont be another A4.(no fault of the car ,just in a similar position to the above quote)
Still feel the Audi is unmatched by others in terms of quality and finish (despite a minor drivers door rattle that comes and goes which i will have looked at again during next service,the interior is silent everywhere else) A relative bought a new Jaguar recently and i was shocked by the rattling and creeking trim from ever where and the low quality finish and switch gear feel....you have been warned!!.
Wont be for a while yet but it probably wont be another A4.(no fault of the car ,just in a similar position to the above quote)
Still feel the Audi is unmatched by others in terms of quality and finish (despite a minor drivers door rattle that comes and goes which i will have looked at again during next service,the interior is silent everywhere else) A relative bought a new Jaguar recently and i was shocked by the rattling and creeking trim from ever where and the low quality finish and switch gear feel....you have been warned!!.
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Test drove a BMW M140i last week and wow, just thinking back to it makes me smile! Deals on them are pretty decent too so I think I’ll be pulling the trigger in the next few weeks
The A4 has been solid but it’s so boring to drive and the throttle response ruins the car. I’ll miss the lovely interior and quattro but I want something more engaging to drive and something that moves when I put my foot down on the accelerator
The A4 has been solid but it’s so boring to drive and the throttle response ruins the car. I’ll miss the lovely interior and quattro but I want something more engaging to drive and something that moves when I put my foot down on the accelerator
....we all have our preferences in what should come top of our "wants" in a car,but i know i would regret moving away from the interior and over all quality.Ive been in BMs and Mercs and it would grate on me every time i step inside either....
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The 140i does seem to be a performance bargain but how usable is it in other than dry conditions?
No issue with the acceleration in the S4 or grip in all weather conditions (or my previous S3) have you considered an S3 for that size of car? Down to personal preference obviously but for me a usable performance car in all conditions suits me, however never driven a 140i so it may not be that bad and have certainly read some amazing reviews on its bang for buck package....interior though would definitely put me off coming from 2 Audi’s!
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Stick a JB4 on a M140 and you have a seriously quick car. In the dry. In the wet..errrr....well you have a slow car. Personally dont like the looks or interior of the m140 but the engine and transmission are brilliant. Plus its quick...in the dry.
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Agree. The current Q3 is dire but the new one looks great inside and out.
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Yep, waiting in anticipation for the S/RS.
I wonder if prices will topple on the current RS model, still seem to be holding up well but could be a great performance bargain if they drop to under £25k for good examples.
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Very true, but I guess I just need to exercise restraint when the roads are greasy but at the same time surely it can't be that difficult to handle in the wet, they're fairly common and I doubt every single owner is some kind of expert driver whose level of expertise allows them to tame the car in the wet.
Never been a fan of the A3's interior plus I've had two Audis back to back so I think it's time for something different.
I think the new interior looks like that of a Golf. Not a fan of Audi's new set up, I think they're a step down from the A4 and A5
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Its not that the m140 is hard to handle in the wet you juat cant use anywhere near the full whack. I tried one whilst i had my golf r and there was no contest on a damp road. But lets be honest 95% of the time we are all just trundling round anyway.
Deals are decent as they're going to be replaced with a front wheel drive version https://www.bmwblog.com/tag/2019-bmw-1-series/
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I was planning on the new M3 when it arrives in 2020 but hearing noises about it being part hybrid and up to 15k more than the current gen would probably put me off! Don’t mind the hybrid part as it can get more power but no way am I paying 65-70k!
I must admit though, just seen the new A6 Avant and I love it. The interior is awesome. I thought my B9 S4 interior was sweet until I seen the A6! I guess it’ll just depend what’s out in 2020 as there’s a lot of new cars coming.
I must admit though, just seen the new A6 Avant and I love it. The interior is awesome. I thought my B9 S4 interior was sweet until I seen the A6! I guess it’ll just depend what’s out in 2020 as there’s a lot of new cars coming.
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I’ve driven Vauxhall Astras that don’t creak and rattle like our A3 does though... All sorts of noises in different places in our A3..
Sorry but i simply would not tolerate that.Our last A3 was silent,actually better than our current A4 albeit one rattle (prob a loose connector) isnt much to grumble about.
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I had a new 17 plate A3 Sport as a courtesy car and that rattled round the steering column and other places, previously had a A4 B8 one that rattled by the windscreen pillars. Bit disappointed to hear them...
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I love the look of an RS5 but they are ****** expensive! After a string of BMWs I thought an M3 would be my next car until I drove one and was left disappointed.
I think I’ll go for a BMW M2 Competition if I’m working from home again more in a few years time as with the S55 engine it should be a peach!
I think I’ll go for a BMW M2 Competition if I’m working from home again more in a few years time as with the S55 engine it should be a peach!
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Don’t get me wrong it’s a fantastic car however for the type of driving I do I would rarely see the benefit. Much of my driving is on A roads and motorways and with our busy roads it’s rare you get a clear stretch t enjoy it fully
It was difficult putting the power down so did not feel much quicker than my M235i until you get to licence losing speeds and with the stiff ride would not be any better longer journies.
For that 10% of time you are able to have a good back road blast the M3 would be great but foe the 90% of every day driving the S4 is a better proposition. When heading to and from the airport on work trips on cold, frosty mornings and nights I know which I would choose. If I lived in sunny Portugal with quiet, flat roads Or do track days I’d take the M3 but unfortunately neither is the case
I think after viewing this thread, all of us reside in the same boat... we know what we want but then we also dont know what we want when we factor in all the pros and cons...
Like I wanted an E46 M3 but I am in 2 minds about them because the colour I am after is extremely rare and the spec I would want it at... they stretch easily into the mid 15-20k mark which kind of tells me that my next car may just have to be something else because its just a tad too expensive and wont make me any money back till my hairs turn white...
Still thinking hard but im kind of stuck between the M3 or then just going for a range rover sport/velar.. Meh it will be a long year ahead haha
Like I wanted an E46 M3 but I am in 2 minds about them because the colour I am after is extremely rare and the spec I would want it at... they stretch easily into the mid 15-20k mark which kind of tells me that my next car may just have to be something else because its just a tad too expensive and wont make me any money back till my hairs turn white...
Still thinking hard but im kind of stuck between the M3 or then just going for a range rover sport/velar.. Meh it will be a long year ahead haha
Ever since seeing 2018 Audi Q5 I am intrigued. This review puts it pretty well https://www.autolist.com/audi-q5/2018-audi-q5-review#s=a "The engine and transmission, the overall vehicle size and the interior execution are the Q5’s biggest assets.." In my opinion coudl be one of the best luxury crossovers for its segment.
The trouble I have is with the q5 you might as well be sitting in the current a4 as, aside from the scratch pad, it takes its design cues from our cars.
If the new q3 is anything to go by then the 2019 a3 saloon may be be more interesting, or even hold out for the next generation a4...
If the new q3 is anything to go by then the 2019 a3 saloon may be be more interesting, or even hold out for the next generation a4...
Been eyeing a lotus Elise for a weekend/summer only car. Want something super light. Amazing what they can do with Toyota engines.
I have had my A4 B9 2.0 TFSI S Line Semi Automatic (Black Trim upgrade) for 12 months, over which time, and I have been extremely happy with the performance, economy (although only do a low mileage) intuitive controls and interior quality. It’s my first Audi and prior to purchase I test drove the Merc C Class, BMW 3 series Jaguar XE, and Mazda 6. However for a range of reasons (smooth acceleration, auto gearbox, steering feel, comfort and road holding) preferred the Audi A4 2 TFSI SLine. I know my observations may be contrary to what most “so called expert reviewers” might suggest when comparing the above models, but I believe a lot of their views are highly subjective.
In fact most reviewers recommended requesting the comfort suspension on a new A4, but with the standard sports suspension on my car (different to the B8) I find it very comfortable, smooth and stable, that is unless road surfaces are really really bad.
Anyway to answer the question of next car (which will probably be in about 2 years) I will go through the same testing process before purchase as before, with all comparable makes/models available at the time. The car of course has to appeal to the eye (love my understated A4 S Line style) but also include the majority of your spec requirement. Price at the end of the day is of course the final determining factor, and therefore any Brand / Model is possible if the overall package is right.
As an aside my son has just bought a beautiful resale Porsche Carrera 4S (as a 2nd car) and on suggesting I could never afford to buy or run a Porsche he lovingly replied......”Dad never forget the “hand me ups”......meaning I might become the future owner if he gets bored with it!!.....You see you never know what you might end up with.
The issue I have with testers and the suspension setup is they will either be basing their opinions on previous and other models, plus they'll be driving european versions, not uk ones. Thus their recommendations for fitting the comfort suspension will be be based upon inaccuracies.
Totally agree with your thoughts cuke2u on testers reviews and recommendations. That is why owner/enthusiast forums like audi-sport.net can offer fellow members a more balanced and realistic feedback based on their own numerous driving experiences. Whilst testers feedback is often interesting and sometimes useful, there is no substitute for driving the cars yourself. How many times have I looked forward to watching a film highly rated by the film critics, only to be extremely disappointed. On the other hand I have often enjoyed films that were either slammed or lowly rated by those same critics. However unfortunately car purchasers will often be unduly influenced more by testers subjective views rather than trusting their own judgement through actually driving the car prior to purchase.
Quite, aside from I never take other peoples opinions as gospel who ever they are and always try things for myself....
