So those unfortunate enough to follow my posts will know I am potentially looking at getting a A/S3 Hatch next, as I don't get to drive my S5 much at all anymore, and looking for something more practical to run around in (particularly something easier to park around my home!).
Started with the 1.4TFSI, but felt like too much of a step back, test drove and S3 and enjoyed it, but couldn't get the figures to the right amount to make switching from my S5 make sense (monthlies were all a good few quid more). In my infinite wisdom I have now thought about the 2.0TFSI quattro black edition. Had the older 2.0TFSI in my previous A5 and liked it as an engine. The one in the A3 seems more powerful, more economical and paired with quattro in the smaller A3 package it should be a good option. Perhaps a good half way between the 1.4 and S3?
Only thing is, when I compare it to the S3 I do wonder why you would go for the 2.0TFSI quattro over an S3. I am getting some figures from my dealer tomorrow, but considering the lower cost, and higher discount available compared to the S3, it should be a fair bit cheaper. Whats peoples thought on it vs the S3?
Also related, what is the physical difference in the engines between the two? Do they both share the same 2.0TFSI engine? Does the S3 have a bigger turbo? Info is pretty hard to come by given its a new engine!
Cheers! When I get my quotes I'll update this thread and provide a comparison and you can help me spend my money...I guess there will be no prizes for what most people vote for
Started with the 1.4TFSI, but felt like too much of a step back, test drove and S3 and enjoyed it, but couldn't get the figures to the right amount to make switching from my S5 make sense (monthlies were all a good few quid more). In my infinite wisdom I have now thought about the 2.0TFSI quattro black edition. Had the older 2.0TFSI in my previous A5 and liked it as an engine. The one in the A3 seems more powerful, more economical and paired with quattro in the smaller A3 package it should be a good option. Perhaps a good half way between the 1.4 and S3?
Only thing is, when I compare it to the S3 I do wonder why you would go for the 2.0TFSI quattro over an S3. I am getting some figures from my dealer tomorrow, but considering the lower cost, and higher discount available compared to the S3, it should be a fair bit cheaper. Whats peoples thought on it vs the S3?
Also related, what is the physical difference in the engines between the two? Do they both share the same 2.0TFSI engine? Does the S3 have a bigger turbo? Info is pretty hard to come by given its a new engine!
Cheers! When I get my quotes I'll update this thread and provide a comparison and you can help me spend my money...I guess there will be no prizes for what most people vote for