New Car Choices

**MRT11** · 10-07-2013, 11:35 AM

Originally Posted by team_v

Just so you know there is no difference in the 132 and 155 tiguan other than the engine tune (can be recitifed by an ecu remap) and the 155 comes with DSG standard.

In the end it really comes down to what you want out of the car so we can give you a valid answer since your options seem to cover everything.

Thanks mate, I am just stuck with what I really want. There are so many lovely options I have there. I am going to go and drive a few more today and hopefully get into my head what I really want.

Cheers

**stickshift3000** · 10-07-2013, 12:14 PM

Wait until the merc CLA250's released here - if you can get one.

**Captain Courteous** · 10-07-2013, 01:49 PM

Your list is somewhat similar to mine lol

My thoughts:

Golf: I currently have a mk6 GTI and 90TSI. I'm thinking about trading the 90 for a mk7 GTI later this year but only if they offer it here in a manual and 3 door. However from what I've been seeing so far in the discussion threads the latter isn't going to happen so that brought me to the:

A3 (8V MQB): Yes it's not a 3 door nor as powerful but I really love the design both inside and out. I test drove one at the launch day - The only thing I really didn't like was the steering - It felt a little 'light' but some might like it that way. The fit and finish is typical Audi - excellent. If you have a chance to check out the navigation system it's pretty cool with the touch pad letter recognition thing (fast forward to 1:55):

Q3: The only reason this got onto my radar was the panaramic glass roof, I saw it on a demo at a dealership and thought it was balls. Since they're availalbe in a manual w/ quattro standard I thought it'd be worth a look - After driving both this and a mate's Tiguan (tuned) to compare I'd probably go for the Tiggy. I just think for what it offers it's good value for money especially if you plan a tune. There was nothing wrong with the Q3 for me - It is nice but for the options I was after it came in around 60k.

QV: I recently went with a mate to Alfa to check one out - I actually thought the interior was quite good. Maybe the 'cheap' parts you felt were from Chrysler lol.

At the moment I'm looking at either a used Scirocco R or maybe wait for the A3 sedan... Decisions, decisions. Good luck!

**MRT11** · 10-07-2013, 02:14 PM

Originally Posted by stickshift3000

Wait until the merc CLA250's released here - if you can get one.

I would like that option, but the rear practicality for me is an issue. Thanks anyway mate

Originally Posted by Captain Courteous

Your list is somewhat similar to mine lol

My thoughts:

Golf: I currently have a mk6 GTI and 90TSI. I'm thinking about trading the 90 for a mk7 GTI later this year but only if they offer it here in a manual and 3 door. However from what I've been seeing so far in the discussion threads the latter isn't going to happen so that brought me to the:

A3 (8V MQB): Yes it's not a 3 door nor as powerful but I really love the design both inside and out. I test drove one at the launch day - The only thing I really didn't like was the steering - It felt a little 'light' but some might like it that way. The fit and finish is typical Audi - excellent. If you have a chance to check out the navigation system it's pretty cool with the touch pad letter recognition thing (fast forward to 1:55):

Q3: The only reason this got onto my radar was the panaramic glass roof, I saw it on a demo at a dealership and thought it was balls. Since they're availalbe in a manual w/ quattro standard I thought it'd be worth a look - After driving both this and a mate's Tiguan (tuned) to compare I'd probably go for the Tiggy. I just think for what it offers it's good value for money especially if you plan a tune. There was nothing wrong with the Q3 for me - It is nice but for the options I was after it came in around 60k.

QV: I recently went with a mate to Alfa to check one out - I actually thought the interior was quite good. Maybe the 'cheap' parts you felt were from Chrysler lol.

At the moment I'm looking at either a used Scirocco R or maybe wait for the A3 sedan... Decisions, decisions. Good luck!

Tis a similar list haha!

I love the 8V myself. Driven 3 variants of it now, the 2.0TDI, 1.8TFSI and 1.4TFSI and loved the way the car drove. In regards to the steering, the Audi Drive Select on the Ambition Trim models fixed that issue for me and provided good weighting. I already have quite light steering in the A3 now and am use to it so no big issue. And I love the MMI control interface as well.

The Q3 is a car I love for some reason, its just a great all rounder and handles so well. The ride quality on the smaller wheels I have found better than the Tiguan too. I'd go for 2.0T 155TSI spec then just look at a reflash but yes, the Tiguan is a lot less. Decisions decisions

I just aren't a fan of the interior on the Giulitta, lovely drivers car though. Im just use to all great quality VW Group interiors haha.

I'd look at a Scirocco if I didnt need the extra doors but sadly, I do. And if I were you I'd wait for the A3 Sedan and get it in 1.8TFSI spec, would be a beautiful drive!

Thanks so much man

**Ideo** · 10-07-2013, 02:31 PM

My business partner just picked up a Q3 TFSI. Dark blue, panoramic roof, cream leather. Really nice car.

**Finance_Analyst** · 10-07-2013, 07:04 PM

I'd think the VW offers more for your dollar against the Audi - buying a badge after all. If you really want a prestige badge, a Benz trumps Audi always in terms of kudos. Like comparing Rolex and Omega

**THE_EGG** · 10-07-2013, 11:30 PM

It might seem odd but have you considered the MINI Clubman, Countryman or paceman? I can say that the Clubman drives very well but I thought the interior was a bit cheap ( I drove a 2007 Clubman S). The others have positive feedback on reviews about their driving experience. The PSA/MINI 1.6 turbo petrol engine is a cracker though.