difference between xenon and standard???

[resh28]

could someone please tell me whats the difference xenon headlights and the standard lights i have a 2000 (b5) facelift model are these xenon ? the dont seem too bright though. is it a matter of changing the bulbs?

cheers

[IanHo]

You would know if you got Xenon's as the light output is far greater 3+x than Halogens. When you turn them on they come on in 2 stages, and will self level (most of the time). Also if you have Xenon's you will have the Headlamp washer system, although you could buy this as an option on the Halogens.

You can buy Xenon (HID) upgrade kits 300+ quid. This is so expensive because of the bulbs and the high voltage kit required to start the bulbs. The Audi factory fit ones are £750.

Don't know much about the B5 or if Xenon's were available as an option.

You will find loads of info on here about upgrading your standard bulbs. Current most popular are Osram or Philips which provide +50% light output over standard Halogens, these are filled with Xenon gas, but are not true Xenons.

[resh28]

yikes i think ill go for the halfords xenon type option i dont like the blue ones though the must do one that are white

thanks for your quick reply

[IanHo]

Good choice, blue ones are for Chav's!

Try www.powerbulbs.co.uk, you get a 10% TSN discount and free sidelights, they do the Philips BlueVision (they are white though not blue) and Osram SilverStars rated just slightly better than the Philips.

[UBM]

Sound advice Bulbmeister - don't forget the 10% discount at powerbulbs for tyresmokers.