billy2shots Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 No dsg and only 3 doors, thats whats stopping me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 [ QUOTE ] About 6 months ago a dealer told me that DSG and Sportback may come 1 year after launch. [/ QUOTE ] ....At which time, if I am thinking of changing my GTI, I'll be looking at the Mitsi Evo-X - DSG-equivalent/AWD/2.0T/4-door/4 Recaros and very funky and not any A3/S3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxyboy Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 very nice, would love to sit the r32 next to it and see what i feel then, but, yes, a cracking looking motor, a trade-in soon maybe? dont know how i'll explain that one to the misses.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billy2shots Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 Mitsi Evo-X - DSG-equivalent/AWD/2.0T/4-door/4 Recaros and very funky and not any A3/S3. [/ QUOTE ] DSG-equivalent? An auto Evo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 Yes, but would I be hijacking this thread if I give more info? Here's a link for you: web page - Look under the "Powertrain" heading further down the page. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemod Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 Looks too much like the S-line apart from the different grill. I see the inside is like the MKIV golf with the heater controls behind the gear stick. That was one thing I liked when I moved to the MKV from the MKIV, when you are in fifth or third you don’t have to reach round the gear stick to adjust the heater. Mind you I have DSG so it definitely isn't a problem any more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billy2shots Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 Its funny, it seems most of us like the new S3, but looking on audi S3 forums current S3 owners dont. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLOCK Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Yes, but would I be hijacking this thread if I give more info? Here's a link for you: web page - Look under the "Powertrain" heading further down the page. [/ QUOTE ] interesting, i wonder how much like that it will look when they go to production? also i wonder where the idea for a black bit in the grille at the front came from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 ....Perhaps they have different expectations based on their current S3 experiences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoopy Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 From an S3 thread. http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=26417 & http://www.worldcarfans.com/news.cfm/country/gcf/newsID/2060801.007/audi/new-audi-s3-revealed main points: • New A3 range performance flagship expected to open for UK ordering in early September – first UK customer deliveries scheduled for January 2007 • Estimated UK OTR price approximately £27,000 • Specially developed 2.0 Turbo FSI engine features alloy head, new turbo charger with enlarged turbine and compressor rotor and modified intercooler. 265PS@6,000rpm, 350Nm from 2,500rpm to 5,000rpm • 0-62mph in 5.7 seconds, top speed limited to 155mph, combined mpg 25.7 • Six-speed manual gearbox with reduced shift travel, quattro four-wheel-drive • Sports suspension incorporating greater aluminium content and revised spring and damper settings, power steering settings modified for optimum feel and response • Exclusive 18-inch alloy wheels and S quattro body styling with trademark aluminium-look door mirror surrounds, enhanced sports interior http://www.car.kak.net/Article5429.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billy2shots Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 Its funny that we get an estimated price of £27,000 and Germany get a 35,000 euro price tag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mollox Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 [ QUOTE ] ....Perhaps they have different expectations based on their current S3 experiences. [/ QUOTE ] The fast hatch world has moved on so much since the last S3 was launched. It was leagues ahead of anything else at the time. Remember, back then, most hot hatches were around teh 150 -160bhp mark and that was considered a lot then. Along came the S3 with 210bhp, the ability to put it down everywhere and in any condition, 6 gears, build quality and an interior that was out of this world by the standards of the time. I love my S3 and still aren't bored of it after 5 years - which is incredible. Spec-wise, I got that performance along with goodies that are still resepectable today: 6 Speed Quattro Electric, heated leather Recaros DIS Cruise Parking Sensors ESP Climate 6 airbags etc Remember the S3 was launched in '99 when the Gti (that wasn't a Gti) had 150bhp. Loads of the car was bespoke: new turbo, twin intercoolers, flared arches etc etc etc It was a car that stood out and whilst some say it has dull handling its fantastically capable. With 265bhp under the bonnet its fecking quick (for a hatch) and hugely capable. It'll be a sad day when I sell it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigface Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 pity i just ordered the golf! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 Hopefully, the new S3 may deliver some further outstanding features equivalent to the last version. Your enthusiasm for your S3, Mollox, is the same as for those of us who love our GTI and it's always great that any car can inspire such enthusiasm. The proof of the pudding is in the eating - As they say - So roll on launch and feedback from real-world test drives. Meanwhile though, I'm not one of those tempted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhibbin Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 Very nice, not tempted since no 5 door and no DSG. Don't like 5 door A3 in any case. Anyone else think that steering wheel looks kinda odd? Similar to new TT but it just doesn't look a patch on GTi one IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted August 1, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 [ QUOTE ] also i wonder where the idea for a black bit in the grille at the front came from? [/ QUOTE ] To be fair BLOCK, Audi facelifted the A6 with the single framed grille long before the GTI came out, it was VW that stole it. Red- you'll need a mortgage to run an EVO mate, servicing every 5-6k!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 LeMan - I think I'll keep an open mind and wait and see if the new EVO addresses such issues when it's eventually released. The Japanese design team on this car are really trying very hard to create a great and more practical performance car. Cheers . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muppetboy Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 I really like that but specced up would be 30k? plus the fuel bills... not sure I can justify spending so much money! Very tempting though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted August 1, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Its funny, it seems most of us like the new S3, but looking on audi S3 forums current S3 owners dont. [/ QUOTE ] so true, and also the current A3 owners. Maybe they're just annoyed as it's not different enough to their S Lines (which is fair enough) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonoNZ Posted August 2, 2006 Report Share Posted August 2, 2006 I like it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzGTI Posted August 2, 2006 Report Share Posted August 2, 2006 Its not bad- I've been a fan of Audi for a while, though I'm not too keen on the 5 door a3. I think the single frame grille is looking better on most of the models- initially the new grilles just looked like they were stuck on- which they were, rather than being part of the design language right from the start. I think the A4 still suffers from the stuck on nose look. That said the S3 doesn't win me - only a 3 door and Audi's don't cope very well with our rougher roads. Still the GTI for me ..at least for the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRobin Posted August 3, 2006 Report Share Posted August 3, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Audi's don't cope very well with our rougher roads. Still the GTI for me ..at least for the moment. [/ QUOTE ] ....I rode in an Audi S4 yesterday for several hundred miles - Stupendous V8 quattro performance but absolutely shocking and very uncomfortably harsh ride on anything other than good road surfaces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tunner Posted August 4, 2006 Report Share Posted August 4, 2006 "Prices starting at just under £30,000" OUCH! A 5 door would be good, but it will never handle as good as a GTI. Extra weight of the 4WD will also compromise performance. The claim is 0-60 in 5.7 sec but I find this difficult to believe as the BHP will be 265 and 350Nm of torque. If this is true, it certainly would be a car to consider in 5 door form Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoopy Posted August 4, 2006 Report Share Posted August 4, 2006 Im sure i read £27K on the Audi website today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AidanR Posted August 4, 2006 Report Share Posted August 4, 2006 Yeah it is 26,995k on audi uk's website... and looking very nice too! http://www.audi.co.uk/audi/uk/en2/about_audi_ag/news/press.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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