AUDI A4 or BMW 320I Edit: Bought A4 2.0 TDi - Page 2 - Team-BHP

kbk_75 · 24th January 2008, 10:40

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Originally Posted by Ricky_63

...& honestly I do not think I need so much power...

Are you kidding?! Of course you need the power! You can't have too much power unless you're talking of over 350-400 bhp!

abhishek_rait · 24th January 2008, 10:58

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Originally Posted by moralfibre

I would choose the Audi A4 over the BMW 320d. Not that I have driven either or even sat in any but IMO the Audi has more appeal than the BMW for sure.

i have the same car in germany with me . Will vouch for it .

jesal · 24th January 2008, 11:07

so lets say u want a 08 model do u have to wait 3 months for the import or are they made here, dont think they are but just asking

Bomi · 24th January 2008, 12:59

The Skoda RS has a 1.8T Audi engine which in India is detuned to put out 150BHP (outside India 180BHP). If the Audi A4 has that engine, its an utter dream to drive - good low down torque - you can stick it in 5th gear and trundle along at 1200/1300 RPM in traffic or boot it and it will pin you back in your seat at 2000 rpm when the turbo kicks in.

reignofchaos · 24th January 2008, 15:34

The few Audi A4 sedans I've seen so far were all the 2.0 TDi which I assume is the same block as the Passat.

Ricky_63 · 24th January 2008, 16:44

UPDATE

Bombay offering the A4 Diesel With S-line trim @ 25L Ex-showroom. Approx Discount 4.65L
Petrol A4 1.8T @ 24.5L

Delhi Offering 4L discount with the S-line trim on either petrol or Diesel

I am told Diesel is a better buy but I think if I get a better deal on the Petrol then so be it. Is anyone aware of the maintainence aspects of the two options ??

The only problem getting from Bombay is Driving it down as container truck will cost a lot & chance of damage.

Let's see how it turn out.

Cheers

akshay1234 · 24th January 2008, 17:11

take the diesel with the sline trim. it looks good plus you have a couple of features over the standard. the diesel is slightly slower than the 320d.

iraghava · 24th January 2008, 18:13

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Originally Posted by Ricky_63

The only problem getting from Bombay is Driving it down as container truck will cost a lot & chance of damage.

No problem, I'm already experienced in the Delhi-Mumbai sector (Evil Twin drive!) so if you need help, feel free to ask

Sahil · 24th January 2008, 18:47

I'd go for the Diesel, the price difference will get covered with your fuel bill savings in a year or two. And the diesel will be peepier to drive too.

kbk_75 · 24th January 2008, 19:56

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Originally Posted by Ricky_63

...The only problem getting from Bombay is Driving it down as container truck will cost a lot & chance of damage...

Just make sure you don't drive at a fixed engine speed for long stretches. It's the worst thing you can do to a new engine. As long as you keep varying engine speed, you'll be fine, and a BIG PLUS...by the time you reach Delhi, your car will be more or less run-in!

NIP · 24th January 2008, 20:19

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Originally Posted by GTO

The new C220 looks competent too. But I wouldn't recommend you touch a Mercedes for atleast 2 - 3 years after launch. Not unless you want to be a guinea pig in solving their electronic glitches.

wow...and to think people thought only TATA does this

dustDevil · 24th January 2008, 21:43

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Originally Posted by GTO

Ricky, what you are being offered is the A4 which has been now discontinued. Its a really lacklustre sedan, which simply cant match the BMW for equipment level, handling or even after-sales. Plus, the resale will be far far lower. Also, it is a front wheel drive that really can't handle anywhere as well as its competitors. Do you really want to buy a car that is going to be replaced by the all new gen very soon?

Go for the 320D. It completely annihilates the 320i, and is a pretty spirited diesel. IMHO, its a lot better overall car for India than the 325.

I second that. Totally!

jesal · 25th January 2008, 00:44

my vote bmw all the way. much more snob value and everything. though i would like a 08 version just because im picky. i dont care about the price since i would already be paying a lot of money anyways,

Nitin · 25th January 2008, 02:23

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Originally Posted by jesal

my vote bmw all the way. much more snob value and everything. though i would like a 08 version just because im picky. i dont care about the price since i would already be paying a lot of money anyways,

I'd go with the beemer too.Its got more for the money. And if its the '08,all the more.

dipen · 25th January 2008, 03:22

A4 dosent look appealing especially after looking at the new A4.
I think the price difference between a new 2007 320d and 2007 A4d would be close to 4-5 lakhs max, but the Bimmer is well worth it.

24th January 2008, 11:07	#18 (permalink)
jesal Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,782 View My Garage Infractions: 0/1 (4)	so lets say u want a 08 model do u have to wait 3 months for the import or are they made here, dont think they are but just asking __________________ Јєşåł Åŕỳā Modifying Gone Mental

24th January 2008, 16:44	#21 (permalink)
Ricky_63 BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 920 View My Garage	UPDATE Bombay offering the A4 Diesel With S-line trim @ 25L Ex-showroom. Approx Discount 4.65L Petrol A4 1.8T @ 24.5L Delhi Offering 4L discount with the S-line trim on either petrol or Diesel I am told Diesel is a better buy but I think if I get a better deal on the Petrol then so be it. Is anyone aware of the maintainence aspects of the two options ?? The only problem getting from Bombay is Driving it down as container truck will cost a lot & chance of damage. Let's see how it turn out. Cheers __________________ *Everybody is entitled...... to an opinion !!*

24th January 2008, 18:47	#24 (permalink)
Sahil Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 1,839	I'd go for the Diesel, the price difference will get covered with your fuel bill savings in a year or two. And the diesel will be peepier to drive too. __________________ ______________ __________ ______ __ _

25th January 2008, 00:44	#28 (permalink)
jesal Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,782 View My Garage Infractions: 0/1 (4)	my vote bmw all the way. much more snob value and everything. though i would like a 08 version just because im picky. i dont care about the price since i would already be paying a lot of money anyways, __________________ Јєşåł Åŕỳā Modifying Gone Mental

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