[dinu2506]

Originally Posted by FanaticOnWheels

The current Audi A4 2.0 TDI comes with a CVT. The Multitronic refers to the CVT, so both are essentially the same.

Correct, the CVT box of the current A4 is called Multitronic. The new A4 slated to launch in few months will have a dual clutch box, similar to the one in the current Q3.

[fb1]

http://overdrive.in/reviews/2016-bmw...d-test-review/

This car looks very interesting!! Is it worth buying a 3 series now? Even though the model has been face lifted and looks stunning. A new 3 series will be out in 2019! I am confused whether to buy the 3 now only to have a newer model out after a year. I cannot wait a year to buy a car too.

[lamborghini]

Originally Posted by fb1

http://overdrive.in/reviews/2016-bmw...d-test-review/

This car looks very interesting!! Is it worth buying a 3 series now? Even though the model has been face lifted and looks stunning. A new 3 series will be out in 2019! I am confused whether to buy the 3 now only to have a newer model out after a year. I cannot wait a year to buy a car too.

Go for it!

The deals available on the 3 today make it great VFM - given the upward trend in the segment, expect the new 3 to be at a definite premium given it will come after 2 years.

Compared to it's rivals, it is still right up there in terms of features, performance, and quality - and still the preferred choice in it's segment by driving enthusiasts.
Only con is that the interiors are beginning to look a little dated compared to the C Class, and the A4 - however, if the new 5 series interiors are anything to go by, don't expect a huge leap in the newer generation.

[fb1]

Originally Posted by lamborghini

Go for it!

The deals available on the 3 today make it great VFM - given the upward trend in the segment, expect the new 3 to be at a definite premium given it will come after 2 years.

Compared to it's rivals, it is still right up there in terms of features, performance, and quality - and still the preferred choice in it's segment by driving enthusiasts.
Only con is that the interiors are beginning to look a little dated compared to the C Class, and the A4 - however, if the new 5 series interiors are anything to go by, don't expect a huge leap in the newer generation.

Thank you for the feedback, I am actually really liking the interiors with the carbon fiber trim, the M gear knob, the dark simple interiors. Merc interiors are very nice too!

[mijnoirhammer67]

Originally Posted by fb1

Thank you for the feedback, I am actually really liking the interiors with the carbon fiber trim, the M gear knob, the dark simple interiors. Merc interiors are very nice too!

It may interest you to know that the carbon fiber trims are optional extras. Its almost 50k for the gear piece, 50 or so for the wooden trim on the board and all. Im not too sure on its exact details, but I'm sure the carbon trims are extra. If a car comes pre loaded with it, you can expect the price to be increased. Nonetheless, the 320d is a great car. Only downside is no rear view camera i think and, like you said, is due an update soon.

[adv]

Dear BHPians,

After reading the excellent threads and discussions on pre-owned cars, I’ve gotten the itch since our second car, a manual compact sedan, is being put on the block soon. My current daily drive is a 2018 Vento TSI 1.2 which I’m very happy with and intend to retain for a few more years.

I’m looking at cars that are under 5 years (most of the cars I’ll name below also happened to receive facelifts around that time) and preferably around 30-35k km or less. I intend to retain the car for atleast 4 years (considering the cars I’m looking at are mostly 4- 5 years old already).
I must admit I’m not a super performance enthusiast and don’t drive my cars super hard and dive into corners etc. but do appreciate an engaging drive. For instance, I definitely enjoy my Vento 1.2 DSG far more than say, a Honda City CVT. Would also like to do more road trips going forward so a car that’s balanced in performance within city and for the occasional extended weekend trip would be ideal. Badge value would be good to have but not super critical and definitely not at the expense of practicality.

My initial shortlist comprised of the MK3.5 Skoda Octavia TDI, Hyundai Tucson Gen 3/ facelift (around 18 L plus/ minus a few). I happened to see a couple of A3 TDIs that are quoted at 22/23 but can likely get around 18/20 (which I loved to drive and felt very adequate for my predominantly city drives but of course the rather right rear seat is a small concern as I’m occasionally chauffeur driven) or when driving with friends/ cousins etc). Happened to see a couple of Tiguans as well but of course they’re quoted higher, around 27 or higher for low run ones and quite liked them. Happened to see a Karoq and loved it but they’re so rare and still relatively new since people have likely not driven much in the pandemic; this one got snapped up before I could think twice about it.

So that’s the background. However, just looking at listings I started to find few low run 2016/17 BMW 320d LCI F30s listed at in the mid to high 20s. Similarly, a couple of 2017 Audi A4 35 TDIs listed in the high 20s. I saw a couple of Q3s as well but seem to be pretty high priced and somehow although I love the exterior form, the interior just seems quite outdated.

This got me thinking; would I ‘outgrow’ my earlier more modest Octavia/ Tucson choices after say 2-3 years? Would I want to upgrade to a pre-owned BMW/Audi at that point and then find that I haven’t really derived enough value from my recently acquired Octy/ Tucson?
We have had a beautiful E90 320d in the family earlier and currently have a 4 year old X1 which is my dad’s daily car, he lives a short while away and I occasionally drive it on weekends, etc.

I’m debating with myself whether or not I should stretch myself to the mid 20s and try to get a 3 series F30 LCI or an A4. I know from past experience the 3 series are great fun to drive and quite reliable too. The 2017 onwards A4s are not just elegant on the outside but also feel plush inside.

Would love to hear thoughts from you’ll about making a choice between the F30 LCI 320d and the 2017 A4 TDI? What factors would you consider whilst comparing them, especially when buying pre-owned?

Also what’s a fair price you think for either of these, 2017, 30k km first owner cars considering the crazy market right now? If anything I find that these cars are more decently discounted from their original prices rather than many others including used Tucsons and Octys which are bizarrely priced!

I found this thread whilst browsing the forum which offers some thoughts but it’s a 2012-16 thread and buying them new.
https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/luxur...s-audi-a4.html (BMW 320d (F30) vs Audi A4)

Thank you!