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#4 of 24 Re: my 0.02 [dman] by shmoog Mar 08, 2007 (11:22 pm)
Replying to: dman (Mar 08, 2007 4:45 pm) i decided to go with the A4 over the 328xi - after driving both cars, i felt that 1) the audi was every bit as much fun / fast to drive as the 328xi; 2) the interior of the audi was a bit nicer / more comfortable; and 3) about $3600 less over the course of a 36 month lease - given that i drive low mileage (5000 mi / yr) mostly in the city (chicago), i think the audi is a very practical choice - i also felt that the 328xi was just a bit disappointing; it seemed too lack any real "oomph" in the way it drives (drags a little bit), looks or feels inside - seemed a bit disappointing, esp. after driving the 335i which is a rocket (but also costs almost $10K more over 3 years than the audi) - happy with my decision!!!
#5 of 24 congrats! by dman Mar 09, 2007 (7:41 am)
The 2.0T does feel quicker around town but IMO it starts to die at around 70-80mph, still fast enough and keeps me a little safer from the local authorities. I think the 328xi might still keep pulling at those speeds but I didn't test that on my test drive.   Yeah, it seems that people are getting deals on the BMW, but here in WA state, I went to the arguably "best" BMW dealership here and they wouldn't come down from MSRP for me even after I asked them twice. Replies to this message: shmoog (Mar 09, 2007 1:10 pm) fighter1 (Mar 13, 2007 7:39 am) shmoog (Mar 13, 2007 8:20 am)
#6 of 24 Re: congrats! [dman] by shmoog Mar 09, 2007 (1:10 pm)
Replying to: dman (Mar 09, 2007 7:41 am) wow - they want you to pay msrp for a 3 series? i had several dealers in chicago that were willing to take $2200 off any bmw 3 series? on the audi, my discount was only $1500, but the msrp is $7K less than the 328xi Replies to this message: fighter1 (Mar 13, 2007 7:39 am) shmoog (Mar 13, 2007 8:20 am)
#7 of 24 Re: congrats! [shmoog] by fighter1 Mar 13, 2007 (7:39 am)
Replying to: shmoog (Mar 09, 2007 1:10 pm) Would you mind to gibe me couple dealers names willing to take off $2200 of MSRP, please? I am shopping for 328xi in Northwest saburbs Replies to this message: shmoog (Mar 13, 2007 8:20 am)
#8 of 24 Re: congrats! [fighter1] by shmoog Mar 13, 2007 (8:20 am)
Replying to: fighter1 (Mar 13, 2007 7:39 am) perillo and fields - but i'm sure any other dealer in the chicagoland area would meet it if you tell them that you were already quoted $2200 off by one of these other dealers - good luck!
#9 of 24 A4 2,0 vs. 328xi by msoberman Apr 06, 2007 (9:51 am)
I agonized over the decision between these two. The A4's somewhat rough idle was a turnoff, but overall the performance and handling were just a hair below the BMW. The interior and electronics of the A4 were superior to the Bimmer. The A4 was a much better value. Even fully loaded and with the Audi Care plan, it was almost $100/month less than a 328xi with less equipment( and I had negotiated a huge discount on the BMW). After 9 years and 3 BMW's this is my first Ausi. So far, I'm very happy with the decision. Buying experince/dealer (HBL in Tyson's Corner, VA) was first rate. Replies to this message: shmoog (Apr 07, 2007 4:20 am)
#10 of 24 Re: A4 2,0 vs. 328xi [msoberman] by shmoog Apr 07, 2007 (4:20 am)
Replying to: msoberman (Apr 06, 2007 9:51 am) Good choice - I felt exactly the same way about my decision making process and was also a BMW owner for years. The A4 is great - and the $100 savings is a nice bonus!
#11 of 24 Good topic - I'm also interested. by rbleland Apr 07, 2007 (3:42 pm)
Great thread - I am considering exiting my '05 Highlander for a sports wagon and these two keep coming to the top of my research. I have driven the 328xiT but only a short test; and have not driven the A4 at all yet. I am probable a ways off from making any decisions so I hope there will be more posts on here over time. Replies to this message: edwardsf (Apr 09, 2007 2:39 pm) rjka (Apr 17, 2007 4:07 pm) fzzl (Sep 25, 2007 7:27 am)
#12 of 24 Re: Good topic - I'm also interested. [rbleland] by edwardsf Apr 09, 2007 (2:39 pm)
Replying to: rbleland (Apr 07, 2007 3:42 pm) I have driven a 325 extensively for the last 3 months and test drove an A4 on an hour test ride on country roads. The 325 was faster in the low speeds and its straight 6 is much more reponsive coming out of a turn at 35 mph than the A4's turbo 4. But I think at 45 - 60 mph and 55-70, the acceleration is similar and the Audi seems to accelerate on the freeway with more ease. The 325 has tighter steering and is more nimble on winding roads - but not by much. I find the A4 a little easier to control (more compliant?) - perhaps because of the Quattro or perhaps just my driving style.   The A4 has a much nicer interior, and a bigger trunk. The A4's ride is smoother in that you do not feel every bump. The 325 is not harsh but if you drive a lot of potholed roads, you know the holes are there. The A4 is more spacious. I am 6-2, with a long torso and find the 325 confining - everywhere. I don't care about the back seat so have not even got into one. Finally, and this may seem subjective but is important to me; male BMW drivers are thought of as cocky and aggressive and I think Audi's don't really have any particular stigma (I won't answer the question if I actually drive cocky and aggressive....) Just my 5 pesos.
#13 of 24 Re: Good topic - I'm also interested. [rbleland] by rjka Apr 17, 2007 (4:07 pm)
Replying to: rbleland (Apr 07, 2007 3:42 pm) I've just purchased a 328xit wagon after owning an A4 sedan for 7 years. It's a tough choice and honestly I went with the BMW largely just to try something new and partly because I was not impressed with the transmission/rougher engine in the newer Audis than my old one. You will get more room in the Audi and a more luxurious interior and while its MSRP is a bit less, I think you might be able to negotiate a better deal on the BMW wagon because they seem to be less popular. Replies to this message: fzzl (Sep 25, 2007 7:27 am)

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