Thinking about buying an Audi A4 2.0 T? Compare it to a BMW 128i first!
The BMW 128i Overview
The 1 Series positions BMW's product offerings into a market segment where BMW has not had a presence in recent years. The 1 Series puts BMW squarely into competition with some models that haven't been considered BMW competitors before, and gives BMW a more favorable price point against some that were. Here's a field of key competitors for the two 1 Series Coupe models; click on the model for a brief analysis of how BMW's new compact Coupes stack up against each of their key rivals.
The Audi A4 2.0 T Overview
Although a new-generation A4 series is already on sale in Europe, the old-generation models continue for now in the U.S., probably until fall '08. The 2.0T Sedan is currently the entry model, powered by VW's ubiquitous 2.0-liter, 200-hp turbo 4-cylinder. It begins at $29,675, remarkably $300 more than the much more stylish, dynamic, 6-cylinder 128i Coupe. $1,300 extra gets Audi's Multitronic continuously variable transmission (CVT), a concept that has theoretical advantages but seems strange to many drivers because in automatic operation, it never shifts. "quattro" all-wheel drive is available for a further $2,100, and the quattro version's automatic is a conventional 6-speed. For now, Audi continues with an old-tech sedan against BMW's brand-new, far more dynamic 128i Coupe.
BMW vs. Audi A4 2.0 T
What BMW offers…
- Classic BMW Coupe sportiness and style
- 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine, 230 hp/200 lb-ft., 0-60 mph 6.1 sec. MT, 6.7 sec. AT
- Available automatic transmission is 6-speed
- Rear-wheel drive, aluminum front suspension
- Optimal weight balance, approx. 51% F/49% R
- 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes
- 4-year/50,000-mile maintenance included
- 4-year/unlimited-mileage Roadside Assistance
What Audi doesn’t…
- Previous-generation 4-door sedan, tasteful but "old" and to be replaced for '09
- 2.0-liter corporate VW 4-cylinder engine, 200 hp/207 lb-ft., 0-60 mph
- Available CVT (continuously variable) automatic transmission has strange, "loose" feeling
- Front-wheel drive, all-steel suspension; less agility
- Front-heavy, about 60%/40% F/R weight distribution
- Only front brakes are ventilated discs
- No included maintenance
"We don't think it's going too far out on a limb to suggest that the 1 Series Coupe is the most complete car
in its class as far as performance and dynamics are concerned." - AutoWeek
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Posted vehicle images and descriptions on our website is representative to what is provided by our suppliers. Please note that the actual vehicle may slightly differ from its specifications and/or images. The Dealership is not responsible for any typographical, pricing, product specifications, advertising or shipping errors. Advertised prices and availability are subject to change without notice.
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