BMW M240i xDrive vs Audi TT RS

BlackZeda · 10-30-2017, 12:58 PM

Since Toyota is being cagey about the Supra/FT-1 and I have to get a new daily driver, it looks like I am down to two options; either the BMW M240i xDrive or Audi TT RS.

The parameters for my purchase are:
My only car (i.e. it is a daily driver even in the winter, AWD)
Needs to be fun
Probably will never be tracked
Needs to look good
Reliability
Leased (to determine if it is worth buying later)

Between these two cars, which would you go for and why?
Any experience with either?

Hotrodz · 10-30-2017, 01:50 PM

I have no real experience with either other than test driving the m. I bought my an Audi rs5 and really like the rs. If you want a fun two seater sportscar the new Audi is a nice ride imho.

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Chuck33079 · 10-30-2017, 01:59 PM

Which dealership is closer, and which one gives the better loaner car when the damn thing is in the shop again?

Hotrodz · 10-30-2017, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Which dealership is closer, and which one gives the better loaner car when the damn thing is in the shop again?

Lol, that is funny and I would agree. We got an Audi A3 when they did warranty work on S5. My wife was not happy because she wanted something equivalent or better. I said at least it wasn't a Camary or lesser vehicle.

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BlackZeda · 10-30-2017, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Hotrodz

I have no real experience with either other than test driving the m. I bought my an Audi rs5 and really like the rs. If you want a fun two seater sportscar the new Audi is a nice ride imho.

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I have seen and read a lot of good reviews about the TT RS, and no mods needed for speed up here in the high altitude. I don't like the looks of it in pictures, but like most cars it looks great on the road.

What do you think about reliability?

BlackZeda · 10-30-2017, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chuck33079

Which dealership is closer, and which one gives the better loaner car when the damn thing is in the shop again?

I definitely have not considered an Audi, but recently they are getting high marks by Consumer Reports. Is that a source that can be believed?

Reliability is definitely a concern with the BMW though.

Hotrodz · 10-30-2017, 10:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlackZeda

I have seen and read a lot of good reviews about the TT RS, and no mods needed for speed up here in the high altitude. I don't like the looks of it in pictures, but like most cars it looks great on the road.

What do you think about reliability?

I don't know yet as we have only had our S5 since June, that being said what I have read has been good. The other thing is if you are going to lease one it will be under warranty for the time of the lease and their warranty is pretty outstanding. If you get the upgraded plan, it even includes some consumables like brake pads, rotors and fluid. It is expensive but you don't got to worry about anything lol!

AlWakRa · 10-31-2017, 02:35 AM

I like the TT-RS and RS3 as they have some of Audi heritage with that Inline 5 engine and quattro combo. I personally am considering changing my SRT next year with RS3 as I want something smaller as DD (actually it is one of the options I am considering).

You need to test drive both, I think TTRS will be stiffer than M240i, and you need to see if you want your daily to be as stiff as the rs, I have a friend who test drove S3 and RS3 back to back and ended with S3 as he wanted something more comfy for dd.

DCNISMO · 11-02-2017, 10:05 AM

If you get a TT you will start singing show tunes, care about your hair products, and have to come up with some clever use of TT in a screen name or license plate. If you want a real sports car get a used 911, a 997.1 or 997.2. For the price of a new TTRS you can get a nice 997.2 4S CPO. If you can find one.

DLSTR · 11-02-2017, 11:57 AM

TTRS is a nice overall performance package. AWD flexibility. Its very much a 'real' sportscar. If one comes here where you can actually enjoy the power and not only be on the track you would be impressed. There are always used options of other makes. But life is short and you should get what works for you no matter what is stated here.

The BMW will offer some interior space that can be accessible and useful for longer trips etc. The M235i I have and the M2 have done well and I have over 80000kms on my M235i with no issues or repairs, just usual scheduled maintenance. Both are driven daily.

Audi has significant experience with the 5cyl configuration. I had a new S3 over the summer to enjoy via a friend and the Audi dash display and functionality is impressive.

I would think you would be pleased with either one.

Hotrodz · 11-02-2017, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DLSTR

TTRS is a nice overall performance package. AWD flexibility. Its very much a 'real' sportscar. If one comes here where you can actually enjoy the power and not only be on the track you would be impressed. There are always used options of other makes. But life is short and you should get what works for you no matter what is stated here.

The BMW will offer some interior space that can be accessible and useful for longer trips etc. The M235i I have and the M2 have done well and I have over 80000kms on my M235i with no issues or repairs, just usual scheduled maintenance. Both are driven daily.

Audi has significant experience with the 5cyl configuration. I had a new S3 over the summer to enjoy via a friend and the Audi dash display and functionality is impressive.

I would think you would be pleased with either one.

I tried to talk my wife into buying an M235i but she wanted something bigger and she knew I would want to track it from time to time lol. It is a really nice car for a four seater!

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BlackZeda · 11-02-2017, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DCNISMO

If you get a TT you will start singing show tunes, care about your hair products, and have to come up with some clever use of TT in a screen name or license plate. If you want a real sports car get a used 911, a 997.1 or 997.2. For the price of a new TTRS you can get a nice 997.2 4S CPO. If you can find one.

First off, I am speaking of the TT RS, and as I stated in the original post, I am looking for an AWD daily driver.

The other day I saw a C7 Grand Sport next to a TT S, and surprisingly the TT S looked more menacing. It reminds me of a .45 ACP bullet for some reason. The TT RS IS a beast.

DCNISMO · 11-03-2017, 10:11 AM

The C4S is AWD, and its much better than the haldex system on the TTRS.

BlackZeda · 11-03-2017, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DCNISMO

The C4S is AWD, and its much better than the haldex system on the TTRS.

Buy a used Porsche...

Chuck33079 · 11-03-2017, 11:24 AM

I would bet my house that a gently used late model Porsche is exponentially less of a hassle to own than a new Audi.

10-30-2017, 12:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
BlackZeda A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Englewood, CO Posts: 1,109 Drives: 19 Audi TT RS Rep Power: 21	BMW M240i xDrive vs Audi TT RS Since Toyota is being cagey about the Supra/FT-1 and I have to get a new daily driver, it looks like I am down to two options; either the BMW M240i xDrive or Audi TT RS. The parameters for my purchase are: My only car (i.e. it is a daily driver even in the winter, AWD) Needs to be fun Probably will never be tracked Needs to look good Reliability Leased (to determine if it is worth buying later) Between these two cars, which would you go for and why? Any experience with either?

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Hotrodz Premium Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NW, AZ Posts: 9,330 Drives: 10 Nissan 370z Nismo Rep Power: 2684384	I have no real experience with either other than test driving the m. I bought my an Audi rs5 and really like the rs. If you want a fun two seater sportscar the new Audi is a nice ride imho. Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk BlackZeda and kukpet like this. __________________ *Fast Intentions TT Installed and Tuned by Seb at SpecialtyZ 610whp 560tq:\|Fast Intentions 3" TT-TDX*\|SpecialtyZ/Fast Intentions 72 Row Oil Cooler\|SZ 6 Puck Clutch & Flywheel\|3GsCustoms\|Z1\|Wavetrac\|Hotchkis\|Whiteline \|Blitz\|Fortune Auto 500\|Fujimura\|SPL\|H&R\|TK\|TWM\|RPM Rollbar\|Sparco\|Next Level Performance\|TrackSpec\|AeroFlow Dynamics\|Pioneer\|

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Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29538	Which dealership is closer, and which one gives the better loaner car when the damn thing is in the shop again? BlackZeda, Zoren 370 and Jayhovah like this. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

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AlWakRa Track Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Qatar Posts: 600 Drives: 10 370Z PW 6MT Rep Power: 13449	I like the TT-RS and RS3 as they have some of Audi heritage with that Inline 5 engine and quattro combo. I personally am considering changing my SRT next year with RS3 as I want something smaller as DD (actually it is one of the options I am considering). You need to test drive both, I think TTRS will be stiffer than M240i, and you need to see if you want your daily to be as stiff as the rs, I have a friend who test drove S3 and RS3 back to back and ended with S3 as he wanted something more comfy for dd. DLSTR, BlackZeda and Hotrodz like this. __________________ 2010 370Z Touring Sport Pearl White 6MT Powered by: Fast Intentions - Motordyne - Stillen - OS Giken - CJ Motorsports - Mishimoto - MCA Suspension - SPL - SuperPRO - RJM - Z1 Motorsport - Zspeed - Volk My Humble Journals

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DLSTR A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Süd Germany Posts: 2,462 Drives: 21Supra 2.0/22 M240i Rep Power: 21266	TTRS is a nice overall performance package. AWD flexibility. Its very much a 'real' sportscar. If one comes here where you can actually enjoy the power and not only be on the track you would be impressed. There are always used options of other makes. But life is short and you should get what works for you no matter what is stated here. The BMW will offer some interior space that can be accessible and useful for longer trips etc. The M235i I have and the M2 have done well and I have over 80000kms on my M235i with no issues or repairs, just usual scheduled maintenance. Both are driven daily. Audi has significant experience with the 5cyl configuration. I had a new S3 over the summer to enjoy via a friend and the Audi dash display and functionality is impressive. I would think you would be pleased with either one. BlackZeda and Hotrodz like this.

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DCNISMO Track Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: washington dc Posts: 995 Drives: Nismo Z Rep Power: 178	If you get a TT you will start singing show tunes, care about your hair products, and have to come up with some clever use of TT in a screen name or license plate. If you want a real sports car get a used 911, a 997.1 or 997.2. For the price of a new TTRS you can get a nice 997.2 4S CPO. If you can find one.

11-03-2017, 10:11 AM	#13 (permalink)
DCNISMO Track Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: washington dc Posts: 995 Drives: Nismo Z Rep Power: 178	The C4S is AWD, and its much better than the haldex system on the TTRS.

11-03-2017, 11:24 AM	#15 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29538	I would bet my house that a gently used late model Porsche is exponentially less of a hassle to own than a new Audi. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

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