What's the closest car to a modern Peugeot 205 GTi?
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sjabrown said:
I've been looking for a more modern replacement for my 205 gti and not found one yet.
Clio 172/182: flimsy enough electrically but not as comfy to sit in.
Fiesta ST (the 2005-ish shape): great chassis, engine doesn't rev freely enough
Mini: too big
Panda 100hp: very good suspension too stiff though
Suzuki Ignis: gearbox ratios feel all wrong.
Nothing compares yet with the feel of the 205. One unassisted wheel, 3 pedals. That lovely exhaust note when idling at cold, and when being revved out when warm. The adjustability on the throttle. The scarily rapid adjustability on damp roads. The very comfy seats. The fact the whole thing feels more alive than a machine.
I realise I'm replying to a very old post, but MINI too big? It's smaller than the Clio & Fiesta...Clio 172/182: flimsy enough electrically but not as comfy to sit in.
Fiesta ST (the 2005-ish shape): great chassis, engine doesn't rev freely enough
Mini: too big
Panda 100hp: very good suspension too stiff though
Suzuki Ignis: gearbox ratios feel all wrong.
Nothing compares yet with the feel of the 205. One unassisted wheel, 3 pedals. That lovely exhaust note when idling at cold, and when being revved out when warm. The adjustability on the throttle. The scarily rapid adjustability on damp roads. The very comfy seats. The fact the whole thing feels more alive than a machine.
I'd say Clio 172/182 aswell. It's not to everyone's taste though, even if you're coming from a 205 GTI. The seating position is quite high but, in terms of the driving experience, it's main one that springs to mind.
The modern-day Clio 172/182 would probably be the Fiesta ST Ecoboost, just for reference.
The modern-day Clio 172/182 would probably be the Fiesta ST Ecoboost, just for reference.
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