anyone gone from a Golf R to an S3

[caymanbill]

intreated to hear from owners of both how they compare?

[xjay1337]

Same car underneath.
Only difference on drivetrain is

Golf has voided wishbone bushes
S3 has solid ones.
S3 has 8 inch wide wheels (same tyre size)

Main difference is looks and interior. Personally prefer the Mk6 R to the S3 8P, and the S3 8V to the Mk7R

[benjijames28]

I would imagine they would be very similar, if you want a bit more luxury then go Audi.

[Riskins]

Most reviews suggest the 7R is a better drive than the S3, should be the same on paper but the motoring press/articles would suggest not.

[nunpuncher]

The S3 is only worth the premium if you place more value in what your neighbours think of the badge or you just really really like soft touch plastics.

The Golf R isn't a hard bd track car but the S3 feels like a soft version of it.

[caymanbill]

what's the wind noise/tyre roar difference between them?

[caymanbill]

Riskins said:

Most reviews suggest the 7R is a better drive than the S3, should be the same on paper but the motoring press/articles would suggest not.

I've read this myself in a few places, hence the thread. I do wonder if the difference between the two would only become apparent on track, as opposed to "normal" driving on public roads.

Edited by caymanbill on Sunday 16th October 09:46