Audi TTS (8S/Mk3) - is it actually good & worth the money?

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Especially when compared to the S3 8V? To get a decent spec and a good relatively low mileage example, you’re looking at the earliest models released 2015/2016 for approximately £20k. So, around £5k cheaper than a similar condition and level of spec M2 or Cayman from the same time period - but about £4k more expensive than a similar condition S3 or Golf R.

I can’t get insured on the Golf R or S3 anyway (due to theft rates in my area), so i’m just wondering if i’m gaining anything significant from being forced into a less practical choice.

Is it just a Golf R in fancy dress? Or is it a good car in its own right?

I’ve seen a few reviews praise it’s handling compared to the S3 - and they’ve said that it’s noticeably more neutral and a better chassis - but i’m just wondering if anyone could share their own experiences of how different they may be.

I test drove one yesterday, but obviously I couldn’t tell much (handling wise) from a relatively restrained 40 minute test drive in light-traffic up Sheffield town center with a car salesman sat next to me. My initial impression is that it did seem proper stable and capable though.