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Originally Posted by Bigsurprise
I don't think I follow you here. Do you mean to say the Audi will require more repairs?
The reason I prefer the STI over the WRX is because of the strong 6 speed and the better suspension. I feel going with the WRX would be compromising, and that isn't something I really want to do on a new car. I want to make sure I get something I will be very happy with. I have been straying away from the Subaru though because of some reliability issues I have been reading about. It would appear that ringland failures are a common issue. I am still reading up on reliability a bit.
Thanks for the link and the spreadsheet. I like how you compared the total cost, as well as cost per mile. I am going to make my own little spreadsheet and throw some other vehicles up there lol.
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Auto Union, especially diesels, have quite a few issues. I wasn't aware of them until I learned from so much experience on here. I noticed with friends who have had VWs, but I thought their cars turning to crap and falling apart was because they neglected them- but it seems to be more common.
I see your point on the 5 speed and suspension being compromised, but if that is your main point, the suspension can be done far better than what STi will do for much less. I am not familiar with reliability issues, the individuals I know with Subarus have never had issues, except some driver headlights (one first time owner has replaced 7 lol).
Keep in mind the WRX does have an upgraded suspension vs the Impreza. I suggested the WRX not to be a weak almost STi, rather, to keep many features of what you want in the Tacoma mixed with much better fuel economy and a decent amount of sportiness.
For the spreadsheet, I had it auto populating with formulas (makes it much easier).