by chris12 » Mon Oct 21, 2013 12:18 pm
Ok, so changing this up....
I was so sure I wanted a 3.0.. nearly bought one but just wasn't happy with all the little niggles it had, so I decided not to.
Drove a 2.5GT the other day and was really impressed. Liked the power delivery a lot more than the 3.0. I felt like the 3.0 was either sluggish down low or insane when you put your foot down but no real moderate feeling. This basically contrast everything I've read about this car though, so I'm not! Might have just been the one I drove.
2.5 on the other hand felt like it was a bit of a hassle to work out exactly when the boost kicked on or how much of a 'rush' I would feel. Guess that comes with a bit more of a drive, but I think I just prefer the feeling over the 3. Only other turbo car I've ever taken for a spin is a 2.0 TDI Golf, so it was all fairly new to me.
So yeah, on the lookout for a 2.5GT instead. Probably would prefer not getting the Spec B because I feel like they can be a little harsh on the road, but still with an open mind in that regard. Much prefer something that isn't modified.