Whether you prefer the BMW Mini, Citroen DS3 or the VW Polo, or none of those cars. The Audi A1 has the best build quality of any current Supermini, and the interior refinement and detail is incredible for such a small vehicle. It may not have the driveability of the Mini, or unusual design of the Citroen, but if your after a car with the finest interior, the Audi is the clear winner.
seems like a decent car but i still think the mini is better just because of its heritage, the only competition i think the mini can really worry about now is the citroen ds.
The Nissan Micra is a tiny car, yet two adults can fit in the back of one of those just fine - the same with the Fiat 500 and the Kia Picanto. The armrest getting in the way of the handbreak is a genuine design flaw as well; especially since it doesn't appear to fold out of the way. They're legitimate complaints and something I wouldn't expect from a premium car like Audi.
I'm not a fan of that contrasting pillar colour either; I'd get it in one solid colour. Audi really should address that handbrake design issue; perhaps make the lip of that compartment lid a little less protruding. Other than that I think it's a good car; but it also depends on the price. Here in Australia its not out yet, but I doubt it'll do well if its priced more than $30k. I's rather get an A3 for a couple of grand extra.
I still don't understand why people would choose this from a Mini Cooper S. I mean Mini is probably better to drive and it has the history. I guess it's new so It will sell well. Especially people who would want to get into a luxury brand. I've heard next gen Mini comes out in 2012.
@R774r I love this car also, it would be a great first car, however being an Audi it would be very expensive. I am nearly 19 and insurance in my own name for this car is nearly £3500 so for a 17 year old it would be considerbally more, the insurance in this country is stupid is stops us younger drivers to drive cars, it should be like america where it is on the car not on the person.
@jamesysam002 most of the room will be bias to the front though with the rear seats i do believe that its designed to force you more into the centre rather than so far to the sides. how tall is your mate? and other than those minor flaws still interested in buying?
I would prefer my b7 rs4 quattro (sprint blue pearl). The ride is so much better, i have test drived one of these and all i can say is sh*t. Very jerky, hardly any headroom, trunk (boot) space is tiny, the only thing on this car that is probably the best is the engine. It's tuned and has a wonderful high pitched (rs4 sounding) note to it.
@ferguswong77 But in that category, Citroen DS, Fiat 500, Mini even, your head doesn't touch the roof? I happen to be that 'Fat guy' so why don't you think about how you come across before you decide to shun whoever is there, delivering their own opinions.
I still don't understand why people would choose this from a Mini Cooper S. I mean Mini is probably better to drive and it has the history. I guess it's new so It will sell well. Especially people who would want to get into a luxury brand. I've heard next gen Mini comes out in 2012.
Whether you prefer the BMW Mini, Citroen DS3 or the VW Polo, or none of those cars.
The Audi A1 has the best build quality of any current Supermini, and the interior refinement and detail is incredible for such a small vehicle.
It may not have the driveability of the Mini, or unusual design of the Citroen, but if your after a car with the finest interior, the Audi is the clear winner.
seems like a decent car but i still think the mini is better just because of its heritage, the only competition i think the mini can really worry about now is the citroen ds.
The Nissan Micra is a tiny car, yet two adults can fit in the back of one of those just fine - the same with the Fiat 500 and the Kia Picanto. The armrest getting in the way of the handbreak is a genuine design flaw as well; especially since it doesn't appear to fold out of the way.
They're legitimate complaints and something I wouldn't expect from a premium car like Audi.
The handbrake / hand-rest problem is present in Audi A3 too.
it's not a "BMW MINI" it's a "BMW's MINI", there is a difference, subtle one but there it is!
@dunti21 I thought it was widely known that they are fun-to-drive, exceptionally nimble cars. I guess not everyone knows.
I'm not a fan of that contrasting pillar colour either; I'd get it in one solid colour. Audi really should address that handbrake design issue; perhaps make the lip of that compartment lid a little less protruding. Other than that I think it's a good car; but it also depends on the price. Here in Australia its not out yet, but I doubt it'll do well if its priced more than $30k. I's rather get an A3 for a couple of grand extra.
I still don't understand why people would choose this from a Mini Cooper S. I mean Mini is probably better to drive and it has the history. I guess it's new so It will sell well. Especially people who would want to get into a luxury brand. I've heard next gen Mini comes out in 2012.
@Legendzzz007 well as far as I know, in Mexico the price range will be between $19k and $24k, so that cheers me up
@R774r I love this car also, it would be a great first car, however being an Audi it would be very expensive. I am nearly 19 and insurance in my own name for this car is nearly £3500 so for a 17 year old it would be considerbally more, the insurance in this country is stupid is stops us younger drivers to drive cars, it should be like america where it is on the car not on the person.
@minibus1351 not very quickly seeing as though it's brand new and mini has been around for like 10 years. u can't catch up 10 years of sales
@dunti21 yeah you're right. A1 can be sensational; however, do you really think it will outsell the Mini?
I want one!!!
The arm rest can go up before you pull the handbrake up...
Yes, you can actually call it BMW Mini. Mini belongs to BMW.
@Chipslice What 'heritage'. The modern Mini owes nothing to the original. It's a BMW with a fancy badge.
@hejhoppification You might find that more than 1 person commented on it, so the 'Popped Collar' guy, aka, Me, isn't the only person who spotted it.
@minibus1351 the mini is "probably" better to drive... on what grounds?
@jamesysam002 most of the room will be bias to the front though with the rear seats i do believe that its designed to force you more into the centre rather than so far to the sides. how tall is your mate? and other than those minor flaws still interested in buying?
I would prefer my b7 rs4 quattro (sprint blue pearl). The ride is so much better, i have test drived one of these and all i can say is sh*t. Very jerky, hardly any headroom, trunk (boot) space is tiny, the only thing on this car that is probably the best is the engine. It's tuned and has a wonderful high pitched (rs4 sounding) note to it.
@TheLoneJester I think the point is that its a pain in the arse.
Why couldn't they have made it electronic?
Does it have hill hold
Still its mechanics get kicket by the fiat punto from 1900
the backseat is quite an issue...
@minibus1351 that doesn't mean the Audi can't be...
the 2010-present Audi A1 is assembled in
Brussels, Belgium
I freaking lol'ed!!
A1=Polo!
@ferguswong77 But in that category, Citroen DS, Fiat 500, Mini even, your head doesn't touch the roof?
I happen to be that 'Fat guy' so why don't you think about how you come across before you decide to shun whoever is there, delivering their own opinions.
@flylxy Why, are you willing to give it to him? lol...
you mean a series of shunts?
@Taylor40667 I can't really believe that... :-D
There making an rs1!
I still don't understand why people would choose this from a Mini Cooper S. I mean Mini is probably better to drive and it has the history. I guess it's new so It will sell well. Especially people who would want to get into a luxury brand. I've heard next gen Mini comes out in 2012.