But when needed it can send 100% of available TQ to the rear. I wouldn't completely rule the newer(2009+) A3 out. The haldex Gen 4 is nothing like the previous Gen 2.

 

Well, here lies the problem. First of all, once you load the legacy up with Audi standards (leather, blah blah blah) the price difference isn't that huge. Further more, the 4 banger is so so, and the 6 isn't the greatest either. The 4WD system is indeed great, but the quality isn't in the same league. I will go this weekend to VW, and check out the 5 door GTI.

The lease price on a Legacy with leather is in the low $300s to mid $300s. The A4 is $399. Once optioned equally, the difference is not that great. I will however, agree that when you start loading these cars with options, that's when the price starts to balloon.

 

How about the VW R32? Too small? GTi sized with a strong torquey six, AWD and DSG auto tranny. Down side for you though is two-doors. Retains re-sale value well.

 

how about the Golf Wagon (aka jetta wagon). I'd save a bit of $ and have even more of a trunk.

I love the A3, but I don't think I could justify the cost.

 

[QUOTE=NFRs2000NYC,May 26 2010, 03:09 PM] Well, here lies the problem.

 

The cars on the menu now are the 4 door gti, the A4, and the legacy. The a3 has been dropped for the gti. I thought about it and figured this....in NJ, we get very few serious snow days. On those days, I can just take the crv IF I need to drive and call it a day. For the rest of the time, 2wd should suffice, so the gti might be a good idea. I will go to the dealers this weekend and see what's what.

 

I made this very statement to my neighbor last Thursday. The last gen Legacy Spec-B is a really great drivers car...if you need 4 doors and need to look professional at work. A sleeper car that flew under the radar.