StuRS
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Hi
This is my first post and I am currently looking for a replacement for my 06 Astra 1.6 Sxi 5dr and I have a few questions about the Cupra R and FR Tdi
The leon Cupra R or tdi FR both match my criteria for looks and 5 doors although I have not had a chance to drive them although there are one of each local to me at 2 Seat dealers which I hope to test soon. I love the sound of a petrol turbo, but with diesels being so good now days I cannot ignore them. However, I only do 6k a year. (not trying to start a debate on which is better, that is for me to decide )
Insurance wise, the FR Tdi is about £320, the LCR £380 so no issues with that. Tax obviously, I think its £140 for the FR (same as Astra), and guessing £205 (band F) for LCR? so about £130 more to run the LCR a year. 15mpg difference will be about £250 more at the pump for my mileage so in total the LCR will be +£400 a year.
I used to own a Fiat Coupe 20vt but sold it last March and purchaced the above Astra for practical reasons. Now while the Astra is a very good car, it doesnt have the fun factor that the Fiat Coupe had. So I am now looking for a happy medium between the two.
So far I have driven a Focus ST (great drive, awful mpg), Astra VXR (too agressive for day to day imo, 3dr) and the new Civic 2.2 ctdi (great car but seems to have some niggling faults that havent yet been ironed out, think the looks may age quite quickly).
I had looked at the Leon briefly last year but forgot about them as I dont see many around . My wife also likes them
Comparison between the two
Interior
Apart from the red stitching and multi cd on the LCR, I am guessing the interior and seats are the same?
Exterior
The Red LCR and Black FR TDI that I have seen appear to look the same (ie wheels & bumpers), apart from lack of brembos and 1" on the wheels, is that pretty much it?
boot space
I have seen from other posts that the boot it big enough to be child proof, but what about golf clubs? Does a normal golf bag fit without having to take clubs out? How many golf bags can you get in (roughly)?
Common Faults / Servicing Costs
Are there any faults with either the LCR or the FR tdi? I have read about the LCR coilpacks braking down under load (was also a problem on the Fiat Coupe) and the MAF (I believe also an occational issue on the Fiat Coupe) and I dont see these as anything major.
Anything else to be aware of on either?
From what I have seen recently Diesel is pretty much the same as petrol to service?
A favour?
Lastly. I am in Chelmsford Essex, does anyone local(ish) have a LCR or a chipped TDi FR that they wouldnt mind taking me out in or walking me around pointing out anything that I need to look out for when looking at one (even at a SEAT dealer)
Sorry for all the questions
Many thanks
This is my first post and I am currently looking for a replacement for my 06 Astra 1.6 Sxi 5dr and I have a few questions about the Cupra R and FR Tdi
The leon Cupra R or tdi FR both match my criteria for looks and 5 doors although I have not had a chance to drive them although there are one of each local to me at 2 Seat dealers which I hope to test soon. I love the sound of a petrol turbo, but with diesels being so good now days I cannot ignore them. However, I only do 6k a year. (not trying to start a debate on which is better, that is for me to decide )
Insurance wise, the FR Tdi is about £320, the LCR £380 so no issues with that. Tax obviously, I think its £140 for the FR (same as Astra), and guessing £205 (band F) for LCR? so about £130 more to run the LCR a year. 15mpg difference will be about £250 more at the pump for my mileage so in total the LCR will be +£400 a year.
I used to own a Fiat Coupe 20vt but sold it last March and purchaced the above Astra for practical reasons. Now while the Astra is a very good car, it doesnt have the fun factor that the Fiat Coupe had. So I am now looking for a happy medium between the two.
So far I have driven a Focus ST (great drive, awful mpg), Astra VXR (too agressive for day to day imo, 3dr) and the new Civic 2.2 ctdi (great car but seems to have some niggling faults that havent yet been ironed out, think the looks may age quite quickly).
I had looked at the Leon briefly last year but forgot about them as I dont see many around . My wife also likes them
Comparison between the two
Interior
Apart from the red stitching and multi cd on the LCR, I am guessing the interior and seats are the same?
Exterior
The Red LCR and Black FR TDI that I have seen appear to look the same (ie wheels & bumpers), apart from lack of brembos and 1" on the wheels, is that pretty much it?
boot space
I have seen from other posts that the boot it big enough to be child proof, but what about golf clubs? Does a normal golf bag fit without having to take clubs out? How many golf bags can you get in (roughly)?
Common Faults / Servicing Costs
Are there any faults with either the LCR or the FR tdi? I have read about the LCR coilpacks braking down under load (was also a problem on the Fiat Coupe) and the MAF (I believe also an occational issue on the Fiat Coupe) and I dont see these as anything major.
Anything else to be aware of on either?
From what I have seen recently Diesel is pretty much the same as petrol to service?
A favour?
Lastly. I am in Chelmsford Essex, does anyone local(ish) have a LCR or a chipped TDi FR that they wouldnt mind taking me out in or walking me around pointing out anything that I need to look out for when looking at one (even at a SEAT dealer)
Sorry for all the questions
Many thanks
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