Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Audi has highest German-made value retention. Buy a 1-year old certified pre-owned and save the 20% depreciation in the first year. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Audi is well known for their engineering prowess, and that was a big plus for me. They may not be the best-knwon luxury make, but they are making a big push in the U.S. market for brand awareness. At the dealer, customer treatment is extraordinary! see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 105hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
The Audis are known have reliable engines (except maybe for 2.0TDI) and offer a very well balanced ride. Also the finishing, materials and styling in the interior are of high quality. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
I love pulling into a parking lot and having the nicest car. Audi brings respect. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Owned three - all bulletproof, best interiors in the business, high safety margin see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Reputation for quality influenced decision to buy. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Premium small car with big car features, well built with good handling see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review |
Honda Fit Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Honda has a known reputation for lasting without issues. I owned a Honda Civic in the past and never had any issues over 70,000 miles of driving. see full Honda Fit review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
see depreciation see full Honda Fit review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well regarded...great resale value see full Honda Fit review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Always heard good things see full Honda Fit review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had a Honda Accord prior and was pretty happy with the overall quality. see full Honda Fit review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have owned several Honda products and all have been stellar. see full Honda Fit review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
When you buy a Honda you expect the value to stay high and should have few mechanical issues. see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
company focus on safety independent of trim line, reliable, durable, practical cars see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Honda has a very good reputation for building quality vehicles that last a long time. see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Reliablity see full Honda Fit review |
Honda Fit Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Honda is basically resting on its past laurels with this car. It could be the best car sold here in the USA. Honda's new Accord is fairly quiet, but it seems that they have ignored the vast majority complaining that their cars are noisy for years!. They seem to be associating ambient noise as an acceptable quirk. No longer. There are smaller more efficient cars that are a lot quieter. Being the most reliable does not equate to truly being in love with the car. If this car was quieter or smoother riding, I would absolutely buy it even with the price premium. Until then however, my money is better spent elsewhere. see full Honda Fit review |