BMW 316 or Audi A4 1.6?

2007 BMW 316 or Audi A4 1.6? Which one is better?

Jason Kenneally (Clare)

Jul 2012 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi Jason,

Before we look at the numbers our preference would definitely be the BMW. That A4 was at the end of its life cycle and so the 3 Series is a generation ahead as such. Saying that, you may get more for your money in the Audi making it more tempting.

The numbers back that up. The 316i is considerably quicker with 122hp and 160Nm of torque (vs. 101hp and 148Nm in the Audi). Not only that, but the BMW is way more economical, using 5.9 litres/100km (47.9mpg) on the combined cycle to the A4's 7.7 litres/100km (36.7mpg). That's partly thanks to a six-speed gearbox in the BMW, where the Audi makes do with five ratios.

Our money: the BMW.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Adviser
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