Hi there,
I'd be interested to hear how the switch has gone for you.
I have a 330D touring myself and as it's a slow day in work, I'm looking at ways to waste money
I'm quite keen to get a B8 just to have enjoyed the ownership experience (well hopefully enjoyed!).
Not looking for a low mileage cherished example as it will be my daily. I've seen one but it does have a few mods which I do wonder about (Although all mine are modded in some way
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Hi Edd, I loved both cars. For me personally:
The 330d was borderline the perfect family “do it all” wagon, I think only trumped by a 530d. It did lack a little soul though, typically German excellence but a bit sterile as a result.
The RS4 was an emotional event everytime you got in comparison. Two years older and 30k more miles, but still solid. It wanted to be driven hard all the time, and sounded fantastic on full gas. My kids adored it, wife hated it, other RS drivers always wanted to race it
The 330d handled better, the RS4 was marginally more comfortable and a little more practical (really small differences).
RS4 was more expensive to run, the fuel is no joke. DRC suspension is something to watch for and an expensive fit. Make sure to find one with a full history and ensure these oil extras have been done on time. Discs are expensive too. Here’s a snapshot of addition bits per Audi e.g:
Audi Additional Service Requirements:
- Front Final Drive: renew gearbox oil – Every 20,000 miles.
- Dual Clutch Gearbox S-Tronic: Replace ATF filter and ATF fluid – Every 40,000 miles.
- Rear Final Drive : Replace final drive oil – Every 40,000 miles.
- Rear Final Drive : Replace ATF fluid – Every 40,000 miles.
- Engine Air Filter : Replace both filters – Every 60,000 miles.
- Engine Spark Plugs : Replace all 8 – Every 60,000 miles or 6 years. Whichever comes first.
- Front Brake Discs – Replace at the minimum 32.4mm thickness.
- Rear Brake Discs – Replace at the minimum 20mm thickness.
- Front Brake Pads – replace at 10mm (includes backing and damper plate).
- Rear Brake Pads – replace at 7mm (includes backing and damper plate).
TLDR:
Both great cars
330d is efficient German engineering
RS4 is the party animal brother that wants you to do shots at 100mph with the dog sellotaped to the floor of the boot.
I’d make the swap for the engine experience alone