Naturally Aspirated Cars

Cliffhanger · 5 Mar 2019 at 11:47

I am looking for a car with naturally aspirated engine as I dislike all turbo ones.

My favourite is a Toyota gt86, are there any other ones about new or used under £15k.

Cliffhanger · 5 Mar 2019 at 12:00

Well I am 6ft4 and have two small kids so 4 seater or 2+2 is ok.

Also don’t want huge running costs as I have another car to run.

Cliffhanger · 5 Mar 2019 at 12:41

Anything NA that fits my size.

I am turning 40 this year and never really had anything sporty, so looking for a NA car, 4 seats min, under 10 secs 0-60, petrol and too expensive to run.

Cliffhanger · 5 Mar 2019 at 13:26

Dont want another AWD as my other car is a Honda CRV. This is a car for me to commute in.

I used to have a Mini Cooper which could fit the whole family in.

I do like the Cooper S but don’t want a turbo.

Also I ain’t no mechanic.

Cliffhanger · 5 Mar 2019 at 14:39

Chucklevision said:
Can I ask why you don’t like turbo engines?

In the past I have owned mainly NA cars, and two turbo petrols. Both were not very fuel efficient for my commute. My current Toyota Yaris is NA and find it very rev happy, would keep it but it’s my wife’s car and a little small for me, hence the wanting of a 4 seater sports car.

Cliffhanger · 5 Mar 2019 at 15:08

So which are the best newer turbo engines then?

Cliffhanger · 5 Mar 2019 at 16:02

I went down the hot hatch route and most of the cars I sat in were just too small; Ford Fiesta ST, VW Polo Gti, Clio RS, 208 Gti. Don’t want a big saloon as I prefer the 2dr/3dr option. The problem with me is I have more leg than body. I sat in the Gt86 and there was enough room. Also had a Mini Cooper which was roomy.

Cliffhanger · 6 Mar 2019 at 09:39

After much deliberation and seems most of all you on these forums recommend the new turbo petrols as they are more efficient and have less turbo lag.

So with these recommendations I am slightly swaying away from NA cars.

I have been over all the cars I like and found which best fits my situation and size.

I have narrowed it down to two cars:

Ford Fiesta ST (Mk7)
Mini Cooper S (2014-16)

I have driven the ST and found it to be very quick and I fitted in it.

Never driven a Cooper S although I had a 2012 Cooper D so the fit is fine.

What are your thoughts?

Cliffhanger · 6 Mar 2019 at 11:33

Trouble is, there are cars I like.

But in the end there are cars that suit me having 36” inside leg.

Cliffhanger · 6 Mar 2019 at 13:25

Lashout_UK said:
Try the new Swift Sport, too, if you're looking at new/nearly new hatches now; I actually prefer elements of it to the Fiesta. Could do with an aftermarket exhaust/intake, though...

Already sat in one... too small.

My legs were wedges under the steering wheel.

Cliffhanger · 7 Mar 2019 at 13:58

To be honest I had my mind set on a GT86/BRZ from the start and think that’s what I’ll be getting.

So turbos can get lost cos I WANT NA.

Just need to decide on either an auto or manual.

Cliffhanger · 7 Mar 2019 at 14:43

Lashout_UK said:
Manual, surely? Might as well get a turbocharged car if all you're going to do is bang a torque converter auto behind it (unless, of course, you need an automatic for a specific reason).

Well my commute is 15 miles of 75% traffic and 25% foot down and go.

My other car (2018 Honda CrV) has an autobox which had terrible pull away speed being an auto as it isn’t instant, so not sure on an auto.

Cliffhanger · 7 Mar 2019 at 15:11

Well I am gonna test both and let you know the outcome.

BRZ or GT86?????

Cliffhanger · 7 Mar 2019 at 16:04

I have owned 3 Toyotas and all of them have been bullet proof hence why I am looking at the GT86. The dealers have also been great aswell, much better than Nissan and Honda....

Cliffhanger · 7 Mar 2019 at 18:42

Anyone had an experience with the Honda CRZ.

Always like these cars but unsure in the fit.

Had a CRX Del Sol a few years back with a working electric roof.

Cliffhanger · 8 Mar 2019 at 10:16

Cliffhanger said:
Anyone had an experience with the Honda CRZ.

Always like these cars but unsure in the fit.

Had a CRX Del Sol a few years back with a working electric roof.

What about the Honda CR-Z.... any good?

Cliffhanger · 8 Mar 2019 at 12:56

I like the look of the BMW 2 Series.

I don’t I get anything to thirsty though, perhaps at 220i M-Sport...

Cliffhanger · 8 Mar 2019 at 13:39

I am on here to ask for advice on cars I am unsure of.

That’s all.....

Cliffhanger · 8 Mar 2019 at 16:35

Zeed said:
I'm Honda fanatic Here. And I Test Drove FIRST CRZ in UK booking it 8 month in advance cause wanted to buy one.
It's so slow id rather have my Fort Transit Diesel i drove at work than CRZ **** its slow

My mate from Birmingham owns one cause its economicalish and its hes daily.

CR-Z is fun... When You swap K20 in it :]

Thanks mate for the info I needed.

Cliffhanger · 8 Mar 2019 at 18:55

To be honest its cracking looking little car..... not bad for a honda.

I don’t want a stupidly fast car cos whats the point, I rather have a car I can fun in afterall I need a bit of exitement driving to work.

When I like a car its that moment you get out if it and look back and think wow thats a nice car.... and its mine.

Both the Honda CRZ and Toyota GT86 are cars I would like to have...... slow....whatever......comfy and quirky.....yes.