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The ATS was built on the all new RWD alpha platform which used the E46 as a benchmark. This chassis is exclusive to the ATS and new CTS. It shares nothing with FWD Buicks.. The F30 is better styled, it has a better powertrain, it's faster, and it has more interior room. It does not handle better. Last edited by ep_83; 11-20-2013 at 10:01 PM.. |
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The resale value drives the residual value in a lease, so the lower the resale, the higher the lease payment - so you are paying for a car that depreciates more.
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True, but manufacturers inflate their residuals to sell cars (BMW), so it's the bottom line payment after you've made your best deal that counts. Reason why in most cases you can buy your same optioned model for less off the used car lot rather than purchase your own at lease end.
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I frankly don't know if my ATS demo had "magnetic ride control". I acknowledge that the Cadillac brand is better than it used to be- I know the ATS is a new model. I wasn't impressed with the way the ATS handled. I want to test drive the CTS so I will give the ATS another try. Since I'm in NJ they'll be AWD versions. The fit, finish, and quality of materials used are inferior to the German and Japanese cars in the same class.
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The sedans wore horrible in driving dynamic compared to what they used to be in the past. ATS floaty? Try the new F30 and see how it will give you a sense on insecurity. The car feels very light and the suspension way too soft. It wobbles all the time. In a turn with slight road imperfections you will grab a hold of the steering wheel for dear life. The steering wheel feels very light at all speeds. Not a good idea at highway speeds. In a parking lot it is a delight however. The 428i is a different car and it does feel different. Suspension tune is much better and the steering feels just right. I guess it has some sport package perhaps. The steering does not feel light at high speed, it does feel just right. Suspension on the 428i makes the car feel more confident in turn at higher speed. Not perfect or to the point where it would put a big smile on my face, but better than the sedans. So, to say the new 3 series is the benchmark in the segment would be a gross overstatement. |
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I recently drove a 2014 Audi S6 (MSRP $81K), and I'm not sure you are correct. There are things I like about the 5 series and things I like about the A6/S6. If the S6 wasn't so boring looking from the outside, I'd say it's the clear winner.
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I'll take a loaded up 550 over an S6 every time.
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