chi123

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I'm looking to get a daily driver that's AWD so I can use it in the winter with less headaches. Currently I have an IS350 so I'll drive it occasionally in good weather. I'm also looking for a car that can be tuned and modded. I've dropped maybe $8-10K on my IS and it's cosmetic with only intake and exhaust for performance. After doing research, I've come down to either an Evo X or Audi S4. The Evo X goes for $20-25K and the B8 S4 goes for $25-30K. The Evo X GSR's I'm seeing are pretty much "base", no sunroof, power seats, NAV or any of that. The S4 is loaded with NAV, back-up camera, sunshades, etc. I could care less about labor for repairs because I know how to work on cars. But knowing what you know about these two cars, what would you choose? Don't say Lexus lol. Lexus cars are great and customer service has been phenomenal but I don't want two Lexus cars.

Hoovey689

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If those are the two I like the S4 because it doesn't sacrifice the luxury. Evo while a monster is too pleblian for my own needs.

Joeb427

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S4 ftw!!!

KevinGS

S4 is the no-brainer decision for me.

Fizzboy7

S4 is far more substantial and classier.

cino

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I would wait for Special Edition Evo X, the last Evo X. If they really up the power to 350-370hp, and FQ360 suspension, it will eat most of the cars on the road. Plus, Mitsubishi claim creature comfort for the 2015 model. Wait for special edition Evo X and test drive both.

Edit: Realized you're looking for a winter car. Should look into the new WRX. You can easily get the new WRX to STI/S4/EvoX performance and handling for much less money. Symmetrical AWD will outperform most AWD system in the winter.

mmarshall

Personally, between the two, I think the S4, though costing more. would be a far more pleasant and refined car to own as a daily driver. The Evo, especially older models, though sharp-handling, is a noisy, unrefined buzz-box with a very harsh ride over bumps that can jar the s*** out of you. In addition, Mitsubushi dealerships are notoriously few and far between......depending on where you live, you may have to go some distance to get to one. Audi dealerships, in general, are more plentiful...though still not like Ford or Chevy.

Vladi

For 2015 Evo X will have a plush ride if you opt for loaded MR model. Still no wing though.

Blackraven

It would be nice if they offered the FQ440 MR outside of the United Kingdom



Also, another awesome car is the

AUDI S5 SPORTBACK

mmarshall

I take it you're joking.

Motor

Evolution X.

ISFPOWER

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i rather have top of he line car like evo x than s4 when i know the rs4 is available.

Kira X

iTrader: (24)

I'd go with the Evo X.

Whitigir

Raw performance = less luxurious technologies = less weight = better handling = lighter chassis

I would do Evo X, but since the Evo X build quality is a joke, I went with the 15 STI. Love it !!

babyeater

Evo before the audi any day

audis are for people with too much money and no imagination haha

Here's a spanner in the works if you want comfort and performance without looking like a (audi driver) get an impreza sti not as harsh as the evo