Lets just say as long as you don't get;
Holden Barina, Honda Jazz 1.3L (or the 1.5L), Citroen C3 (hahaha funny stories about this one!), Renault 1.6L Clio, Mazda2 or any other new small car... you should be fine!
They sound horrible.
The Citroen C3 (which I have now) has a semi-auto function. But, it WON'T go into redline. As soon as it hits redline, it 'automatically' changes gear. Hit redline in first, it goes into second gear for about 3 seconds, then at 4,500rpm goes into third, then realises you flat sticking the accelerator and then goes BACK into 2nd. Gosh, what confusion! Seriously flawed, especially for the price!
As for the Clio 1.6L i had for 2 days... it was no where near as good as the Fiesta's engine. Although it is apparently quicker (didn't feel it) it was very noisy and didn't want to be opened up to the red line! Steering was very very light... lighter then even the Citroen C3!
Danny - Chill. I wasn't saying someone said it. I was basically stating it isn't a great 1.6L, although, for a new car I admit I'm yet to hear a nicer 1.6L engine
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Steven
'In fact, so good is the Clio 182 with the Cup chassis set-up that I feel moved to make a bold statement - I think it's the best hot hatch ever built.' (EVO Jan 04)
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