I've been debating back and forth between the Ti with sport pack or the QV. Is the QV really worth the extra $30K?
I had the opportunity of driving the Ti and QV, back to back. There is a big difference between the cars, and it's more than just the extra power.
First I drove the Ti. I was very impressed by the overall layout and driving positing. The sport seats are very comfortable and adjustable to fit anybody. As other reviewers have noted, I do think some of the interior materials look "cheap". The lower door panels and top of the dashboard look like they belong in a Kia. I like the display screen nicely integrated into the dash, not like some Ipad just dropped on the dash... very slick. The drive was very good; responsive acceleration, good power, excellent steering and sporty suspension. The ride was soft, but controlled. I noticed very little lag. There was a slight hesitancy on downshifts, but I think this affects most auto transmissions. All in all a very good, sporty car that is a great DD. I would have been very happy with the Ti.
Unfortunately, I then drove the QV. It blew the Ti away.
On approach, QV looks more muscular and lower to the ground. The front fascia and splitter give it an ominous look. The interior is obviously very similar, but improved. The dash is leather-wrapped and really changes the feel of the cabin. The contrast stitching, extensive CF and alcantara make a big difference. The alcantara seat inserts are very comfortable and keep your back side firmly in place. This QV had the regular seats, which are excellent. There is a distinct growl upon pressing the red ignition button. There is obviously waaay more power in the OV, but that was not all. The feel is very different. The suspension is tighter. The steering sharper. I drove the same route with both cars, for a good comparison. I felt more confidence in the QV, carying more speed into the turns. Very well planted, flat and no drama coming out of the corners. The Ti felt more "floaty". I drove in the multiple settings (except race mode, since I was not allowed:frown2
. The "N" mode in the QV feels like the "D" mode in the TI. The "D" moI've been debating back and forth between the Ti with sport pack or the QV. Is the QV really worth the extra $30K?
I had the opportunity of driving the Ti and QV, back to back. There is a big difference between the cars, and it's more than just the extra power.
First I drove the Ti. I was very impressed by the overall layout and driving positing. The sport seats are very comfortable and adjustable tofit anybody. As other reviewers have noted, I do think some of the interior materialslook "cheap". The lower door panels and top of the dashboard look like they belong ina Kia. I like the display screen nicely integrated into the dash, not like some Ipadjust dropped on the dash... very slick. Thedrive was very good; responsive acceleration, good power, excellent steering and sporty suspension. The ride was soft, but controlled. I noticed very little lag. There wasa slight hesitancy on downshifts, but I think this affects most auto transmissions. All in all a very good, sporty car that is a great DD. I would have been very happy with the Ti.
Unfortunately, I then drove the QV. It blew the Ti away.
On approach, QV looks more muscular and lower to the ground. The front fasciaand splitter give it an ominous look. The interior is obviously very similar, but improved. The dash is leather-wrapped and really changes the feel of the cabin. The contrast stitching, extensive CF and alcantaramake a big difference. The alcantaraseat inserts are very comfortable and keep your back side firmly in place. This QV had the regular seats, which are excellent.There is a distinct growl upon pressing the red ignition button. There is obviously waaaymore power in the OV, but that was not all. The feel is very different. The suspension is tighter. The steering sharper. I drove the same route with both cars, for a good comparison. I felt more confidence in the QV, caryingmore speed into the turns. Very well planted, flat and no
de is the perfect daily mode for the QV, though I wish the exhaust note of the "R" mode was available. I was allowed to rev the car in"R" mode, and the beast really comes alive. It also brakes better. Even with the standard iron Brembos.
So is the QV worth the extra cash?? **** yes!! But with one caveat. I will spec a "base" QV in the $75K range. It is an excellent car as is. One can add all the goodies, like CC brakes and Sparcos, but that takes the price close to $90K. That is too much for this car.
My advice. If you can afford it, go for the QV and don't look back! Don't test drive it unless you want to pay up.:wink2:
Just my 2 cents, of course.
I had the opportunity of driving the Ti and QV, back to back. There is a big difference between the cars, and it's more than just the extra power.
First I drove the Ti. I was very impressed by the overall layout and driving positing. The sport seats are very comfortable and adjustable to fit anybody. As other reviewers have noted, I do think some of the interior materials look "cheap". The lower door panels and top of the dashboard look like they belong in a Kia. I like the display screen nicely integrated into the dash, not like some Ipad just dropped on the dash... very slick. The drive was very good; responsive acceleration, good power, excellent steering and sporty suspension. The ride was soft, but controlled. I noticed very little lag. There was a slight hesitancy on downshifts, but I think this affects most auto transmissions. All in all a very good, sporty car that is a great DD. I would have been very happy with the Ti.
Unfortunately, I then drove the QV. It blew the Ti away.
On approach, QV looks more muscular and lower to the ground. The front fascia and splitter give it an ominous look. The interior is obviously very similar, but improved. The dash is leather-wrapped and really changes the feel of the cabin. The contrast stitching, extensive CF and alcantara make a big difference. The alcantara seat inserts are very comfortable and keep your back side firmly in place. This QV had the regular seats, which are excellent. There is a distinct growl upon pressing the red ignition button. There is obviously waaay more power in the OV, but that was not all. The feel is very different. The suspension is tighter. The steering sharper. I drove the same route with both cars, for a good comparison. I felt more confidence in the QV, carying more speed into the turns. Very well planted, flat and no drama coming out of the corners. The Ti felt more "floaty". I drove in the multiple settings (except race mode, since I was not allowed:frown2
. The "N" mode in the QV feels like the "D" mode in the TI. The "D" moI've been debating back and forth between the Ti with sport pack or the QV. Is the QV really worth the extra $30K?I had the opportunity of driving the Ti and QV, back to back. There is a big difference between the cars, and it's more than just the extra power.
First I drove the Ti. I was very impressed by the overall layout and driving positing. The sport seats are very comfortable and adjustable tofit anybody. As other reviewers have noted, I do think some of the interior materialslook "cheap". The lower door panels and top of the dashboard look like they belong ina Kia. I like the display screen nicely integrated into the dash, not like some Ipadjust dropped on the dash... very slick. Thedrive was very good; responsive acceleration, good power, excellent steering and sporty suspension. The ride was soft, but controlled. I noticed very little lag. There wasa slight hesitancy on downshifts, but I think this affects most auto transmissions. All in all a very good, sporty car that is a great DD. I would have been very happy with the Ti.
Unfortunately, I then drove the QV. It blew the Ti away.
On approach, QV looks more muscular and lower to the ground. The front fasciaand splitter give it an ominous look. The interior is obviously very similar, but improved. The dash is leather-wrapped and really changes the feel of the cabin. The contrast stitching, extensive CF and alcantaramake a big difference. The alcantaraseat inserts are very comfortable and keep your back side firmly in place. This QV had the regular seats, which are excellent.There is a distinct growl upon pressing the red ignition button. There is obviously waaaymore power in the OV, but that was not all. The feel is very different. The suspension is tighter. The steering sharper. I drove the same route with both cars, for a good comparison. I felt more confidence in the QV, caryingmore speed into the turns. Very well planted, flat and no
de is the perfect daily mode for the QV, though I wish the exhaust note of the "R" mode was available. I was allowed to rev the car in"R" mode, and the beast really comes alive. It also brakes better. Even with the standard iron Brembos.
So is the QV worth the extra cash?? **** yes!! But with one caveat. I will spec a "base" QV in the $75K range. It is an excellent car as is. One can add all the goodies, like CC brakes and Sparcos, but that takes the price close to $90K. That is too much for this car.
My advice. If you can afford it, go for the QV and don't look back! Don't test drive it unless you want to pay up.:wink2:
Just my 2 cents, of course.
