Those in the market for a sporty coupe are spoilt for choice in 2022, with fantastic five-and-six-cylinder options from the likes of BMW, Toyota and Audi. How does BMW's M240i compare with two key rivals when it comes to running costs, though?
The humble performance hatchback has evolved from a basic performance machine into a value-packed allrounder that can be used for a variety of driving tasks. There is a new i30 N available locally, now with a dual-clutch automatic gearbox, but how does its running costs compare with two well-established rivals?
Today we will compare the i30 N with two similarly priced rivals, namely the Volkswagen Golf GTI and the BMW 128ti. All three models feature petrol engines and automatic gearboxes. The question today is, which has the lowest running costs?
The figures
Comparing the trio
Purchase price
The models that we have chosen for this comparison are competitors from a pricing and body-style perspective, with petrol engines and automatic gearboxes. Monthly instalments are calculated throughout 72 months with a 10% deposit and no balloon or residual. The interest rate is set at 10%.
BMW M240i
With the instalment parameters in place, the M240i will work out at R17 735 per month over 72 months.
Toyota GR Supra
With the instalment parameters in place, the Supra will work out at R18 524 per month over 72 months.
Audi TT RS
With the instalment parameters in place, the TT RS will work out at R19 418 per month over 72 months.
Fuel consumption
Our contenders all feature high-performance turbocharged petrol engines with automatic gearboxes. Both the BMW and Toyota feature the same B58 straight-six engine and 8-speed automatic gearbox, however, the traction and power advantage of the BMW is offset slightly by the Toyota’s lower kerb weight. The most powerful and indeed, the faster car on paper is the Audi. The Toyota is the lightest on fuel on paper, however, a real-world test would likely yield similar consumption figures.
Service plans
The BMW and Audi both come with the 5-year/100 000km maintenance plans while the Toyota only has a service plan.
Verdict
Having looked at the data, in the first five years of ownership, we are confident that the BMW M240i will be more affordable to run than both the Toyota Supra and Audi TT RS in terms of running costs.
Sean NurseWith a lifelong passion for cars, bikes, and motorsport, Sean knew that attaining a degree in journalism would allow him to pursue his passion, which was to be a motoring journalist. After graduating in 2012, Sean was awarded a bursary from the SAGMJ which allowed him to work for a variety of motoring publications. This was a dream come true for Sean, and after a year of gaining vital industry experience, he was hired as a motoring journalist at a local newspaper and worked his way up to editor. In 2020, Sean joined the AutoTrader team and counts himself lucky to wake up and genuinely love what he does for a living.View News & Reviews
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