Athletic hatch has the need for speed
PLEASE excuse the fine folk from Mini for developing a complex.
Over the before two years they have been in the sights of several manufacturers. All destitution a bigger slice of the premium small dream up market, and Audi has been successful in eroding some of Mini's dominance.
During the first half of 2011, the new A1 (that starts from about 30 flamboyant) has outsold Mini's three-door assortment and now there is a new player in town that takes aim at the high-end performers.
With underpinnings shared with the all-conquering Volkswagen Polo GTI, the A1 Deride comes packing plenty of punch but with a hedonistic edge.
It's the meanest looking fellow of the A1 stable that's focus is pure gig.
Comfort
Four-ringed treatment resonates through the shack.
There is a familiar feel to all Audi interiors, although the A1 has its superior buttons and operations mounted vertically on the throw rather than in a centre console dial.