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Comfort, Safety, and Performance

Two Ways You'll Find Them in One Place (And for Under $40K)

    Comfort, safety, good looks, and exceptional performance - especially in Florida's unpredictable weather. That's what you want in a car, isn't it?

    And, you want to receive it for the best value. Right?

    Good, because our people at Braman Motorcars recently conducted a comparison test on two brand new cars that we think provide you exactly that.

    Our factory-certified experts Lee Aksoy and Nick Patel compared the brand new 2011 Audi A4 with the brand new 2011 BMW 328i. The previous versions of these models have been wildly-popular award winners, so discovering what the 2011's offer is exciting. We inspected everything from the driver's seat to the passenger airbags and engineering. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so we added some pictures for you to inspect that yourself.

    The results? We think you'll find them informative and exciting. Above all, we hope you find them helpful so you can decide if these brand new cars are right for you.

A Smooth Ride with Total Comfort

The 2011 AUDI A4

By Lee Aksoy
Braman Certified Audi Specialist
Braman Audi - West Palm Beach

   Let's start with comfort, because there's plenty of it in the new A4. In fact, more front and rear legroom than any other car in it's class. It's comfortable for everyone in the car because the seats are equipped with genuine leather and 3 zone air-conditioning. Additionally, the A4's central control system makes it easy for you to customize driving preferences for total comfort.

    Best-in-class fuel economy comes with every 2011 Audi A4 because the economical two liter, turbocharged four-cylinder engine lets you drive the city or highway with great efficiency. The A4's transmission technology senses and adapts to your driving style so you receive an easier, smoother, and more comfortable ride. These abilities combine for exceptional distance performance, making the A4 well-suited for Florida's Turnpike or I-95.

    Performance benefits of the 2011 A4 also include Audi's Quattro all-wheel drive system, which increases your driving control by keeping all 4 tires in contact with the road at all times, no matter what. Quattro is a great safety feature for Florida's predictable afternoon wet driving conditions.

    Speaking of safety, the systems on the 2011 A4 are 5 Star crash rated, so you and your passengers can be confident that you have the greatest possible protection in collisions.

    Additionally, the seats on the new A4 restrain and support your upper body and head in a collision, helping prevent neck and back injuries. And, the 8 airbags on the A4 protect your head and stop debris from entering the car, so you can be protected from injury after the initial impact.

    Audi's award-winning safety systems make the A4 the highest safety rated vehicle in class.

    We found the 2011 A4 gives you a luxurious, smooth ride while delivering world-class safety to keep you and your passengers protected on the road. However, it's not the only Braman Motorcars vehicle that provides you with outstanding comfort, safety, and performance.

Acceleration, Handling, & Braking Worthy of a Racetrack

The 2011 BMW 328i

By Nick Patel
Braman Certified Client Advisor
Braman BMW - West Palm Beach

    While you can enter, start, and drive the 2011 328i without ever taking the key out of your pocket - perfect for a comfortable escape from Florida's heat - we found that the 328i is still built first and foremost for drivability.

    When I say 'drivability', I mean performance, handling, and safety. So, if you like feeling the road while feeling safe on the road at the same time, I encourage you to keep reading.

    The 2011 328i powers your driving experience with a three liter, six-cylinder engine that takes you from 0 to 60 in less time than it took to you read this sentence (6.4 seconds). It also delivers the quickness you expect from a sport-sedan, because it's rear-wheel drive system gives you the torque and weight transfer you need for superb acceleration.

    That same rear-wheel drive system provides effortless handling in the new 328i because it delivers the traction, braking, and steering radius to easily maneuver the car.

     I totally believe that these braking and handling features are part of the reason why the 328i has a storied performance pedigree today. You often see magazines compare the 328i to cars with more horsepower, but the 328i still wins. If you look at the results, they say it's because of the 328's better braking, handling, and overall control.

    Overall control is - of course - related to safety. The new 328i is equipped to keep you safe in a number of ways, including tires that allow you to safely reach your destination even if you get a flat tire. Because of the screws, nails, and other debris from construction currently sitting on Florida's roads, such as the unending construction project called I95, these run-flat tires can keep you safe and get you to your destination on a daily basis.

    Safety is also built in to the design of the 328, like the door-anchoring system that acts like a cage to protect you and whoever else may be in the cabin with you, in case of a collision. This protection is also enhanced by front, side, and rear airbags as well as crash sensors that automatically turns on your hazard lights and unlocks every door to prevent you from being trapped inside the vehicle. The hazard lights lets others know that you need help.

   The 2011 BMW 328i delivers outstanding performance in a sports sedan while it's safety features remain unrivaled.

Results

     Our experts found that both of these cars are outstanding, but that they're designed for two different types of drivers. If you're a driver who likes the smooth comfort of a bigger car, the 2011 Audi A4 is probably better suited for you - especially if you drive longer distances and often have passengers in the backseat.

     If you're a city driver who depends on the tight handling and quick braking of a smaller, more agile car, the 2011 BMW 328i is most likely better for your needs.

    Both of these cars give you tremendous safety features, so you won't have to sacrifice on safety with either choice. And, with all their capabilities, they both provide you with tremendous value for your driving dollar.

    How much value? We think the value they offer you can't be negotiated, but what you actually pay for them can be. So, contact Braman Motorcars now for more information on these outstanding 2011 sports sedans today.

    To make an immediate appointment to test drive either the Audi A4 with Lee or the BMW 328i with Nick, contact our VIP Reservation Department at 866-774-9140 or email at rsvp@bramanmc.com .

The 2011 Audi A4 is available at Braman Audi West Palm Beach.
The 2011 BMW 328i is available at Braman BMW West Palm Beach and at our new location in Jupiter.

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