172 vs 182

[maxjones08]

Hi there!

I've had my heart set on a 182 for quite some time now, but looking into it maybe a 172 could be an option. The only deciding factor on the 182 was the dual exhaust.

I drive about 26 miles a day on average but looking for something that I can use on my commute and take out on the weekend round some country roads.

Do 172's have cruise control as well as the 182 ff and is it easy enough finding/installing a 182 style exhaust on a 172?

Thanks for all the answers!

 

[PP200t]

I'll answer before you get told to search, although there is a good guide in the guides section about differences if you search :wink:
A late 2003-04 172 will have cruise control yes, earlier than that won't. K-tec do a 182 style exhaust or a custom place would fabricate you one and a 182 rear bumper is easy enough to find. Other differences are wheels and manifold and other little bits.
I've had both and to be honest with the prices as they are it really depends on your budget.

 

[Dannyeff]

Hi there!

I've had my heart set on a 182 for quite some time now, but looking into it maybe a 172 could be an option. The only deciding factor on the 182 was the dual exhaust.

I drive about 26 miles a day on average but looking for something that I can use on my commute and take out on the weekend round some country roads.

Do 172's have cruise control as well as the 182 ff and is it easy enough finding/installing a 182 style exhaust on a 172?

Thanks for all the answers!

Would it not just be easier to buy a 182?

 

[maxjones08]

Would it not just be easier to buy a 182?

Would be easier but generally speaking between £500-£1000 more expensive in some cases. Just thought it would be worth knowing the difference before I bought

 

[Dannyeff]

u can pick up a cheap 182 for 2k. i nearly got 1 for 1600 with 64000 miles on it. probs one of the best i seen, small scrape on the side thought.

 

[Dan]

Just get the best one available (FSH, low miles etc etc) it doesnt matter which one tbh both do the same job.

 

[Willo40]

I got my FF182, service history, belts done, just under 90k, really good condition for a lot less than 2k, there are bargains out there if you look......

 

[warwickstingray]

172's and 182's are fairly interchangeable. If both are 100% fit the 182 is quicker but not so that you'd notice in daily driving and with mass production involved a huge gap in performance is unlikely. The only real advantage to the 182 is the cup packs where you can get a more aggressive setup like the 172 cup and still keep all the toys. If your not doing occasional track days I'd stick with the standard models as they have a more compliant ride.

The Cup versions are good for the occasional track day but seeing as it's quite common to refresh the suspension with Cup parts and uprated springs or fit coilovers you can start with pretty much anyone.

Bear in mind the cup packed 182 has different hubs to the rest with a bigger damper bolt spacing so choice for aftermarket parts is reduced.

You won't be disappointed by a 172 unless your a torque addict (the 182 isn't much of an improvement in that respect) and if so you shouldn't be looking at N/A hot hatches anyway.

 

[N4TH4N]

If you choose 182, ensure it has had its exhaust replaced as I'm now finding out the hard way!

 

[Stefan.]

If you choose 182, ensure it has had its exhaust replaced as I'm now finding out the hard way!

Not really a deciding factor as an exhaust is a personal thing i.e some prefer loud others quite

Buy the best condition with belts/dephaser been done, with receipts to prove for any work done

 

[Goodj]

All true statements above.
Also, if you get a 172, why not just have a hidden exhaust? Cheaper, for one thing.

But, importantly...

 

[N4TH4N]

Not really a deciding factor as an exhaust is a personal thing i.e some prefer loud others quite

Buy the best condition with belts/dephaser been done, with receipts to prove for any work done

I was meaning that ensuring it hasn't still got the OEM one on!

 

[Ex-User (19928)]

Just buy based on condition and being local to you. There's 172s that are faster than 182s and vice versa so don't assume 182s are automatically quicker.

Yes 182 has dual exhausts, but 172 has a spare wheel, and I'm sure if you get a flat you won't be standing at the back of the car thinking "Damn those twin exhausts look cool".

 

[N4TH4N]

^^ This is true.

 

[Stefan.]

I was meaning that ensuring it hasn't still got the OEM one on!

So read my post again lol

 

[Joew182]

i looked at a blue 172 cup, but walked away as it just wasnt right. now have a black 182, and im so glad i got the one i have, automatic lights/wipers, xenons and a nicer interior more than make up for an ever so slightly different exterior (spoiler/splitter/wheels).
jeff simply - where are you from?? it says east sussex, as am i!

 

[LeeRS]

I'll answer before you get told to search, although there is a good guide in the guides section about differences if you search :wink:
A late 2003-04 172 will have cruise control yes, earlier than that won't. K-tec do a 182 style exhaust or a custom place would fabricate you one and a 182 rear bumper is easy enough to find. Other differences are wheels and manifold and other little bits.
I've had both and to be honest with the prices as they are it really depends on your budget.

I have an 04 172 and no cruise control. Not that I ever wanted it.

 

[PP200t]

Was yours an import @LeeRS ?

 

[LeeRS]

not as far as I know? 1 owner before me and he was a welsh guy.

 

[PP200t]

Oh right, unless it was built and then sat for a bit, I'm sure late 2003 build onwards had cruise/esp. Might be wrong though, wouldn't be the first time!

 

[Willo40]

I have to say, the one thing that pisses me off on my FF182 is the auto wipers, I wish you could have the option to turn them off and use the intermittent manual option, apart from that I really like it...

 

[George182]

I have to say, the one thing that pisses me off on my FF182 is the auto wipers, I wish you could have the option to turn them off and use the intermittent manual option, apart from that I really like it...

You do have that option...

 

[Willo40]

You do have that option...

Can you switch them off?, I am probably being really thick here.....

 

[N4TH4N]

Switching them on would be to place the stalk in position one before starting the car up. Obviously turning them off is the reverse of that. (Y)

 

[Willo40]

Switching them on would be to place the stalk in position one before starting the car up. Obviously turning them off is the reverse of that. (Y)

Well that's not strictly true, because you can do that after you start the car, save flattening your battery, but thanks for the heads up...

 

[N4TH4N]

Well whatever yeah. Same difference. The outcome is the same.