I would be tempted by the golf R if i had not ordered a GTI but i think the S3 with its far superior standard equipment and large 10%+ discounts would tempt me away from much higher priced golf R. The S3 also a prooven product with any design and build flaws ironed out now, it maybe older and near replacment but that can be a plus as i just pointed out. The SEAT leon R or cupra are just too rounded a look for my liking and the visability out of them is too compromised. The RS is just to essex boy for me.