The latest OEM stuff looks like they have been putting some effort into it (& realising it's important). It's certainly needed as these are not straightforward cars to fit high end stuff into.
My upgrades are now complete. I've removed the original Alpine speakers and replaced with Kicker KS series - 6x9 in the back, 6x4 in the doors (I've also got some 4" tweeters that I have yet to find a spot in the car for)
Finally, Ive added a Pioneer WX140DA sub woofer fitted over the passengers knees. The OEM Alpine class D amp remains in place (under passengers feet).
Some of this is pretty straightforward (rear speakers). The door speakers are easy once you have managed to get the door card off, which is tricky.
Finally, there's the Sub. This is a bit of a compromise as it's only a basic model. However, it does fit (just) in the space available and can't be seen in normal use of the car. Considering thats its fairly basic (£170) it's still fairly punchy and still has a tight, controlled response up to about 75%. Actually better than I'd expected.
Total spent was about £600
Overall, the sound system is signilficantly better than OEM. It's highs have a richer texture and the lows are punchy and better defined. The acid test .... "play something you like" and it's easy to get drawn in and start enjoying it lift you and become part of the drive.
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