Feedback about Golf Mk 7

[Detach8]

The 7 DSG dry clutch DQ200 requires you to know how it works and drive it in a certain manner -- almost as if you would drive a manual that way but you'll have to imagine a dumbdumb stepping the clutch for you.

 

Between 10-15kph is the annoying spot for the DQ200. Go either below or above that, and the gearbox should be fine.

 

MSCP is bad for the DQ200.

[Ake109]

Hi Guy, I just wonder if it a good idea to purchased a used 2008 or earlier Golf and drive till end of COE)

 

For Jap car like toyota, its normal for car to tahan till 10 years for conti, I have my doubt.

 

Like to heard if there are alternative view on conti, esp golf which I really like.

 

Thanks

 

I think the older pre-08 Golt Gti with the 6 spd autos are built quite well. Just hard to find a good example since many were driven hard.

[Detach8]

I think the older pre-08 Golt Gti with the 6 spd autos are built quite well. Just hard to find a good example since many were driven hard.

GTIs have their fair share of engine-related problems as well, just not as serious as a dry clutch 7 DSG problem (if you kena).

 

Apart from that actually the car is a very nice car to drive and be in, and trust me it's damn tempting to step on the accelerator because it's just so fun... but I tell myself to relax...

[Ake109]

GTIs have their fair share of engine-related problems as well, just not as serious as a dry clutch 7 DSG problem (if you kena).

 

Apart from that actually the car is a very nice car to drive and be in, and trust me it's damn tempting to step on the accelerator because it's just so fun... but I tell myself to relax...

 

I think all performance engines have their share of issues. Made worse by the fact that if it is a performance engine, people tend to mod it.

 

I also know how tempting it is to step hard, but now so scared with all the new spd cams. Save it for NSHW.

[kuang_haw]

anyone driving on golf 1.2TSI? how is it? Thanks 

[Kaka23]

anyone driving on golf 1.2TSI? how is it? Thanks 

Gf's family got the Golf 1.2 in June. Got to admit I was pleasantly surprised with the drive. The car is quiet and the handling is great! The transition from first gear to seventh is smooth (most of the time) and before you notice you're already cruising at the last gear. Overtaking shouldn't be an issue under the speed of 80km. Although you could feel the slight strain when going up slope or trying to overtake at higher speed, it should be fine if you step harder on the gas. Overall it's fun to drive and I would consider purchasing one today. I'm even hand washing the car on their behalf on a regular basis as it's quite an eye candy too. I would give it 8/10 if not for the following issues.

 

 

Initially the car would give a cranking noise when I reverse and step on the brakes. The car would also judder (like half clutching on a manual car) when moving off especially on a slope. There's also a rattling noise coming from the top of the car. Obviously VW would deny those issues. Took 3 to 4 sessions of visits to the workshop (with no replacement car) before they finally resolve the issue. There's still a rattling sound (less often and less obvious) which we will try to resolve on the next servicing. So if you need the car on a daily basis and can't afford any downtime you may need to consider this issue. Overall would still give 6.5-7/10 for the car.

[kuang_haw]

thanks a lot

[Spring]

anyone driving on golf 1.2TSI? how is it? Thanks 

 

They were still giving expo discounts last weekend so the prices were fair.

Polo was going for $95800 I remember but not sure on the Golf 1.2.

Obviously if not far off, Golf would be better.

[Furrynadz]

the rattle sound is cos its a manual clutch, it will always be there

all such automated manual clutch have

[kuang_haw]

anyone else driving Golf 1.2 TSI, Tempted to buy as is below 100k last week when i visit the showroom.

[Ake109]

 

 

Like to heard if there are alternative view on conti, esp golf which I really like.

 

Thanks

You mentioned the most important bit liao 'you really like'.

 

Get any other car and you will sigh wistfully when a Golf goes past on the road.

[Baal]

I don't own 1 but test drove 1.  Golf MK7 1.2.

 

During the test drive, the experience was good.  Torque comes in at ~1.8k rpm.  Responsive gearbox.
Good pick up.

cut it shot.....the experience was positive from pick up, gear changes, internal built quality, handling....etc.
 

just a question of how much faith u have in the dry dual clutch GB & what's the level of your faith in this brand, given what has been going on of late.




 

[kuang_haw]

I test drive it last weekend, feel good. But some friends said that may have gear box problem on WV DSG. 

[ER-3682]

I test drive it last weekend, feel good. But some friends said that may have gear box problem on WV DSG. 

Worried.?Then get the GTI version,no worries...  Or get one,& do a long term test for the forumers here...  

[Baal]

Whenever, u want to take a gamble, consider what is at stake & what recourse u have & how effective is the recourse?

 

eh....how bout Tiguan.  NOw its on 6DSG right?  Using 1.4   Twin charge engine.

 

[Niukarowner]

might wanna reconsider the 7spd DSG, frd's golf 1.4 gave it enough problem that he wanna sell before the warranty expire. Suppose many are doing the same.. many letting go 2013 golf.

[kuang_haw]

see like 7 speed dsg will have problem in the future. But according the AD sales person, the problem of gear box already fix, should not be an issue. But still worry.  

[Baal]

http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/golf/89538/new-vw-golf-mk8-to-be-lighter-greener-and-more-practical

 

Pics in the Link above.

 

 

New VW Golf Mk8 to be lighter, greener and more practical

 

 

Exclusive: Volkswagen Golf Mk8 to lead the brand's dieselgate fightback
 

Last summer’s diesel emissions scandal rocked the motor industry and shook the VW Group. Damage to the brand’s reputation and loss of customer confidence have been hard to quantify in recent months, but the consequences are set to be huge – and they’re likely to impact on the next-generation Golf, revealed in our exclusive images.

 

 

Volkswagen has hatched a masterplan to save 1billion Euros per year, while making a clear commitment to electromobility and a new generation of ‘clean’ diesel engines.

• Best hatchbacks on the market right now

 

 

Various all-electric VW projects are in the pipeline, with a new Phaeton and Microbus concepts spearheading the brand’s emission-free future. On top of that, the German giant will now take a closer look at other areas of the business that it thinks can return significant savings – both financially and environmentally.

 

 

Top of that list is the next Golf. The current Mk7 car is available in several shapes and sizes, with power ranging from small turbo petrols to hot diesels and plug-in hybrids. There’s even an all-electric e-Golf, capable of up to 118 miles on battery power alone.

 

Although the Mk7 will get a mild facelift this year, the new car – due in 2018 – will build on this. It’ll be more practical, more powerful and, most importantly, more fuel efficient. VW will stick with its versatile MQB platform for the eighth-generation Golf, and despite the fact these underpinnings will be more than eight years old when the next model hits the market, the scalable platform is expected to live on until at least 2025.
 

 

Auto Express understands the new Golf will be between 35kg and 70kg lighter than the current car, and like the new Tiguan, will be both lower and wider. Plus, there will be more space inside thanks to more efficient packaging, as well as innovative features like gesture control and the Passat’s TFT dash.

 

In terms of styling, the new Mk8 model is likely to follow VW’s pattern of evolution rather than revolution. As always, it’ll be immediately recognisable as a Golf, with smart LED headlamps and a sharper, more sculpted grille. We’re expecting to see some deeper creases in the bumper and bodywork, as well as a reprofiled rear end. Also set to appear is a more upmarket interior – with plenty of brushed metals, leathers and high-quality plastics.

 

Under the bonnet, VW will introduce a series of super-efficient three-cylinder 1.5-litre TDI diesels – ranging from 74bhp to 120bhp. These are likely to feature in the new Golf as well as numerous future models, and emit less than 85g/km of CO2. The engines will also be modular, meaning each cylinder of 500cc will make it more cost efficient for VW to develop larger and more powerful units such as 3.0-litre V6 diesels – for cars like the next Touareg SUV – at a later date.

 

The Golf Mk8 will, of course, arrive on the market as a hatchback first, but an Estate spin-off, as well as hotter GTI, GTD and R versions will follow. We’ve not heard about any plans for a Cabriolet model, though, and one is unlikely to arrive before at least 2020.

 

Elsewhere at the VW Group, bosses have outlined their intentions for an Audi Q6 SUV in 2018, followed by the Porsche Mission E saloon before the end of the decade – both of which will adopt all-electric drivetrains.

 

The Group’s new electric MEB architecture to be employed by both the Audi and Porsche will also underpin the upcoming all-electric VW Phaeton limousine, which is due by 2020, too.

http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/golf/89538/new-vw-golf-mk8-to-be-lighter-greener-and-more-practical