If i go for the gti 7, im thinking of going for dsg too. The volkswagen golf 7 trendline comes equipped with the iconic tsi engine, the same as in the volkswagen golf 7 comfortline. With sleek, aerodynamic design and 228 hp, the golf gti has performance in the bag. Jul 22, 2014 which transmission is best, stick or paddles. While i think it is certainly a good idea that the 2015 volkswagen golf gti offers an automatic transmission option, there is absolutely. R 309,900 2015 102,500 km 2015 vw golf 7 gti dsg only r309900full house oranjesig, bloemfontein 5 days ago r 290,000 2017 101,000 km vw golf 7 gti 2.
So why did i chose the manual gti over the dsg gti in this video i explain why. Have to admit, if it was a gti i would want a manual but the tdi engine doesnt ever feel exciting nor does it entice you grab it by the scruff of the neck so the dsg suits the lazy feel of the diesel torque. Is the 2015 volkswagen golf gti better to drive with a manual transmission or with its dsg dualclutch. Volkswagen 2015 golf gti technical specifications pdf. So why did i chose the manual gti over the dsg gti in this video i. David zalstein and tony crawford tackle the question using one of the worlds best and most popular hothatches, the volkswagen golf gti. The 7speed dsg automatic transmissionor dq200is a transmission that is growing rapidly in popularity. Fast forward to today and i finally got my hands on a 2018 golf gti with a manual transmission, the way it should be. Volkswagen 2015 golf gti technical specifications pdf download. Manual v dsg grapschknutsch 14th apr 2018 im very curious, why nobody compares acceleration with a certain rpm limit like staying below 3000 or 4000rpm.
The vw golf gti defines the hothatch with a turbocharged engine and racinginspired cabin. R 449,999 2018 8,000 km golf 7 gti clubsport dsg 2. First one turbo had issues at 8000kms, clutch was replaced at 12000kms and at 25000kms the actual gearbox had to be replaced. It delivers exactly what a gti should but so does the standard fivedoor manualequipped car for. Volkswagen golf 7 gti dsg facelift, garantie, panorama. Dsg or manual vw golf r mk7 chat vwroc vw r owners club. Enter your email address to receive alerts when we have new listings available for vw golf 7 gti for sale. For me the manual wins hands down, its so light and effortless to use. Then we have the volkswagen golf 7 gtd a powerful tdi entry into the lineup. Nov 16, 2018 hello everyone, first post here, currently drive golf 7. My personal experience with a mk7 golf gtd with dsg club gti. The comfortline is also available in tdi and with a dsg gearbox so you can use auto or manual drive at your leisure.
That said, it stands to reason that you will be seeing a lot of the seventh, and best yet, generation golf gti on the roads in the coming months. Vw golf r dsg v manual video 12 may 2010 they main problem with the manual, in this rather pointless 060 exercise, is that second gear doesnt take you to 60, which is a bit odd. Used volkswagen golf 7 for sale in germany second hand. Bookmark file pdf gti manual or dsg gti manual or dsg gti manual or dsg mk7 golf gti manual or dsg. I was in the same boat a few years ago when buying a mk5 golf gti. Dsg vs manual transmission golf gti launch control. The 2019 volkswagen golf gti adds a special rabbit edition for the new model year, as well as a new sevenspeed automatic transmission in place of the old sixspeed unit. Come find a great deal on used volkswagen golf gtis in your area today. Golf 7 gti manual 110xxx km fsh with vw xenon headlights, high beam assist, pdc front and rear, rain sensor, downpipe and software. One negative thing i hear about manuals is that once you tune the engine your clutch will start to slip. Find used vw 20 golf 7 gti cars for sale gumtree cars.
A transverse dual clutch transmission, it was brought in to supercede the 6speed dq250 dsg unit, and is finding itself in more and more vehicles. I wanted a manual and wasnt at all interested in dsg. I managed to find one for the european golf, but no luck on the gti. Our two test cars for the day will be a carbon steel grey manual and a tornado red dsg. Used volkswagen golf 7 gti for sale second hand car ads. View and download volkswagen 2015 golf gti technical specifications online. Search gumtree online classifieds to find second hand volkswagen cars for sale. Page 2 2015 golf gti technical specifications golf gti dimensions wheelbase inmm 103. In fact i go as far as saying more than half the golf r cars local to me in my price range were dsg. Join date jan 24th, 2000 location ottawa cdn posts 17,682 vehicles golf gti 7.
While i love my manual golf r, id have bought the auto if my driving. Marrying the golf s traditional strengths of refinement, comfort and practicality with hot performance and entertaining dynamics have certainly found the gti. New volkswagen golf gti in phoenix volkswagen north. Howsit guys i have a 2014 polo 6 gti dsg for sale specs as follows 2014 121km on the clock interior 100% motor and gearbox 100% custom headlights polo 7 gtu bumpers front flushed custom exhaust with downpipe proper carbon fiber boot spoiler bbs 8. Hello everyone, first post here, currently drive golf 7. Used volkswagen golf 7 for sale in germany second hand car. Nov 15, 2017 the 292hp, 280lbft golf r gets a new sevenspeed dsg transmission. Still the best 2018 volkswagen golf gti manual tested. Would love to geek out and read it cover to cover while we wait for the cars to arrive. See 724 results for vw golf 7 gti for sale at the best prices, with the cheapest used car starting from r 11 500.
There are lots of articles online about the failure of volkswagen dsgs and the recall they did some years ago for this but they all seem to be from the mk6. Strictly speaking, this is an automated manual, but it can shift gears itself or allow manual selection either by moving the lever or using steeringwheelmounted paddles. This vw golf gtd option also has a negative impact on efficiency. For me the manual wins hands down, its so light and effortless to. As a word of caution, wife had 2 golf 7 dsgs out of the box. Common faults in the 7speed dsg automatic transmission. My only concern is that ill get lazy and drive like an idiot when i get into a manual car again. As a word of caution, wife had 2 golf 7 dsg s out of the box. The gti is frontwheeldrive only, and a 6speed manual transmission is standard. The 292hp, 280lbft golf r gets a new sevenspeed dsg transmission. Manual v dsg grapschknutsch 14th apr 2018 im very curious, why nobody compares acceleration with a certain rpm limit. The accessport is sold individually or included with one of several stage packages. From my research, the mk7 gti onwards used the wet clutch dq250, which was not prone to problems in other dry clutch dsg units eg.
Jan 18, 2019 the 7speed dsg automatic transmissionor dq200is a transmission that is growing rapidly in popularity. It may be hard to believe, but the most popular golf 7 derivative of all is the gti and the dsg equipped model in particular. Dsg is just a preferenceoptions and weather its better than manual or not is relative. I made enquires to vw when polo gti was announced, wanted manual and was told it would come 1st quarter 2018, nothing has ever appeared and currently the gti is unable to be config. Truecar has over 0 listings nationwide, updated daily. Just wondering if anyone has stumbled upon a mkvii gti owners manual pdf. With a fuel consumption of 6 litres100km 47 mpg uk 39 mpg us average, 0 to 100 kmh 62mph in 6. Although vws dsg dualclutch automated manual is a good, reasonably sporty automatic, it is still an automatic. Gti manual or dsg gti manual or dsg mk7 golf gti manual or dsg. This may be the topshelf gti, but is it the top dog.
Certainly, anything fomr 2015 onwards should be ok. New volkswagen golf gti in phoenix volkswagen north scottsdale. Im very happy with the choice i made its a better driving feel. Make some extra cash by selling things in your community. Funny cause my previous mk6 gti was manual and had the apr stage 1 remap which increase power and torque from 200hp207tq to 255hp294tq and after a couple of months the clutch started to slip. The golf gti with dsg is the topselling golf 7 derivative. Dsg doesnt really have that problem and can handle the extra torque. Dsg may get round a track quicker but manual drivers may have more fun doing it and vice versa.
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