Dynamic / Adaptive chassis control (DCC / ACC)

[WhiteJames]

I did forget to mention that the slight reduction in clear view is another reason I'm going with Privacy Glass. Its was only a minor annoyance on the MKV GTI with Solar Street Wise Blue/Black tint. Looking forward to the clearer view of the natural privacy glass. Prepared to forgo some heat insulation for the clearer view. Still have the issue of a slightly obscured view on the two front windows, which leads me to my next point.

With the front of the GTI having the split grill and lower black portion under the grill making it appear a tad front heavy, I'm looking to compensate, starting off with perhaps a slightly less aggressive tint on the two front windows, darkening rearwards with the privacy glass. Not sure how this will end up or how well the two front windows will match the rear privacy glass. 29% was touted for the front going to 35% for the rear 3 windows. My dealer uses Solar, as they have their workshop directly behind McGraths Sutherland VW. I'll leave it up to Solar to judge the best type & level of tint to match the privacy glass. Dealer did say they would go for the Blue/Black Street Wise tint as this appeared to most closely match the factory privacy glass.

For those looking for options -v- no options, here is a review of a bog standard 3 door manual GTI (no options):

http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/6BD90FC7BD349E23CA2576BF007C789D

I like it when they say:

After one especially spirited driving session we checked our fuel consumption figures, and too our amazement we were averaging sub-10L/100km numbers. Speaking of having your cake…

Cheers
WJ

[G-rig]

Different reivew.. they didn't exactly like the steering and sounds like it was a bit firm around town (which is where ACC may be worth it if the chassis is that bit too stiff).

Wonder what they would have thought about the DSG.

[Corey_R]

With the front of the GTI having the split grill and lower black portion under the grill making it appear a tad front heavy, I'm looking to compensate, starting off with perhaps a slightly less aggressive tint on the two front windows, darkening rearwards with the privacy glass. Not sure how this will end up or how well the two front windows will match the rear privacy glass. 29% was touted for the front going to 35% for the rear 3 windows.

Sorry - I may have misunderstood what you are saying, but if you want to go lighter on the front windows, then the tint % will be higher. The lower the % the darker the tint - as the % is refering to VLT (Visible Light Transmittance).

[Pauly]

getting abit off topic arnt we? This thread is about the Adaptive Chassis Control, not window tinting.

I know coreying may not like me saying this, but maybe a new thread is in order for windows tinting?

[Corey_R]

Nah - there's already a thread for it

[Pauly]

I cant seem to find if anyone has asked this before.

But what is the GTI's stock suspension similar to in an ACC equipped version?

for example:

is the stock GTI suspension similar to the ACC Sport Setting? or the Normal Setting?

is the NON GTI suspension similar to the ACC Comfort setting?

[Maverick]

I cant seem to find if anyone has asked this before.

But what is the GTI's stock suspension similar to in an ACC equipped version?

for example:

is the stock GTI suspension similar to the ACC Sport Setting? or the Normal Setting?

is the NON GTI suspension similar to the ACC Comfort setting?

See page 1 and the links plus search as this has already been covered

[G-rig]

I wouldn't call him a troll.. We need a do not spoon feed the noob sign.

[Corey_R]

We need a do not spoon feed the noob sign.

lol! That'd be great

[WhiteJames]

My bad ...

With the front of the GTI having the split grill and lower black portion under the grill making it appear a tad front heavy, I'm looking to compensate, starting off with perhaps a slightly less aggressive tint on the two front windows, darkening rearwards with the privacy glass. Not sure how this will end up or how well the two front windows will match the rear privacy glass. 29% was touted for the front going to 35% for the rear 3 windows.

Fat finger sydrome ... 39% front film tint and 35% rear privacy glass. Have to re-read what I'm posting in future.

Returning the topic re ACC:

Most are ordering the heavier 28-29 pound Detriot 18" wheel. How we luv them Detroits. The heavier weight of the Detroits makes for a more convincing case to option in the ACC as a matched pair; unless going aftermarket down the track.

Still not clear on whether ACC adapts immediately pro-actively in milliseconds to bumps/pot-holes/undulations in normal mode. As stated before, NORMAL mode does default to SPORT mode after a certain speed to aid handling, agility & safety. Earlier UK reviews and MOTOR Mag in Aus seem to think that the throttle sensitivity is adjusted in addition to steering. Pity you cannot separate each individual ACC setting: Steeering/Dampers/Throttle responsivenss as allowed on BMW's.

On a tangent regarding traffic rules (Mav may like this one).

The head honcho of Mercedes Benz speaks out about Australian Road Rules:

http://news.drive.com.au/drive/motor-news/speed-doesnt-kill-says-benz-20100304-pjin.html

Cheers.
WJ

[G-rig]

Another approach could be to buy lightweight 18" wheels with the money you would have spent on ACC+18" upgrade, but OEM is kind of cool.

[WhiteJames]

Problem I find with aftermarket wheels on the GTI is that the GTI loses it character and definition. The Mark 6 GTI is difficult enough to distinguish from the other Golf variants. Wheels will only excerbate this problem. Me ... I'm sticking with the Detroits/Huffs, despite the extra weight.

On another issue:

Park Assist - have to remind you guys that it comes with front and rear sensors + auto-dipping left mirror + Silhouette interior display that works in low visibility conditions (fog/rain/darkness). I'm putting $600 a piece for front & rear sensors and $200 for auto-dipping mirror (or $500 a piece & $400 for auto-mirror). Sensors take the guesswork out of parking the GTI, should save on kerbing alloys, which can be easily done when rushed to park. Auto-dipping mirror is the best feature imo. Always have to take that bit more time to lower the left mirror manually. Handy to have it automatically done in an instant. Golf with max tinted rear windows ain't so easy to see out of at night, esp wet nights. Can't see where the front of the Golf ends due to pedestrian safety laws forcing higher bonnet lines and crash safety dictating higher waist lines (blame SUV vehicles for that one).

Cheers.
WJ

[G-rig]

I agree WJ, the huffs/detroits really suit the GTI and make it easily to identify. Still think the 17" look a bit too small on the mk6.

Wouldn't mind more of an oem look next time even though there are some very nice wheels out there. Still keen to get some black/gun metal wheels one day. The mk6 does seem to nice to mod though .

Still don't think 18" would be that much to worry about on a gti, they are meant to feel a bit sporty not soft like a camry. You could also put 1-2 psi less in the tyres.

Personally i wouldn't get ACC as nobody will care about that option or know what it is come time to sell, and is money gone straight away (at least you can see a sun roof and adds to the luxury of the car - most people would still prefer a car with one given the choice).

[triode12]

DSG - the DSG in the Mark 6 offers creep function like a std auto gearbox. The vehicle moves forward when the brake is let off, rather than rolling rearwards on hills as was the case in the previous MK5 GTI. It also feels a little less jerky at car park speeds than the previous MK5 GTI.



Cheers.
WJ

Actually, the hill assist function was added on to the DSG Golfs from MY08 onwards.

[Mk6 GTI]

Problem I find with aftermarket wheels on the GTI is that the GTI loses it character and definition. The Mark 6 GTI is difficult enough to distinguish from the other Golf variants. Wheels will only excerbate this problem. Me ... I'm sticking with the Detroits/Huffs, despite the extra weight.

On another issue:

Park Assist - have to remind you guys that it comes with front and rear sensors + auto-dipping left mirror + Silhouette interior display that works in low visibility conditions (fog/rain/darkness). I'm putting $600 a piece for front & rear sensors and $200 for auto-dipping mirror (or $500 a piece & $400 for auto-mirror). Sensors take the guesswork out of parking the GTI, should save on kerbing alloys, which can be easily done when rushed to park. Auto-dipping mirror is the best feature imo. Always have to take that bit more time to lower the left mirror manually. Handy to have it automatically done in an instant. Golf with max tinted rear windows ain't so easy to see out of at night, esp wet nights. Can't see where the front of the Golf ends due to pedestrian safety laws forcing higher bonnet lines and crash safety dictating higher waist lines (blame SUV vehicles for that one).

Cheers.
WJ

totally agree with u about the wheels.. Love the 18's!!