Fully-optioned TSI 118 v Fully-optioned GTI - Worth $12K extra??

[iBoost]

Yep I agree Corey, there are big improvements in the Mark VI so you're right.

I think that once you start adding that many options though, you're better off going for the higher spec base car. That's just my opinion.

If I was to go option crazy on the GTI I'd be getting towards R money.

[Corey_R]

I'd also take the 6 speed DSG over the 7 (there's got to be a good reason they kept the 6 speed in the GTI), but that is just my own FUD.

The main difference is:
The 6 speed using a wet-clutch which allows much higher torque handling, although will be more expensive to service.
The 7 speed uses a dry-clutch and cannot handle as much torque, but will be cheaper to service.

[roy]

The main difference is:
The 6 speed using a wet-clutch which allows much higher torque handling, although will be more expensive to service.
The 7 speed uses a dry-clutch and cannot handle as much torque, but will be cheaper to service.

+1 it's true