MK6 Golf Cabrio / Cabriolet / Convertible

[phaeton]

Volkswagen Driver (UK) published they're review of the new Golf Cabrio, they loved it no scuttle detected at all in the body best Cabrio ever they stated.

Possibly why VW are toying with GTI and R versions.

Aaron if they at Melbourne show I'll grab as much info I can for you on release etc.

[The_Hawk]

They are available for order in the UK now, which I believe opened in July some time:

Order books are now open, with the first customer deliveries due to take place at the start of September. For more information please visit your Retailer.

Since we are due for release on the 19th of November, pricing details and pre-orders should be starting damn soon. So has anyone seen any details on these yet?

In the UK they have the 77TSI and the 118TSI along side the 77TDI Bluemotion diesel, manual in everything except the 118 with a DSK option there.

Linky: http://www.volkswagen.co.uk/#/new/golf-cabriolet-nf/

[AdamD]

Just saw these Golf Cabriolets outside my office; they were in the process of being used for a photoshoot in front of a nearby hotel.









Not long now till release!

[The_Hawk]

Is that a Night Blue in that picture?...

The media release/event is today, official on sale date is the 19th of Nov:

New Golf Cabriolet Debuts | VWWatercooled Australia

Pricing:

Models:
Golf Cabriolet 118TSI 6 Speed Manual $36,990
Golf Cabriolet 118TSI 7 Speed DSG $39,490

Options:
Metallic / Pearl Effect paint $500
RNS510 satellite navigation system $3,000
Rear View Camera (RVC) with parking distance sensors (only with RNS510) $1,400
Bi-Xenon headlights with LED daytime driving lights $2,100
Vienna Cool leather appointed seat upholstery $3,300
Anti-theft alarm system $600

* Prices quoted are Manufacturer List Prices excluding dealer delivery charges, which may vary from dealer to dealer and statutory charges, which vary from state to state.

[AdamD]

Is that a Night Blue in that picture?...

I believe so - it looked dark blue rather than purple in the flesh. Apologies for the lousy photo - I had hands full and only one hand to hold the phone.

[nau]

was there some promo for them in Adelaide?
I saw like 5-8 of them driving through the city at 8am ...

[grtuned]

Gee whizz I thought everyone had no idea a golf cabrio was on its way to Aus!!! Finally some talk...

[phaeton]

was there some promo for them in Adelaide?
I saw like 5-8 of them driving through the city at 8am ...

The Australian release, is here in Adelaide

[dasrattles]

sweet looking thing! better than the Audi A3 Cab IMHO. seems pretty loaded with standards too. meh, should had waited for this.

[The_Hawk]

My wife reported a truck carrying a few of these on her way to work near the Mechano lights in Sydney... Wonder where they will end up.

[CandyCab]

Really hoping to get my hands on one of these in White with red leather and xeon lights!

Has anyone else bought one of these? What are the thoughts?

I am coming from a more power BMW coupe, so not sure if I would regret if I get a less powerful car.

[The_Hawk]

I'm rocking a Night Blue, Manual, Black Leather, RNS510 (+ mats)

Absolutely Loving it!

I have a few thoughts coming from a MK3 VR6 and the wife's 2010 Multivan.

My thoughts so far:

* The brakes are bloody touchy. I thought the Multivan was touchy until I drove this. Not an issue, just something to get used to.
* The clutch is very light compared to what I am used to, again, not an issue, just a comment.
* Ditto on the steering. I thought the Multivan was light compared to the VR6 This this is very light! I would almost go so far as saying it lacks some feedback.
* I'm used to blipping the throttle on downshifts, this is much harder in the MkVI as it just doesn't want to "blip" so much. Having never driven a turbo car I don't know if that's the cause or what. Again, just something to get used to.
* It's quiet... very very quiet. With the roof up you have to check the rev counter to make sure it's on Even under acceleration it's quiet.
* speaking of acceleration... I don't know that it's quite up to my VR6, but it's off putting since it does it so damn quietly compared to the roar the VR produces. All I know is that it seems to get up there *very* quickly. I giggle quietly to myself wondering what a stage 1 tune will feel like (GTI power is very achievable with a stage 1)
* Handling seems very good, while I haven't had a good run yet it feels very grounded and seems to go where you point it. Pretty amazing for a convertible.
* 2 Doors. Since this car is mostly just for me, two doors is fine. Getting kids in and out of the back seats... *VERY* easy with the top down, easy enough when it's in place. I don't know that I would want it as my full time car if they were in it every day, but as a once/twice a week child car (we use the van the most of the time) it's acceptable.

* Rain sucks... It's rained about 80% of the time since I got it which means I haven't been able to really enjoy it. That said the roof has been down at just about every opportunity. I'd like to think I will keep that up and not turn it into your normal coupe
* Speaking of rain, there is one tip worth noting. It seems the roof repels water, which is good. What it also means is that water on the roof *REALLY* wants to roll off... the slightest movement and it collects and runs... When it's raining lightly (or has been overnight and there is water sitting on the roof) I am in the habit of opening the door then closing it again and waiting for the resulting torrent of water to roll down. It only takes a few seconds and beats having it all run down your back as you lean in

Um... I'm sure there is more, I'll add to it later if I think of anything.

[CandyCab]

Thanks for the thoughts!
I did test drive the car twice, and twice i did notice it was really quite compared to my straight 6 cylinder engine at the moment. Not sure if it's a good thing haha..
If a stage one tune can really achieve GTI levels, I'd say it's even more appealing to me now!
I am assuming you are talking about the APR tune?

[The_Hawk]

I am assuming you are talking about the APR tune?

From what I understand all the ECU tunes are in the same sort of ball park, it's more about who you feel comfortable dealing with. Let's not start a debate about who has xkW more, extra torques or more R&D... (there are more than enough opinions on that already )

But yes, GTI power from a 118TSI in a drop top FTW (until there is a Golf VI GTI/R Cabriolet anyway )

[CandyCab]

From what I understand all the ECU tunes are in the same sort of ball park, it's more about who you feel comfortable dealing with. Let's not start a debate about who has xkW more, extra torques or more R&D... (there are more than enough opinions on that already )

But yes, GTI power from a 118TSI in a drop top FTW (until there is a Golf VI GTI/R Cabriolet anyway )

Any recommendations? How would you hide the tune when in or a service? Or is that for another thread?