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Originally posted by DoggieHowser
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I too am dumbfounded by this... pls explain
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You still service the car at 60000km, but the 7spd DSG is DRY clutch, no oil to change.
GTI is a 6spd DSG wet clutch setup.Comment
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lol, I'm happy to share what I've read/heard. Occasionally I get it wrong but others here are quick to correct me
btw if I recall correctly that $1200 was for someone getting their car serviced at Volkspower, so a dealer would presumably charge considerably more for it.Comment
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How is that a point in favour of a 118, Ryan? You still need to pay $$$ and do the mods.Originally posted by Ryan_R View Post
At the end of the day, if you want something that's more sports-inclined, I'd recommend the GTI. Bringing a 118 up to GTI spec in all respects would cost far more than simply buying a GTI (both in terms of standard inclusions, and mechanicals). You can chip anything with a turbo and get good gains, but straight-line urge is really just one component of a much bigger picture.
But, if what you're after is a highly competent and comfortable daily with a bit of poke, that's not a sports car or really a hot hatch, then the 118 is a great choice.2008 MkV Volkswagen Golf R32 DSG
2005 MkV Volkswagen Golf 2.0 FSI Auto
Sold: 2015 8V Audi S3 Sedan Manual
Sold: 2010 MkVI Volkswagen Golf GTI DSGComment
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I know that I wanted paddle shifters which would pull towards the GTI but couldn't justify the price back in 2010. It's not really a pro for the 118 but worth knowing. The GTI is roughly $10,000 more than the 118 spec for spec and I definitely haven't spent anything close to that much making it more like a GTI.
The main things that would make me consider the GTI would have to be the more proven reliable engine, the exhaust burble, the XDL differential, and the fact that it would be even quicker again with a Stage 1 tune
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if you buy the 118TSI, do not buy it unless it still has factory warranty left... Otherwise get the GTI for sure...Comment
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