Mk7 Golf R Discussion Thread

[Ryan_R]

The S3 costs ~$5k more but comes standard with leather seats, a nicer infotainment system, 18" wheels (in case you don't like 19s) and possibly one or two other things I've forgotten.

[Dutch77]

thanks for all the knowledge guys, i think iv made up my mind and am going with the S1. out of interest do you know what the difference between the S1 engine and the one that's in the R and S3?

The S1 engine is a variation of the GTIs engine, whereas the R/S3 is running a larger turbo.

[rudiger]

The S1 engine is a variation of the GTIs engine, whereas the R/S3 is running a larger turbo.

ahh brilliant thanks

[anduril]

Anyone know what this button does that sits next to the drivers door just below the seat belt?

[SilvrFoxX]

I think it allows you to turn off the interior sensors when you are in the car so you don't set off the alarm when the doors are locked

[Ryan_R]

Yes, it disables the alarm (i.e. for if you ever need a tow). The manual lists other use cases

[rudiger]

toggles the passenger seat ejector on and off

[mfl]

The S3 costs ~$5k more but comes standard with leather seats, a nicer infotainment system, 18" wheels (in case you don't like 19s) and possibly one or two other things I've forgotten.

The S3 also misses out on a rear arm-rest and pass through hatch, rear cupholders (arm rest+holders a $400 option), sunglass storage and the storage bin under the headlight switch.......

[Redwards67]

Anyone had any gearbox issues? I got a gearbox error on mine today saying reverse was unselectable and front assist was disabled. At the same time, lost the gear indicator on the display (D1, etc), and wouldn't change. Pulled over and turned the engine off and on again. Seemed ok for a couple of minutes but then got the same message again (repeated the process a few times). Now have a warning light on which indicates a faulty catalytic converter! Looks like the VW dealer will be getting a call first thing tomorrow!!
While this is disappointing, I've been loving the car so far!!

[RoccoR]

Anyone had any gearbox issues? I got a gearbox error on mine today saying reverse was unselectable and front assist was disabled. At the same time, lost the gear indicator on the display (D1, etc), and wouldn't change. Pulled over and turned the engine off and on again. Seemed ok for a couple of minutes but then got the same message again (repeated the process a few times). Now have a warning light on which indicates a faulty catalytic converter! Looks like the VW dealer will be getting a call first thing tomorrow!!
While this is disappointing, I've been loving the car so far!!

How many kms have you done so far? This is a real bummer. First I hear of DSG issues on a mk7. Do you launch the car often?


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[Redwards67]

Done a little over 3000kms. Haven't tried the launch (if that's what you meant), but do use Race reasonably often. Hopefully, it will be what the warning light indicates and just be a faulty catalytic converter!

[RoccoR]

Mk7 Golf R Discussion Thread

Done a little over 3000kms. Haven't tried the launch (if that's what you meant), but do use Race reasonably often. Hopefully, it will be what the warning light indicates and just be a faulty catalytic converter!

Yeah for sure. Fingers crossed that's all it is.
Not sure why it would tell you that reverse gear is unselectable and then also not change gear automatically when in D


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[Redwards67]

Me either!

[RoccoR]

Me either!

Good luck with it. Hopefully they can get to the bottom of the issue. Keep us all updated on the outcome.


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[Redwards67]

Thanks. Will do