Mk7 Golf - Australian Specifications and Prices (Base, Comfortline and Highline)

[Ryan_R]

I think it looks pretty good in my car (looks more cream than beige)

[Arnold]

Do the Oz spec Golfs get the false floor in the boot also?

Yup, they sure do! All of them.

When left in place, does the false floor result in reduced boot depth compared with the Mark V / VI (but greater depth when removed)?

On another note, props (to use American Idol's Randy Jackson's preferred term of praise) to VW for adding an RVC across the Mark VII range (of course it should have been standard in the Mark VI Golfs from the GTI up and in any model with a large format display).

On the other hand, no props for DAB+ not being standard across the Mark VII range in 2013. That's even less excusable than leaving an RVC out of the Mark VI GTIs. To add insult, I saw a Toyota Camry with DAB+ yesterday.

Interesting blog from our resident blogger.

In terms of the post here: Auto Blog Australia: VW Golf GTI Launch Information on the Mark VII GTI, perhaps Mark (Golf7) could explain why it refers to the 2015 model year?

The post also refers to an electric driver's seat option for the Mark VII GTI but, of course, without a memory function, motorisation can be more hindrance (slower) than help.

I gather still no front seat tilt function on any Australian-spec Golfs, which would be much more useful than motorisation. I know this was available in US-built GTIs.

While a bit of a shame from my point of view, the rationalisation of transmission options in Highline Golfs is understandable from an inventory management perspective. I understand that Honda has done something similar with its Accord Euro Luxury. I am sure both companies will continue to be uninundated with requests for manual transmissions with "luxury" versions of their respective models.

I look forward to seeing DAB+ in later Mark VII Golfs, front seat tilt adjustment in the Mark VIII, and an electric driver's seat with memory function in the Mark IX and in the meantime to seeing the Mark VII GTI with 6MT. It should be a cracker!

[Ryan_R]

At least they all have bluetooth with A2DP as standard so you can stream digital radio stations via the TuneIn app (although needs Internet and quality will be low). I was hoping for DAB+ as well. Hopefully the GTI will have it.

[pologti18t]

terms of the post here: Auto Blog Australia: VW Golf GTI Launch Information on the Mark VII GTI, perhaps Mark (Golf7) could explain why it refers to the 2015 model year?

because those specs seem to be for a US spec GTI. they wont get it until 2014 so it will be labelled a 2015 model.

[Ryan_R]

I'll throw a curly question out there.... does anyone know if the various improved Intercoolers purchased to use on a Mk6 GTI will fit a Mk7? (i.e. the S3 or APR one)

[Golf7]

When left in place, does the false floor result in reduced boot depth compared with the Mark V / VI (but greater depth when removed)?

On another note, props (to use American Idol's Randy Jackson's preferred term of praise) to VW for adding an RVC across the Mark VII range (of course it should have been standard in the Mark VI Golfs from the GTI up and in any model with a large format display).

On the other hand, no props for DAB+ not being standard across the Mark VII range in 2013. That's even less excusable than leaving an RVC out of the Mark VI GTIs. To add insult, I saw a Toyota Camry with DAB+ yesterday.

Interesting blog from our resident blogger.

In terms of the post here: Auto Blog Australia: VW Golf GTI Launch Information on the Mark VII GTI, perhaps Mark (Golf7) could explain why it refers to the 2015 model year?

The post also refers to an electric driver's seat option for the Mark VII GTI but, of course, without a memory function, motorisation can be more hindrance (slower) than help.

I gather still no front seat tilt function on any Australian-spec Golfs, which would be much more useful than motorisation. I know this was available in US-built GTIs.

While a bit of a shame from my point of view, the rationalisation of transmission options in Highline Golfs is understandable from an inventory management perspective. I understand that Honda has done something similar with its Accord Euro Luxury. I am sure both companies will continue to be uninundated with requests for manual transmissions with "luxury" versions of their respective models.

I look forward to seeing DAB+ in later Mark VII Golfs, front seat tilt adjustment in the Mark VIII, and an electric driver's seat with memory function in the Mark IX and in the meantime to seeing the Mark VII GTI with 6MT. It should be a cracker!

I'm pretty sure that every single Golf will get DAB+ radio, from the technology demonstrators I've seen the new infotainment systems have those capabilities. No electric seat or anything with the current Golf lineup, it'll probably be an option with the GTI in all honesty. VWA always re-jiggles the specs of their cars after the first year. In 4 years we'll probably have an extra 3 models in addition to the GTI and R obviously...

[pologti18t]

I'm pretty sure that every single Golf will get DAB+ radio,

DAB+ is not in the official Australian specs.

[Golf7]

DAB+ is not in the official Australian specs.

Oops, DAB is standard without the + What's the difference?

[kbuvw]

DAB+ is the standard used for digital radio in Australia - most other countries use DAB only..

When you say "DAB is standard", is that on the international specs, or the Australian specs?

[Ryan_R]

Also don't get confused by RDS (song and weather info displayed by certain radio stations, this isn't DAB+ and is available on Mk6 as well).

DAB was the first generation of digital audio broadcast radio which Europe and America launched... and we didn't. Subsequently a improved standard was released called DAB+ which Australia used. Only problem is DAB+ is not backwards compatible on DAB hardware, so Europe aren't in a big hurry to upgrade and make a lot of DAB radios redundant. Which means there isn't a lot of international support for DAB+.

[Golf7]

Isn't the 90TSI with the dumbed down rear suspension?

Ps I read about dealers getting preorders for the A45 AMG. Do VW accept preorders for something like the GTI which is already selling in Europe?

I've said this about a million times to every person that I have met that knows about the new Golf. I've been mega pleased to tell them that every New MK.7 Golf in Australia comes with fully INDEPENDENT MULT-LINK rear suspension. GO VWA! You guys are sooooo awesome for offering the amazing 90TSI for just $21.5k!!! Why on earth anyone would buy the other models is another question... The 90TSI is SUPERB!

[Ryan_R]

umm, because we want more POWER!!!! ?
& more features

[Golf7]

umm, because we want more POWER!!!! ?
& more features

Go ahead it's all there! But it IS silly money to be honest and objectively not worth it. And the power difference is negligible, it's the same engine in a different state of tune. From standstill there's not much between them, only rolling acceleration is a bit stronger in the 103TSI. But here in OZ with our nanny states and ridiculous speed limits and roads, it's just not worth it. The 90TSI is such a sweetheart!

[Ryan_R]

Waiting for the GTI

Keep in mind my 118 is APR'd, so it's more like 151... 90 is a bit of a downgrade

[AdamD]

Waiting for the GTI

Keep in mind my 118 is APR'd, so it's more like 151... 90 is a bit of a downgrade

You're used to having more power Ryan... sure you don't want an R?