Mk7.5 Golf - News and Discussion Thread

[SteveMc]

Has my Golf R with dsg new Dec 2018 got eco coasting please? I've tried driving with ECO driving profile on and the lever in D/S position and expect to see the revs go to zero as the engine turns off now and then when over 40kmph but I don't.

I've previously seen my RPM drop to zero when lifting off the gas, but it was a while ago now, and haven't seen it since. Just the disengaging others have mentioned. 'Only thing I remember being different was I'd been driving for at least an hour, with 30mins freeway, and I haven't tried ECO mode in those conditions since, just trundling around town. Maybe the oil temp has to be well and truly warm before it'll go into full coasting mode ??

[BenT]

Does one really bug an R for the Eco mode? [emoji12]


Ben
Now: ‘19 VW Golf R, ‘15 Polo GTI
Before: ‘06 RenaultSport Megane 225 Cup, ‘14 VW Polo GTI, ‘12 VW Golf GTI, ‘06 VW Golf GTI, ‘05 VW Golf Sportline, ‘01 Holden Astra SRi, ‘00 Nissan Pulsar SSS, ‘99 Holden Astra CD, ‘98 Nissan Pulsar SLX, ‘91 Nissan Pulsar GL with Q engine swap, ‘80 Subaru Leone

[notaGolfR]

Hmm. I checked my manual & it says "When the Eco/coasting is active, the engine is not only disengaged but also switched off." (My underlining). It says it in two places and also says the engine may start automatically to ensure the electrics have a reliable supply, so I don't think it's an error in the manual.

It's no big deal for me as I'm in Adelaide, but in Victoria you could just about coast from Ballarat to Melbourne.

[GolfRWag]

I've had a play with it, it's a bit eerie coasting at first.
Doesnt work with cruise control of course, and going down hills it's quite possible to roll past the speed limit - gotta watch that.

[Micky P]

Has my Golf R with dsg new Dec 2018 got eco coasting please? I've tried driving with ECO driving profile on and the lever in D/S position and expect to see the revs go to zero as the engine turns off now and then when over 40kmph but I don't.

I the feeling of rolling is noticeable and I also see an "e" icon on the bottom of the tacho when it's happening.

[BenT]

If you change to show the current fuel consumption in the active info display it says “coasting” when coasting.


Ben
Now: ‘19 VW Golf R, ‘15 Polo GTI
Before: ‘06 RenaultSport Megane 225 Cup, ‘14 VW Polo GTI, ‘12 VW Golf GTI, ‘06 VW Golf GTI, ‘05 VW Golf Sportline, ‘01 Holden Astra SRi, ‘00 Nissan Pulsar SSS, ‘99 Holden Astra CD, ‘98 Nissan Pulsar SLX, ‘91 Nissan Pulsar GL with Q engine swap, ‘80 Subaru Leone

[Peter2019]

So I have a 2017 R Wolfsburg and about a month ago I would get sporadic error messages come up... Error Cornering Light AFS... I have taken a video and pictures and provided them to VW... VW blames the system error to my Armytrix Exhaust stating the Bluetooth dongle plugged into my Can Bus was corrupting the system and giving false readings.. on the same day as there diagnostics I removed the entire system and nothing is plugged into the Can Bus.. two weeks later again the error flashes....
Booked into VW again and again they want a diagnostics fee 😞 my question is on the MK7.5 how on earth do you get to the globes or is the entire system a closed unit? Plenty of videos for the MK7 but I can’t find anything for the 7.5...... very strange.. oh and at start up the lights do there normal dance.....

[sharp]

.....Booked into VW again and again they want a diagnostics fee.....

If its still under warranty they can't request that. Change you dealer and never go back to the old one for neither servicing or new car purchasing.

[langs_sydney]

Hey all, I introed myself in the newbies thread,

Need a hand. I'm about to place a deposit on a fully optioned 7.5 Golf R and need it in September when we return to Sydney. Question is, am I better ordering through a dealer right now and paying a small deposit to get one off the boats in six months; or should I wait till September and there should be plenty of stock around? What are your thoughts?

If I order from brand new should I get a better price? Is a six month lead enough to get a car built and sent over or am I pushing it? Would dealers have a view on what is ordered in next six months / cancels being built still etc?

Any advice on the level of discounts you can currently get on a 7.5 R, I got 12% last time when I ordered (After a lot of help from you guys) so keen to see if I can roll something like that again....

Finally we'll be in Pittwater, but I am happy to order through Botany or anywhere else within Sydney if anyone can recommend a killer dealer they have worked with.

Cheers for your help and Mods, please do move this if it is in completely the wrong topic name

LS

[Flipper Dog]

Not sure if production of Golf 7.5 is still ongoing, I think you will find that Wolfsburg has geared up production of the Golf 8 now.
You are better speaking to a dealer to see what the go is.

[nytelfer]

@langs_sydney - paid $55.5k for a fully optioned 01/20 compliance plated R last month (i.e. sunroof & Dynaudio) - not sure of the exact % discount but the deal included 3-years pre-paid service package.

[langs_sydney]

Thanks all, very useful......

[notaGolfR]

In the R 7.5 the air to the engine filter goes into the box, up thru the filter and out to the big pipe, then to the turbo.The filter sits on a louvred tray. If you lift the tray out you can see an opening down in a corner. If the pipe to the turbo is off and you stick your fingers in the opening, you can see them out the other side and it appears that unfiltered air would be able to enter the pipe that way (gasp & gulp).
Can anyone explain the arrangement please?

[notaGolfR]

Please ignore the above. Senior moment. Spatially challenged. Complete rubbish

[mattaus]

Hi all. It's been a VERY long time since I last poked my head in here. Brings up sad Mk7 GTI memories

Anyway, my brother is looking to purchase a used Wolfsburg Mk7.5 R and I just wanted to ask if there is anything he should be looking at specifically to ensure it's a good buy. Limited info other than it's sporting a DSG, has 62k on the clock and they want $49k. Dealer used so has a 2 year warranty (he's going to read that word for word to see if it's worth the paper it's written on). I can't find it on Carsales but the one photo my brother provided shows it is sporting an all-round Flow Designs slip lip kit which I recommend removing as that will be a PITA on inner Melbourne streets. The lip kit could indicate an enthusiast owner which could be good or bad lol.

Anything to look for? He's also looking a new Polo GTI.

Thanks!