Yep Richie that is what is what I want to know (to XL or not to XL, that is the question) - if you go to the Goodyear web site or tirerack they state the car was designed for 91w not the XL.
Homesqueeze: I cannot find any reference to the Mk5 Gti DSG being on XL as correct spec with the 17" wheels, only 91W or 91Y - can you post a link please or tell me where to look?
I want a comfortable ride, and wonder if I can reduce the tyre pressures back into normal range with the XLs, but worry the change from 91 to 94 might counteract that - has anyone any experience of both types of tyre on the Asym 2?