Has anyone ordered a mk7 GTi?

[neg]

  ok, I'll nip to my local superstore later 

[Deako]

Couldnt find a feature on their website either.

[Tortaruga]

I read it in the supermarket this morning.

It's a pity that the jazz mags are all wrapped up nowadays. I can't have a cheeky look at 'Razzle' anymore.

[Kalpsn2000]

Decided to spec one up with the options I would want, came to £32,740. A lot for a GTI.

My Extras:
http://sdrv.ms/10uKdHW

[S4nup]

Kalps, you can save £125 on the gear knob...only an option for manuals apparently... As they say, every little helps!

[Kalpsn2000]

Kalps, you can save £125 on the gear knob...only an option for manuals apparently... As they say, every little helps!

Yeah didn't notice that but still not Tesco prices at 32.5K

If I did go for one then it would have to be about 3 years old so down to around 15k. Planning on keeping my Mk5 for a few years still so could be good timing

[Eddie-NL]

I doubt a 3 year old new golf GTi will be £15k more like £20k

[Kalpsn2000]

Ok maybe 3-4 years.

[MightyMullet]

Ok maybe 3-4 years.

Look at the mk6 prices ow, thatll be what you would expect from a 3-5 year old mk7 in the years to come. I think by the time its in my price range i would have moved on to something a little bigger and more estate-yer

[andrewparker]

I doubt a 3 year old new golf GTi will be £15k more like £20k

Wouldn't that assume a £30k GTI will retain 65%+ of it's value over 3 years? I can't see that personally.

[andrewparker]

Look at the mk6 prices now...

I've read that MK6 GTIs are becoming quite hard to shift at the moment, so who knows how accurate the prices are...

[Eddie-NL]

Time will tell

cars have become more expensive over the last few years

look at the prices of the mk6 when it was launched in 2009 and compare that to the final price at its end in 2012

The mk7 probably will also increase in price, dealers will price older used cars to the current model

[neg]

Golf's are good for holding value 60% is about right I thought.

There seem to be plenty of GTI's to choose from which won't help.

[Deako]

Mk7 GTI is 5 insurance groups lower than the outgoing Mk6 GTI too. Sounds good. 

The seventh-generation version of the iconic Volkswagen Golf GTI, which was introduced at the Geneva International Motor Show in March, is now available to order in the UK, with prices starting at £25,845 on the road – just £195 more than the previous model despite substantial enhancements.  For the first time it is available from the factory with two power levels: the standard 220 PS GTI and the GTI Performance, a £980 option which increases power to 230 PS, adds larger brake discs and a front limited-slip differential.

The new GTI is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged direct-injection petrol engine (TSI) with 220 PS.  In the GTI Performance version, the engine’s maximum power is boosted to 230 PS.  Both GTI models develop a maximum torque of 350 Nm (258 lbs ft).  The standard GTI accelerates to 62 mph in 6.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 152 mph.  The GTI Performance has a top speed of 155 mph and needs just 6.4 seconds for the sprint to 62 mph.  Despite its impressive performance, the new Golf GTI is in insurance group 29E – five groups lower than its predecessor.

Both versions of the GTI are equipped with a Stop/Start system and fulfil the EU-6 emissions standard that takes effect in 2014.  With a six-speed manual gearbox, they attain the same low fuel consumption value of 47.1 mpg (CO2 emissions of 139 g/km).  This means that the latest Golf GTI offers an 18 per cent improvement in fuel economy compared to the previous model.  With the optional six-speed DSG gearbox, the two GTI models achieve fuel consumption figures of 44.1 mpg (equivalent to 148 g/km CO2 for the standard GTI and 149 g/km CO2 for the GTI Performance).

Buyers who opt for the £980 Performance pack gain not just an extra 10 PS of power, but also uprated brakes and a limited-slip differential.  The ventilated front brake discs increase from 312 x 25 mm to 340 x 30 mm , while the rear discs, which are 300 x 12 mm solid discs on the ‘standard’ GTI, are changed to 310 x 22 mm ventilated discs.  The front differential is a new development, dubbed VAQ.  This provides more neutral and agile driving behaviour and allows higher speeds to be carried through curves.  The system consists of a multi-plate coupler between the differential cage and right driveshaft, which controls locking torque electro-hydraulically.  Visually, vehicles with the Performance pack are distinguished solely by ‘GTI’ lettering on the red brake calipers.

The sporty character of the Golf GTI is reflected in its styling, which includes the characteristic red stripe across the honeycomb radiator grille – now also extending into the standard bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights – red-painted brake calipers, two chrome tailpipes and sports suspension.  As standard, the GTI comes with 18-inch ‘Austin’ alloy wheels with 225/45 tyres, special side sills, a rear diffuser framing the exhaust pipe at either side, smoked LED rear lights and LED number plate illumination.

Interior highlights include 2Zone climate control, sports seats with the classic tartan ‘Jacara’ cloth upholstery, a black roof lining and red ambience lighting.  GTI drivers will also appreciate the bespoke sports steering wheel, gear lever and instrument cluster, trim strips and stainless steel pedal caps.   The standard touchscreen infotainment system also includes DAB digital radio, Bluetooth and iPod connectivity.

As well as high performance, a high level of safety equipment comes as standard in the Golf GTI. On top of high passive safety levels – thanks in part to a passenger cell made from high- and ultra-high strength steels – active safety features include the Automatic Post-Collision Braking system, which automatically applies the vehicle brakes after an accident to reduce the chances of a second impact; the pre-crash system, which tensions seatbelts and closes windows and the sunroof if an accident is likely to improve the effectiveness of the airbags; Front Assist, which warns the driver in the event of coming too close to the vehicle in front, can prime the brakes, and operates at speeds of up to 99 mph; City Emergency Braking, which can automatically brake the vehicle at speeds below 18 mph; Automatic Distance Control, a radar-operated cruise control that maintains a set distance from the vehicle in front; and seven airbags as standard, including one for the driver’s knees.

Optional equipment includes 19-inch ‘Santiago’ alloy wheels, ‘Vienna’ leather upholstery, keyless entry, High Beam Assist, Lane Assist, Park Assist (parking sensors are standard), a rear view camera, ACC Adaptive Chassis Control, touchscreen satellite navigation and a Dynaudio sound pack with 10-channel amplifier and eight speakers.

For more details visit www.volkswagen.co.uk.

Key facts

■Engine: four-cylinder TSI (turbocharged direct petrol injection); front transverse;displacement 1,984 cc; bore/stroke 82.5/92.8 mm; compression ratio 9.8:1
■Power: 220 PS from 4,500-6,300 rpm / GTI Performance 230 PS 4,700-6,200 rpm
■Torque: 350 Nm (258 lbs ft) from 1,500-4,400 rpm / GTI Performance 1,500-4,600
■Front brakes 312 x 25 mm ventilated discs / rear brakes 300 x 12 mm solid discs /
GTI Performance front brakes 340 x 30 mm ventilated discs / rear brakes
310 x 22 mm ventilated discs
■Fuel consumption / CO2 emissions: 47.1 mpg; 139 g/km (manual), 44.1 mpg, 148 g/km (DSG); 44.1 mpg, 149 g/km CO2 (DSG Performance)
■Performance (manual): 0-62 mph in 6.5 sec; top speed 152 mph / GTI Performance 0-62 mph in 6.4 sec; top speed 155 mph
■Unladen weight: 1,351 kg


Golf GTI model line-up and pricing

Trim
level Engine
derivative CO2,
g/km Urban
mpg Extra-urban mpg Combined mpg Price, £ RRP OTR
             
GTI 2.0-litre TSI 220 PS 3dr 139 37.7 55.4 47.1 25,845
GTI 2.0-litre TSI 220 PS 5dr 139 37.7 55.4 47.1 26,500
GTI 2.0-litre TSI 220 PS DSG 3dr 148 34.9 53.3 44.1 27,260
GTI 2.0-litre TSI 220 PS DSG 5dr 148 34.9 53.3 44.1 27,915
             
GTI Performance 2.0-litre TSI 230 PS 3dr 139 37.7 55.4 47.1 26,825
GTI Performance 2.0-litre TSI 230 PS 5dr 139 37.7 55.4 47.1 27,480
GTI Performance 2.0-litre TSI 230 PS DSG 3dr 149 34.9 52.3 44.1 28,240
GTI Performance 2.0-litre TSI 230 PS DSG 5dr 149 34.9 52.3 44.1 28,895

[wigit]

must congratulate Wayside VW in Milton Keynes for being completely clue less on the Mk7 GTI and showing no interest whatsoever in trying to sell Mrs W one today