Is the new Golf GTI good?
The new Volkswagen Golf GTI isn’t quite as thrilling to drive as a Honda Civic Type R or even a Ford Focus ST. But it has still more of the breadth of ability which, for many, defines the hot hatch genre, delivering a wider spectrum between comfort and performance-focused body control.
How long do new Volkswagens last?
Volkswagen cars typically last around 100,000 miles as long as it is serviced and taken good care of. VW cars you buy today usually last longer than VWs that are just 10 years old. However, like most vehicles, you can only achieve this mile mark if you continuously take the car for regular maintenance.
How much is a new VW Golf GTI?
The new VW Golf GTI is now on sale in the UK now. It costs from £33,460 for a six-speed manual model and £34,960 for a model with a seven-speed DSG automatic gearbox.
Is there a recall on VW Golf 118tsi?
Owners of Volkswagen Golfs fitted with 118 TSI engines are being asked to have their engines checked out. The problem also affects Jetta models using the same engine. Although not a recall, Volkswagen Australia this week issued a “service campaign” on 6690 locally delivered Golfs and Jettas fitted with the high-tech engine.
Why is my Polo GTI making a rattling noise?
A common symptom of a stretched timing chain is a rattling noise from the engine bay (see video below). It is understood that the manufacturing defect was rectified for post-2012 1.4 TSI ‘Twincharger’ engines, though Volkswagen has not identified the production dates or engine codes of affected engines.
Why does my Volkswagen Golf make a whining noise?
If your Golf’s stereo is making a whining noise, it is usually caused by a condition known as “alternator whine”. Alternator whine is a product of a drop in voltage between the radio and the alternator itself. It is usually way more noticeable on the A.M band of the radio. You’ll hear it match the acceleration of the vehicle.
What kind of engine does VW Golf 118tsi have?
“It’s a software upgrade and takes about 30 minutes,” he says. The widely acclaimed 118 TSI 1.4-litre twincharger engine in the Golf and Jetta uses both turbocharging and supercharging to deliver the torque of a 2.0-litre but economy of a smaller-capacity engine.