GTI Aesthetics

[Corey_R]

In relation to the new 1.2TSI vs GTI comments, what I've noticed is that the 1.2TSI has no low end torque and then when the power starts coming in, you get a moderate kick in your back.

The GTI with its combination of Supercharged and Turbo charged is just so torque and powerful all over, that it's just so linear. There is no "kick" because it's completely smooth.

The GTI is undeniably quicker (stop watches etc), but just doesn't feel like it!

[triode12]

Interesting point about the 1.2tsi, in what way was it more entertaining ? Just curious as I've never driven one and quite probably have wrongly assumed it is too small a motor to be "fun".

Having had a test drive in the new 6R Polo GTI, I'm still not convinced. I still don't like the DSG, it just lacks something, it's a feel thing, maybe I'd get used to it eventually, but don't think the idea is to have to get used to something like that. Like noone, I'm not a fan of the rear of the 6R, just reminds me of a Yaris or a lot of other bland asian rear designs, whilst I prefer aspects of the front of the 6R, I think they could have placed the GTI red grill stripes a little better, they look a lot better on the Mk6 Golf GTI

I don't know why - perhaps the engine is lighter and doesn't carry as much weight in the front as the 1.4TSI does. Perhaps the single turbo provides a less linear acceleration curve compared to the more linear and refined GTI. Your guess is as good as mine.

The 1.2TSI felt more lively to drive. Zippy, lively, edgy and puppydog like are terms I would use. The GTI in comparison was like a frigid woman. Brrrr.

[Bflat]

Back to aesthetics....

I've found the 9N3 looks a whole lot more planted with the cupra lip (as much as one can without suspension mods) and it's such a cheap and easy thing to do it's any wonder you don't see it more often.

I've gone a little larish with my wing mirros (chromed) and i've had mixed reviews from people regarding this, but I'm more than happy with them

I've recently changed the stock rims to black Lenso Type M's and am starting to miss the 'elegant' look of the denvers as opposed to the 'dirty' look of the black rims.

The comments regarding the brake lights are spot on though, they are pretty girly. Whenever I catch a MKVI R I just drool over how sinister those LED's look.

[DeanB]

Back to aesthetics....

I've found the 9N3 looks a whole lot more planted with the cupra lip (as much as one can without suspension mods) and it's such a cheap and easy thing to do it's any wonder you don't see it more often.

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The comments regarding the brake lights are spot on though, they are pretty girly. Whenever I catch a MKVI R I just drool over how sinister those LED's look.

Agree about the Cupra lip, it's a nice look on the front of the 9N3.

If only the 6R Polo GTI had the MkVI Golf R brake lights, it is just lacking something ... happy to stick with the 9N3 rear, prefer it over the new look.

[seangti]

~$200 for Cupra lip delivered...

SEAT CUPRA R LIP SPOILER (OEM) | eBay

[noone]

Just so you know, Cupra lip is not designed for our cars, needs to be cut, and bolted / screwed into place while bending it to the shape to fit the bumper.

[Bflat]

Or for all of you Melbourne peeps, give Tim at Dub Ad·dic·tion [duhb uh-dik-shuhn] a yell and he'll sort you out.
I was there within half an hour of buying my gti to get the lip. Top bloke, honest service

[Bflat]

Just so you know, Cupra lip is not designed for our cars, needs to be cut, and bolted / screwed into place while bending it to the shape to fit the bumper.

I read similar posts before I bought the lip and was concerned about the extra work required, however having done it since it was an absolute breeze of a job. Two sets of hands and enough clearance and you're laughing.