Golf MK7 / MKVII Speculation / Pre-Release Information Thread

**Dubya** · 22-05-2010, 01:01 PM

Originally Posted by coreying

So no, the MKVII and the car that you see has no relation at all to the MK6 - other than the fact that they're both Golfs and it's currently wearing the MK6's body.

Quite a claim. Whoever said this must be quite an authority.

But wait, it's the authoritative and ever well-informed Coreying with yet another sweeping claim regarding matters about which only a VW insider would have any knowledge, and in bold no less!

No relation at all? Absolutely none . . . apart from them both being Golfs.

But apart from that minor detail, them sharing the same manufacturer and DNA, no relationship at all. None.

Thanks for pointing that out, Corey.

**BBP** · 22-05-2010, 04:17 PM

Originally Posted by Dubya

Quite a claim. Whoever said this must be quite an authority.

But wait, it's the authoritative and ever well-informed Coreying with yet another sweeping claim regarding matters about which only a VW insider would have any knowledge, and in bold no less!

No relation at all? Absolutely none . . . apart from them both being Golfs.

But apart from that minor detail, them sharing the same manufacturer and DNA, no relationship at all. None.

Thanks for pointing that out, Corey.

DracZ ! Are you there ?

Coreying needs your help again.

**Maverick** · 22-05-2010, 06:30 PM

Originally Posted by Dubya

Quite a claim. Whoever said this must be quite an authority.

But wait, it's the authoritative and ever well-informed Coreying with yet another sweeping claim regarding matters about which only a VW insider would have any knowledge, and in bold no less!

No relation at all? Absolutely none . . . apart from them both being Golfs.

But apart from that minor detail, them sharing the same manufacturer and DNA, no relationship at all. None.

Thanks for pointing that out, Corey.

It's well know what the Mark VII is a total platform replacement for the Golf (and the A3 along with Seat and Skoda derivatives). Volkswagen have mentioned this publicly quite a few times.

**hoi polloi** · 23-05-2010, 10:18 AM

I'm more interested in the engine that will power the MkVII GTI...

(and the transmission choices I guess)

- Anthony.

**Maverick** · 23-05-2010, 11:25 AM

Originally Posted by hoi polloi

I'm more interested in the engine that will power the MkVII GTI...

(and the transmission choices I guess)

- Anthony.

I think it's pretty safe to say there will be a 2l 4cyl low output turbo (or maybe a 1.8l), a 2l cyl high output turbo and maybe a 6 or 8cyl with a choice of manual or dsg gearboxes and of course fwd for the low output turbo and awd for the other two. They're not going to stray from a winning formula and the new platform is designed to take bigger engines but as this platform is used by Audi etc it's possible that Audi will go down the path of having a 6 or 8cyl S3 and VW will stick with smaller engines.

**julesski** · 27-11-2010, 08:00 AM

I am interested to hear peoples opinion as to what "new stuff" to expect from the next Golf (Mk7), bearing in mind MK6 was perhaps Mk5.5 and was constrained by the automotive "sales freefall" and too high build costs occurring at the time.

Here are my thoughts:-

1. A slightly more radical (in a VW conservative sort of way) body shape, whilst retaining existing Golf cues

2. Further improvements to fuel efficiencies from the 1.4 TSI engines, perhaps down from 6.5 to @ 5 litres/100Km with CO2 reductions accordingly

3. Slightly larger by @ 10% (boot space and overall size) this has been alluded to by VW I believe

4. Keyless entry and push button start as standard - cheap to do and looks cool

5. Stop/Start technology option, possibly as standard

6. Large LCD display for radio and (Basic) Navigation as standard

7. Fold flat rear seats - finally

8. Hybrid options and full electric choice later

9. Rear view parking camera possibly as standard (would earn marks for safety)

10. Bluetooth standard across range

11. WIFI of some description (option only)

12. Completely redesigned new interior with a possible HUD (Head up Display) as an option

What do you think, I am sure everyone has an opinion and I guess the new Audi A3 (on the same floorpan it will be based) will be a good indicator if it does eventually arrive first?

My prediction would be a Launch at the German motor show in late 2012 and we will see new cars in NZ/Australia around April/May 2013.

Jules

**STV4SYT** · 27-11-2010, 08:35 AM

Don't think they are going to be throwing al that stuff in as standard while people continue to put a tick in the options boxes reaping more revenue for VW.

**peedman** · 27-11-2010, 08:53 AM

Im still waiting for my mk6 i dont want to hear stuff about mk7!!!

Does anyone recall the reason why the mk6 is so short lived???

**Corey_R** · 27-11-2010, 09:08 AM

Originally Posted by peedman

Does anyone recall the reason why the mk6 is so short lived???

Because the MK6 = MK5.5
The MK5 was meant to last until now. Unfortunately the designers had full reign on it and didn't really consult production, meaning it took twice as long as was needed to build, thus meaning VW struggled to make any profit from it. The MK6 (MK5.5) was a facelift with consultation with production to optimise the process so that they could finally make some profit.

The current success of the MK6 has actually caused VW to let it run for longer than initially planned. But as the Audi A3 is getting rather long in the tooth, the MK7 (same platform as A3) can't be pushed back too much.