Mk7 Golf R Discussion Thread

[jonoz]

Australia we get the 19" standard

Greatly appreciated!

[Brycem]

I have a white R which I picked up new at the end of April. It has done under three thousand kms. I had originally ordered a manual gti. The gti was delayed, the R arrived, I drove the dealer demo and the rest is history. Four months later part of me wishes I stuck to the original plan. I definitely prefer manual to dsg. I know dsg is faster etc etc. I am considering selling the R privately. Pm me if you are about to spend many thousands more on a new one and join a waiting list. Thanks.

[Mikey1]

I have a white R which I picked up new at the end of April. It has done under three thousand kms. I had originally ordered a manual gti. The gti was delayed, the R arrived, I drove the dealer demo and the rest is history. Four months later part of me wishes I stuck to the original plan. I definitely prefer manual to dsg. I know dsg is faster etc etc. I am considering selling the R privately. Pm me if you are about to spend many thousands more on a new one and join a waiting list. Thanks.

My sentiment as well about manual vs DSG debate. However, you might change your mind when you do the sums and realise that if that's the only reason for selling, it's not going to be worth it.

[Ryan_R]

There's always a third way

VWVortex.com - How about a FAKE manual transmission?

[mfl]

There's always a third way

VWVortex.com - How about a FAKE manual transmission?

Many, many years ago - lates 80's I was minding my bosses CX2400 C-matic Citroen, it was a 3-speed in a H-pattern and you had to change gears manually, but no clutch pedal...

[DrK]

In comfort mode or Eco mode on the freeway I've had no issue with drone. Sometimes on change down to the lights it can drone a bit however the soundakator mod is quite effective at toning it down a tad if required (I had it adjusted to 75% which was perfect).

Where and how can I do this?

[avdo_]

Where and how can I do this?

You need a VCDS cable and theres a guide on how to do it.

VCDS (VAG-COM) codes and programmable options for Golf Mk7

[sergioscirocco]

another review with a good description of the driving experience
Volkswagen Golf R sampled in Sepang Circuit | Astro Awani

[jonoz]

Is there any reference online to how to change the key fob cap from the standard silver to the R one?

[TJG]

Is there any reference online to how to change the key fob cap from the standard silver to the R one?

I looked in the manual for how to change the key fob battery - Once I had the cover off the key it was pretty straight forward.