Things you don't like about your MK7

[thezoneR32]

Just over 1000 kms travelled so far and the only real complaint I have is that slow spot before the RPMs hit 1500 and the turbo kicks in.

Uh that slow spot just before 1500rpm is called idle.

[Nauend]

Uh that slow spot just before 1500rpm is called idle.

lol. Perhaps a better way to describe it is there is an obvious hesitation when accelerating from a stopped position. Experienced it on the three grades of Mk7 that I test drove and still getting used to it. The falcon I used to drive would stick the boot in straight away without hesitation, so I expect its just a matter of me getting used to the smaller 1.4 turbo combo (as well as front wheel drive).

[exzibit]

Hey

Pt3: safety first
Pt4: agree re the cruise control but you get used to it after a while

Pt 5: daylight running lights are meant to be always on with the ignition - increase visibility on the road.

Pt 6: that's a safety feature in most European cars - wont drain the battery that quick as it only operates at low voltage - if I remember correctly it only works in the dark - stops someone running into your parked car in the dark


Harry
MY13.5 Red Polo GTI

Pt3: not having this feature makes starting the car more dangerous? How so?

Pt5: would be better if this was an option, if it says OFF, I expect it to be switched off, common sense would seem to indicate as much. If it comes on with AUTO on, I wouldn't have a dislike of it.

Pt6: Nope, happened in broad daylight when I parked outside my house to wash the car and was wondering why the bloody hell one side was on and not the other.

[exzibit]

lol. Perhaps a better way to describe it is there is an obvious hesitation when accelerating from a stopped position. Experienced it on the three grades of Mk7 that I test drove and still getting used to it. The falcon I used to drive would stick the boot in straight away without hesitation, so I expect its just a matter of me getting used to the smaller 1.4 turbo combo (as well as front wheel drive).

I know exactly what you're talking about. There is a subtle but noticeable lag from a standing start before the turbo suddenly kicks in. I've adapted to it by easing up on the accelerator just before the boost so it's a more even acceleration, otherwise, it's quite a jerky take off. Another quirk of the DSG gearbox, I'm led to believe. Even a crappy underpowered Hyundai had a more responsive and even acceleration. Having said that, after the takeoff, the rest of the drive is really quite smooth and enjoyable.

[Mountainman]

I know exactly what you're talking about. There is a subtle but noticeable lag from a standing start before the turbo suddenly kicks in. I've adapted to it by easing up on the accelerator just before the boost so it's a more even acceleration, otherwise, it's quite a jerky take off. Another quirk of the DSG gearbox, I'm led to believe. Even a crappy underpowered Hyundai had a more responsive and even acceleration. Having said that, after the takeoff, the rest of the drive is really quite smooth and enjoyable.

With the manual you have the advantage of giving it a few more revs as the clutch is released on any reasonably brisk start and you're immediately in that torque band. The "softness" is only noticeable when really pussy-footing it.

[Mountainman]

2. The way you have to turn and twist your wrist to get the ignition key to start. All other cars I've driven and owned the turn is a 90 degrees turn. On the VW, it's almost 180 degrees.

Actually 90 degrees in the "on" position and about 120 degrees to engage start. What I do find annoying is that the 12 volt power outlet doesn't work unless the ignition is on. Can sit an listen to the radio with the ignition off but the phone can't be charged. Jap cars have a useful key position called accessory.

[thezoneR32]

lol. Perhaps a better way to describe it is there is an obvious hesitation when accelerating from a stopped position. Experienced it on the three grades of Mk7 that I test drove and still getting used to it. The falcon I used to drive would stick the boot in straight away without hesitation, so I expect its just a matter of me getting used to the smaller 1.4 turbo combo (as well as front wheel drive).

This will most likely be the DSG. You'll develop a love/hate relationship with it. Hate it because it makes you feel like you dont know how to drive anymore,/love it because once you learn its nuisances you will be quicker than anything else around you.

[Sunny43.5]

Whilst not a current Golf owner I found out in Germany from a dealer that because there are many old towns with very narrow streets drivers can leave either side indicator tail lights on so other drivers can see them in the dark depending which side of the road you park on .DLR lights are my pet hate again in countries like Europe and Northern America [in some Canadian areas its mandantory for the headlights to be on all the time ] because of the weather conditions foggy drizzly days it is a safety feature . Here in Australia they should be optional it would be so simple for the headlight switch to have an "off" position , I suppose my dislike is some of these cars with massive LED displays on during the day which just sceams Look at Me Look at Me .

[soogs]

Apparently the wiper smear problem is widespread as it has also been commented in the UK forums. Apparently the right side wiper is too long? thus the arm isn't firm enough to push it against the screen.

I guess the slow take off is what Wheels mag described as doughy accelerator, a bit wooden like the Mercs.

[cathaldinneen]

This will most likely be the DSG. You'll develop a love/hate relationship with it. Hate it because it makes you feel like you dont know how to drive anymore,/love it because once you learn its nuisances you will be quicker than anything else around you.

Correct, I drove my bosses BMW 1M DSG and I had the same sensation as you describe so it's not a MkVII problem more a symptom of driving a DSG.