MK7 GTI Performance Package or MK6 Golf R

[Mutch1983]

G’day Boost, having only driven the Mk6 R I guess it’s only uneducated opinion but I’d go against the grain here and choose the newer vehicle. According to the reviews that I’ve read it has a significantly better chassis, steering and fuel economy, not to mention improvements in the interior, power delivery and ride and handling.

It won’t launch like the 4 motion and you’d have to think you’ll lose out in mid-corner grip but its mid-range and dynamics are good enough for VAG to claim that it’s faster than the Mk6 R around the Nurburgring despite a 30kw disadvantage.

If I was in your position, what I’d really do is wait to see what the new Mk7 R is priced at. It should be a beaut and I just read on the forum that someone has already viewed one in the country today.

[amberzombie]

I haven't tested the 7GTi but having tried the 6R and 6GTi i can say that there is a remarked difference in handling.

the 6R with the haldex system seems very heavy on the road and on turn in. the 6GTi seems dartier and easier to drive in normal conditions.

that being said, the extra power from the R really helps when cutting in and out of traffic.

I got a feeling that if i test drove the 7GTi with the PP i might trade in my R on the spot. the only thing i'd really miss is the roar of the exhaust (which you can argue can be added to the 7GTi with aftermarket mods)