Peace of mind is underrated, it's just a car at the end of the day! Although the injectors are a weak point, I know someone that got real world 65mpg out of a 1.6 GT TDI pre-facelift.
Thinking about giving up the GTI in favour of a diesel. Looking at a Honda Civic or Ford Focus where mpg is quoted in high 70's - so real world maybe 55mpg. Energy price cap rise due in October and I still feel violated from the last rise. I know I'll probably regret it but kind of feel backed into a corner.
No longer a GTI owner - traded it in today. If anyone in Norwich is interested in a night blue gti with leather then swing by Holden Honda before it heads off to auction. Far too good a car for auction. Anyway, all the best everyone. Happy