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Title: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: The Mighty Elvi on 25 September 2008, 13:27
 :smiley:  what do you think?

http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/autoexpressnews/228492/golf-gti-turns-up-heat.html

(http://i482.photobucket.com/albums/rr182/the_flying_elvi/car_photo_283428_7.jpg)
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Wayne on 25 September 2008, 13:43
Looks like a mk5
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Mk1Macca on 25 September 2008, 14:10
There's some better pictures here:

http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/News/Search-Results/First-Official-Pictures/New-VW-Golf-GTI-Mk6-2008-first-official-photos/ (http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/News/Search-Results/First-Official-Pictures/New-VW-Golf-GTI-Mk6-2008-first-official-photos/)

I really like it  :cool:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: T_J_G on 25 September 2008, 14:14
Much better than the mk5 IMO
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: VeeDubClub on 25 September 2008, 14:30
That looks lush.. not keen on the back of them really though but ah well  :laugh: Look forward to seeing clarkson giving it a hammering on top gear sometime soon then!
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: madhouse on 25 September 2008, 16:10
not bad. I don't like the rear lights either - bit naff and the dash looks a bit plasticy too. Nice detail on the front lights.

Where's the passenger side mirror gone (noting it's LHD) off that Mk1 off the Autoexpress pictures? And you'd think they'd clean the Mk1's sills properly before a photoshoot  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Dan34 on 25 September 2008, 16:13
Thats look alot better than i thought it would. I like it!

Dan
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Garza on 25 September 2008, 16:39
Looks awesome and subtle IMO. I can only dream of the day I can afford a MKVI GTi... or even a MKV... but the MKII 8v does the job for now  :smug:

G
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: bobbarley on 25 September 2008, 16:45
Looks excellent.  Extra 10bhp from the mk5, apparently it's better in the corners, and had twin exhausts!! :)
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: BobbyT on 25 September 2008, 16:49
love the front, not sure on the rear but still much better than the mk5, might keep the astra for a year and trade in, would like the R if its comes out, cheap S3 a like  :cool:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: HasH on 25 September 2008, 17:00
very nice!  :drool:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: kells on 25 September 2008, 17:31
saw it the other day in autoexpress (get it delivered) miles better than the mk 5, i love it
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: slammed-gti on 25 September 2008, 18:20
looks like any other new car imo....  :rolleyes: got an audi thing going on imo.... boring
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: MrBounce on 25 September 2008, 18:25
I'd have one! (But someone will have to buy it for me...)  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Conker on 25 September 2008, 19:50
Yum yum.

Hope it gets some new alloys though.
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: MooZ on 25 September 2008, 20:56
Nothing special, a blatent mix of the new Rocco and a mk5,  boring would have a mk5 over that, anyday.
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Jay on 25 September 2008, 21:59
Anyone else think it looks like the W12?
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Neaty on 25 September 2008, 22:03
looks great in my opinion. Looks like a toned down version of the GTI 650 (W12)

the front looks good especially.  :cool:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Conker on 25 September 2008, 22:04
Anyone else think it looks like the W12?

Its white. And its a Golf. Thats about it.

 :drool:

 :grin:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Organisys on 29 September 2008, 12:42
Who ll be the first to swap the panels, change a mk5 into a mk6  :laugh:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Saint Steve on 29 September 2008, 12:45
Much better than the mk5 IMO

37 hours to build a mk5

22 hours to build a mk6


yes that sounds like a quality product  :rolleyes:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: jv on 29 September 2008, 12:50
Efficiency. Working those robots harder :tongue:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: MrTurner on 29 September 2008, 15:07
I like it a lot.  I'm on a Megane forum with my 225 and they think it's a bit ghey, but it looks classy to me  :smiley:  Not sure about the retro seats, a bit much imo, but the rest of the interior looks lovely.
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Mew on 29 September 2008, 16:49

37 hours to build a mk5

22 hours to build a mk6


yes that sounds like a quality product  :rolleyes:

What the hell has that got to do with quality???
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: kells on 29 September 2008, 17:46
he is prob a bit pissed that his mk 5 is soon to be a " old model "

and as for people on a megan forum saying it looks gay, WTF :shocked: :shocked:, how can anyone say that compaired to a extremly gay/hairdressers looking car like a megan??

P.s no offence to any megan owners
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: MrTurner on 29 September 2008, 19:55
Offence taken - I'm shakin my ass as we speak  :grin:  :kiss:  :nerd:

The current shape is very marmite, I happen to love it.  I've not bothered to post the link to the forum here as there are a few people who beleive their car is the best and that is it.  Generally, it's quite an open forum, Focus ST's and Leon's are treated quite well.  Think there is a bit of jealousy with the MK6, it's a lovely looking package, let's hope it goes as well as it needs to.
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Neaty on 29 September 2008, 23:38
I like it a lot.  I'm on a Megane forum with my 225 and they think it's a bit ghey, but it looks classy to me  :smiley:  Not sure about the retro seats, a bit much imo, but the rest of the interior looks lovely.

a bit gay, coming from a French orientated forum...the irony
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: MrTurner on 30 September 2008, 08:38
^ Get your point, have you driven an RS Megane though  :shocked: it is fantastic.

Anyway - back to the Golf  :lipsrsealed: I looked at pics of the scirocco again after the golf, and I think I like the golf more!!
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Saint Steve on 05 October 2008, 17:25
he is prob a bit pissed that his mk 5 is soon to be a " old model "

erh, nooooo, im happy with my Lovelly Red Edition30 thankyou  :wink:, why would i want something alot slower??   :laugh:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: stealthwolf on 05 October 2008, 18:27
TBH it doesn't look as nice as the MKV.

MKV GTI looks 'mature' in comparison and you can definitely tell what clarkson was on about when he said you could do the school run and then scream home like a rally driver and then later pickup a chest of draws.

WRT styling, not a fan of the narrow grille below the bonnet. The vertical foglights -guess they'll grow on me. I do like the back of it and the rear lights. Love the chunky buttons on the steering wheel, as well as the steering wheel itself.

It's just the front end I hate!
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: kells on 05 October 2008, 18:42
he is prob a bit pissed that his mk 5 is soon to be a " old model "

erh, nooooo, im happy with my Lovelly Red Edition30 thankyou  :wink:, why would i want something alot slower??   :laugh:

gonna be faster aint it?, supposed to be fastest GTI yet??

then theirs the even faster one they are releasing at a later date too, cant remember its name..
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Saint Steve on 05 October 2008, 19:05
he is prob a bit pissed that his mk 5 is soon to be a " old model "

erh, nooooo, im happy with my Lovelly Red Edition30 thankyou  :wink:, why would i want something alot slower??   :laugh:

gonna be faster aint it?, supposed to be fastest GTI yet??

then theirs the even faster one they are releasing at a later date too, cant remember its name..

No the edition 30 has 30 bhp more then the current standard Mk5. New mk6 will have 210bhp instead of 197. Edition 30 is 227 standard, with a faster 0-60 sprint by almost half a second  :smiley:

Yes your thinking of the GTi-R coming in another year or so, same engine and turbo as the current ed30 or pirelli.
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Rhyso on 05 October 2008, 19:08
he is prob a bit pissed that his mk 5 is soon to be a " old model "

erh, nooooo, im happy with my Lovelly Red Edition30 thankyou  :wink:, why would i want something alot slower??   :laugh:

gonna be faster aint it?, supposed to be fastest GTI yet??

then theirs the even faster one they are releasing at a later date too, cant remember its name..

No the edition 30 has 30 bhp more then the current standard Mk5. New mk6 will have 210bhp instead of 197. Edition 30 is 227 standard, with a faster 0-60 sprint by almost half a second  :smiley:

and then they'll probably be a 35 year anniversary edition with more BHP and that will be faster than the ED30  :tongue:

and then there'll be the MKVII and so on................................
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: kells on 05 October 2008, 19:11
no i thought (and read) the GTI had 220 (the new one) and the R type one or T type or whatever they are gonna call it will be closer to 300 bhp mark...to try and give the forthcoming and imense Focus RS  :tongue: a run for its money

Defo read the new GTI will be the fastest GTI yet...i dunno? just saying what iv read/heard sure your right :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Saint Steve on 05 October 2008, 19:27
Quoted from auto express in post1 of this very thread.....

The newcomer uses a development of the current GTI’s 2.0-litre four-cylinder TSI engine, producing 207bhp. This is mated to a six-speed manual or six-speed DSG twin-clutch box, also from the existing car. The extra 10bhp is a result of tweaks to the induction system – which mean peak torque arrives at lower revs and CO2 emissions are cut by 10g/km to 178g/km.

Despite the mild increase in power, the 0-62mph sprint time remains unchanged, at 7.2 seconds, while top speed creeps up by 2mph to 148mph. The GTI should be even sharper in corners, too. The Adaptive Chassis Control system, seen on the new Scirocco, allows drivers to switch suspension and throttle settings between comfort, normal and sport modes. Plus, there’s a new XDS electronic limited slip differential to improve traction out of bends. It’s a far cry from the 107bhp 1.6-litre engine and four-speed gearbox in the MkI GTI!

But with a car like this, style has to be high on the agenda. And designers have beefed up the model in true GTI fashion.

The new front bumper houses vertical foglights set further apart than the headlamps, to create a wide and low stance. And the one-piece headlight and VW badge design pay homage to the MkI GTI. Follow the sculpted side skirts to the rear of the car, and this range-topping Golf clearly means business. A prominent roof spoiler, large rear diffuser and all-new twin exhaust – all of which are exclusive to the GTI – announce the car’s potential.

Completing the aggressive styling are polished 18-inch alloys, painted piano black on the inside – an optical illusion which VW says makes them appear half-an-inch larger.

Inside, there’s trademark tartan trim, plus a sporty flat-bottomed steering wheel.

The MkVI GTI will make its world debut at the Paris Motor Show in October, and go on sale in the UK in the summer. Prices are expected to start at £21,550 – which represents a £700 premium over the outgoing car. And if 207bhp isn’t enough for you, VW has confirmed a high-performance Golf R is also on the way.

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Edition 30 has 227bhp, so how can 207bhp be faster then a 230+ Horsepower Anniversary model. ( Just like the Mk4 anni) More powerful??

The GTi-R is rumoured to have around 270bhp based on the audi S3 ( same Engine as Ed30 but Slightly More tuned and 4 wheel drive)

Hope this Answers your question kells

The only car thats coming with 300bhp is the Focus RS
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Rhyso on 05 October 2008, 19:31
i think Kells was actually referring it to the standard GTI  :rolleyes: and not your 'special limited edition' ED30
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: JC on 05 October 2008, 19:38
Rhyso, put him back, he is only a Tiddler,  :grin:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: richw911 on 05 October 2008, 19:44
i think Kells was actually referring it to the standard GTI  :rolleyes: and not your 'special limited edition' ED30
Is the MK5 ED30 not limited edition then?
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Rhyso on 05 October 2008, 19:45
i think Kells was actually referring it to the standard GTI  :rolleyes: and not your 'special limited edition' ED30
Is the MK5 ED30 not limited edition then?

apparently VW made slightly more than 1500  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: richw911 on 05 October 2008, 19:49
i think Kells was actually referring it to the standard GTI  :rolleyes: and not your 'special limited edition' ED30
Is the MK5 ED30 not limited edition then?

apparently VW made slightly more than 1500  :lipsrsealed:
Oh is that because of the pirelli one then?
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Saint Steve on 05 October 2008, 20:07
i think Kells was actually referring it to the standard GTI  :rolleyes: and not your 'special limited edition' ED30
Is the MK5 ED30 not limited edition then?

apparently VW made slightly more than 1500  :lipsrsealed:
Oh is that because of the pirelli one then?

No because it was prooved to be a very popular seller so they made 700 more then the planned 1500. Both pirelli and ed30 are still effectively limited editions.

Or shall we say , was more popular then a"less Powerful" diesel Mk 4 Rich   :wink:   :evil: :evil:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Rhyso on 05 October 2008, 20:13
No because it was prooved to be a very popular seller so they made 700 more then the planned 1500. Both pirelli and ed30 are still effectively limited editions.

Or shall we say , was more popular then a"less Powerful" diesel Mk 4 Rich   :wink:   :evil: :evil:

still got more torque than your limited car   :tongue:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Saint Steve on 05 October 2008, 20:26
torques nothing if you havent got any "puff"  :wink:  love ya  :wink:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Rhyso on 05 October 2008, 20:36
torques nothing if you havent got any "puff"  :wink:  love ya  :wink:

did you not see the smoke?  :huh:






 :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Saint Steve on 05 October 2008, 20:44
No id passed out by then with the monoxide poisioning
Title: Re: MK6 GTi revealed
Post by: Rhyso on 05 October 2008, 20:48
No id passed out by then with the dioxide poisioning

i told everyone at the safety briefing to hold their breath  :undecided:


no telling some people eh  :tongue: :kiss: