MK GTi vs Ed30 - performance potential differences.

[baderlfc]

In the market for a GTi or Ed30.. wondering whether the Ed30 is really worth the extra £2-2.5k they seem to carry pricewise?

I've heard (correct me if I'm wrong) the Ed30's have the K04 turbo and larger injectors essentially meaning they have bigger tuning potential?

I would also imagine an Ed30 would hold it's value better than a standard GTi?

Really I'm thinking is it better to keep the £2k plus to mod a standard GTi? I mean are they really worlds apart in terms of performance anyway?

[VR6_Wherry]

I'm no Mk5 expert, i don't really know anything at all. This has some specification for you to compare : http://www.parkers.co.uk/cars/reviews/facts-and-figures/volkswagen/golf/gti-2005/

I personally would go for the Ed30

[baderlfc]

I'm no Mk5 expert, i don't really know anything at all. This has some specification for you to compare : http://www.parkers.co.uk/cars/reviews/facts-and-figures/volkswagen/golf/gti-2005/

I personally would go for the Ed30

Thanks mate, useful info!

[Rhyso]

I'd go for the ED30

The ED30 drives like the MK5 GTI does when remapped.  A mapped ED30 is a whole different ball game    Plus its the better looking of the two with the body coloured bumpers and a few other bits and bobs

[AlanD]

If you have the money go for the ED30, its a no brainer.

[Hurdy]

ED30....simples!