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Offline Simon_CS81

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Turbo noise on GTI
« on: 05 June 2025, 20:07 »
Hi, I have just taken delivery of a new 8.5 clubsport.  Really pleased with it - although the turbo makes a lot of hisses and whooshing noises.  Anytime I lift off the throttle, or when the car changes gear and the turbo releases pressure, you can hear it - sometimes it just happens randomly, but can be every few seconds. It makes no difference whether it’s in sport or eco.  I have driven lots of turbocharged cars before - I had a GR Yaris prior to this, and haven’t heard this before.  It doesn’t sound quite right although can’t imagine VW would send out a brand new car with a mechanical issue.  I contacted the dealer but they are a long way from me and weren’t overly helpful.  Anyone else driving a mark 8 GTI/clubsport who can tell me whether this is normal or not - I don’t want to waste the dealers/my time unless necessary!  Thanks in advance, Simon