Advantages of leather on the MkVI GTI:
- looks classy from a distance
- it smells nice for about 3 weeks
Disadvantages of leather on the MkVI GTI:
- it costs a fortune
- it looks like immitation leather close up
- it's cold in the winter
- it's hot in the summer
- it's slippery all year round
- VW stretch their leather too much, making the seats (even) harder
- it requires regular maintenance (creams & cleaners) to keep it supple
- even with regular maintenance, the driver's side bolster will crack after a few months
- the leather used on the driver's seat will sag and/or stretch after only a few weeks
- it doesn't look sporty
