ED30 short write up.

[paulm007]

Typical journo talking s***e tbh!  Have the time they havent even driven the car themselves

[TeddyKGB]

I'll be very honest here but the ONLY thing i don't like about the ED30 is the way the tartan continues to the end of the driver and passenger seats. The normal GTI with the interlagos seats had this finish about 3 quarter the way and then had the black part. I think they did this on the ED30 to save money on that part of the leather trim

[Hully]

Has anyone else noticed that the Interlargos trim on the Ed30 is slightly different to the normal GTIs? 

[Hurdy]

This review from Car magazine was one of the first raft of reviews that came out....all spouting the same cr@p. Since then the reviewers have actually had time to get to know the true in's and out's of the ED30 and most now agree that it's worth the difference.

[Peskarik]

This review from Car magazine was one of the first raft of reviews that came out....all spouting the same cr@p. Since then the reviewers have actually had time to get to know the true in's and out's of the ED30 and most now agree that it's worth the difference.

 

[mike.]

Then you read an article like THIS and you realise what a special car the ED30 is.

Finished by this quote

That £1,700 premium for the limited edition GTI must now be considered the bargain of the century!

I nearly traded my standard GTI in for one last month but I am building a new house so will have to hold back for a while.

[Phil mcavity]

standard car is "as good" fact, not one mag has given the ed 30 higher rating then standard GTi, and thats fact also. Theres a reason for everything, 4 stars for an edition 30, 5 stars Standard GTi, and thats whatcar.co.uk. sorry ed 30 peeps but its about time us standard owners had a say!!   , I think a new string is needed for us quiet owners on Standard GTi's!, so much so that even the tiny voices in my head say go get an Edition 30, but im booking myself into rehab next week , so ask me again then!!

[Peskarik]

People, let us be friends!

And read this:

http://www.carenthusiast.com/roadtests.html?mode=article&id=1893

Summary, Edition 30:
Performance (5/5):
Almost perfect for everyday use.

Engine & Transmission (5/5):
Does feel more powerful than the standard car, but not massively.

Ride & Handling (5/5):
Brilliant balance, grip and agility. Firm but supple ride.

Fuel Economy (3/5):
Average economy of 25mpg is typical for a contemporary hot hatch.

Tactility (4/5):
We still love the steering wheel and the switchgear is great.

Appearance (5/5):
Subtly different to the regular GTI. New alloys are lovely.

Interior (5/5):
Tweaked trim is great; the part-leather trim is the perfect balance between luxury and comfort.

Safety (5/5):
All you'd expect, leading to a five-star Euro NCAP occupant protection rating.

Equipment & Value for Money (5/5):
In isolation the small changes you get may not justify the extra cost, but enthusiasts will consider it a bargain.

[Teutonic_Tamer]

i think they've missed the point of the car!  and they got it wrong when they said its the same unit as the standard GTI! Its got more in common with the S3 lump!

Actually, the major mechanicals of the Ed30 engine are the same as the standard GTI.  The only mechanical difference is a slightly bigger turbo, and a different boost pressure control.

The S3 engine is out on it's own, with different pistons, con-rods, valves etc.

[mafri]

Actually, the major mechanicals of the Ed30 engine are the same as the standard GTI.  The only mechanical difference is a slightly bigger turbo, and a different boost pressure control.

The S3 engine is out on it's own, with different pistons, con-rods, valves etc.

If that's the case, would it be possible to upgrade an original GTI to the Ed30 engine spec? Any clues on how much that would be vs. re-mapping....?