GT TDI 150... ?

[Mimo_uk]

Not looking to get one just yet because i can't afford the insurace to be honest. But does anyone have one, would they recomend this engine, i suppose the figures speak for them self, over 50mpg and about 135MPH... stunning in theory.

Iv'e read somewhere that it has slightly too much torqure for its traction control system is this an issue people have problems with?

And also has anyone "chipped" remapped the ECU in one of these cars, how much extra BHP can you reallistically squeeze out, and i don't know if this is a silly question but what sort of MPG would you get if you did remap the ECU...

Just by looking at the figures, im saving up to get one of these, the current 1.4 is somewhat of a slow coach...
Cheers,

[Rhyso]

ask Ridge as he has one; I've got the 130 and can't fault it at all; going to have it remapped next year which should see figures of around 170-180bhp

the 150 will remap to around 185-195bhp

only problem is unless you're looking at a new clutch if you abuse the power 

[Ridg]

the TDI 150 engine is a beast and i'd say the best out of the MK4 TDI's

i average 53-55 mpg from a tank and have touched 135 (verified by gps) a few times

the only time the torque can become an issue is in the wet as you can get wheel spin in 3rd, i'm currently running pirellis which aren't the best but cope with the torque fine in the dry

i plan to get mine remapped at some point but to be honest there isn't much need to, in terms of in gear acceleration standard you can keep up with a MK5 GTI, celica T sports, type r's

like Rhyso says if you do plan to remap it, you'll want to consider a new clutch, on the plus side the 150 comes with the front mounted intercooler so you can happily change the turbo without having to upgrade the exhaust systems

except upto 195 bhp from a remap and 260 bhp with a bigger turbo too

regarding economy after the remap, on a cruise it will be higher, but under acceleration it would be worst

[Mimo_uk]

Reason i mentioned it is because the other day i drove a 02' Passat TDI 130, and it felt like a rocket even though its a big heavy car, so i though the golf is no doubt lighter and with even more power it must be an amazing piece of kit, and looking at the figures its stunning.

Guess the guestion is then why get a GTI which will only average about 30mpg but would be slower?
With this you get the looks and spec of a GTI but that all important economy aswell, win win situation...

[Ridg]

Guess the guestion is then why get a GTI which will only average about 30mpg but would be slower?
With this you get the looks and spec of a GTI but that all important economy aswell, win win situation...

the only reason(s) IMO to get a petrol GTI is for to cheaper initial cost or if you plan to tune to silly levels like 400 bhp

[Rhyso]

Guess the guestion is then why get a GTI which will only average about 30mpg but would be slower?
With this you get the looks and spec of a GTI but that all important economy aswell, win win situation...

sounds like another convert to the Dark Pump 

[Madmax]

What're the prices like on the GT TDI 150s? I'd of loved one but couldn't find one in my price range.

[Ridg]

What're the prices like on the GT TDI 150s? I'd of loved one but couldn't find one in my price range.

you're looking at £7k + for decent mileage and spec

obviously you can get them cheaper depending on condition

[lewisgraham]

I have one its great 

Im just desperate to upgrade to the Gt tdi 150 anniversary but i can't find a nice one 

Yeah 7k + seems about right thats what i have been offerd for mine to be traded in

[Ridg]

Im just desperate to upgrade to the Gt tdi 150 anniversary but i can't find a nice one 

personally i wouldn't say that the anniversary was an upgrade, the only thing better you get is the brakes and suspension then rest is cosmetic.

don't get me wrong i'd love an anniversary TDI, but you get much more car for you money with a non anniversary as there was only ever 1 or 2 options on the anni being parking sensors and cruise

if you look at what you'll get for the same money as an anniversary TDI then you'll have everything from leather to xenons and spare money to upgrade the brakes / suspension