Volkswagen Golf GTi VR6 Reviews

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Volkswagen Golf GTi VR6
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Average Ratings for Volkswagen Golf GTi VR6

  • Performance4.5 stars
  • Practicality4.6 stars
  • Reliability4.4 stars
  • Value for Money4.8 stars
  • Reviewer Ratings4.6 stars
  • Overall Rating3.8 stars

8 Reviews For Volkswagen Golf GTi VR6

  • dctcom 12th Jun 2006

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Good Points: Exceptional V6 engine
    Smooth Power Delivery
    Very good 0-60 time
    Stability & traction control
    Luxurious
    Can be modified (turbo, SC)
    Moonson Sound Package is a blast!


    Bad Points: Maybe a little cheaper would be better
    MPG could be a little better although is good for a V6


    General comments: This is my first VR6 and my second Volkswagon Golf. Coming from a 2.0L 8v Golf GL, later turboed with 10psi (220whp/212lbstq) was not a big difference in performance, but dropping a turbo in this V6 would throw out something like 310/320 hps at 10psi.

    Considering that no engine work (aka forged pistons & rods) is necessary until 20+ psi of boost, is easy to imagine the stock potential of this car, only a low comp. Head gasket is necessary to top out at 350/400 hp on stock internals. No other engine can do that, neither Renault with it's sport line parts for VW are everywhere especially performance ones. So everything summed: the car is a blast in its stock form, responds as no other one does on mods, it's a cake to drop in a turbo and is reliable. Go and get one, new, used doesn't make any difference...since it's a real robust hot hatch or pocket rocket!!

  • XavierVolrath 28th Mar 2005

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    This Volkswagen Golf GTi VR6 is an all round compact pocket rocket sports car for a very reasonable price. This car is very deceiving to the untrained eye. The lack off traction can be corrected by puting on a set of high quality performance tyres. Looks amazing on the road and at car shows. This car was designed with all aspects of a car enthusiasts lifestyle and driving style in mind. VW was thinking when they built this car. Go VW go, give us another. My next car will be a golf R32.

  • sydvr6 22nd Nov 2004

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    The Volkswagen Golf GTi VR6 is the proverbial wolf in sheeps clothing. The V6 howl under acceleration and snarl under a trailing throttle are sweet sounds for those who rate auditory enjoyment highly in their driving experience. Immaculately kept by a fussy owner from new, this car was fitted with a full stainless steel exhaust system and aftermarket shocks and springs before I bought it.

    This car will joyfully trounce even the most ardent jap-tuning boy racer in its wake whilst also seeing ...

  • antera309 21st Oct 2004

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I have owned my 1994 Volkswagen Golf GTi VR6 5-door sports car for almost 4 years now. First car I've ever held onto for that long, which says something straight away!

    It's been unbelievably reliable for a "hot hatch" of this age. The only problems I've had are with the ABS (Pump fault) and some rusting on the tailgate (a common problem on pre-1996 Mk3s). Other than that it's been perfect.

    The car put an ear-to-ear grin on my face the first time I drove it. And it still does, courtesy ...

  • o. 19th Jul 2003

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    Mine is a Vento and it handles much better than the Golf. Good to look at, drive, own and its got that VR6 badge..

  • Bowers. 12th Nov 2002

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    Very fast, Very nice 10 out 10

  • JOD. 10th Nov 2002

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    Needed a fast, reliable, easy and cheap to run 5dr family car. But these cars seemed not to exist without having to sacrifice one thing or the other, until I found the VW Golf VR6!
    What a car this is! Having owned this car for 9 trouble-free months I decided to fit lowered shocks & springs. The kit is G-Max, lowered 35mm I just wish i'd done it when I bought it, it has transformed the car into a new level. This with a jetex exhaust and panel filter has made quite a differrence also drill about ...

  • pal. Rank: Lance Corporal 13th May 2002

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    VW Golf GTi VR6.
    Engine: Buttery smooth, quick and sounds awesome
    Suspension: On the soft side ... easily cured with a set of Koni adjustable struts/shocks and Eibach springs!
    Very practical ... probably the most practical sporty coupe!!
    Excellent and very rigid chassis ... and an excellent value for your money.