However, they aren’t without their problems. Thankfully, most of the early issues were sorted out during production, but rogue cars are still out there. VW Golf Mk7 known faults and common problems. Buying guide – common issues, and what to look for if you’re looking at getting one. 1. KNOCKING FRONT SUSPENSIONKeep in mind that compared to your Civic, these cars, due to the turbocharging, produce much more usable torque at very low RPM. Torque peak is around 1600 rpm, and it holds it all the way to 4200 rpm for the 1.8 TSI. So it is a very flexible motor and handles the wide ratios of the 5-speed quite well. Problem solved! Just exchanged the 1.5TSI EVO within the dealers 30-day exchange period for a 2018 GTI DSG in Tornado red. I gave it a very thorough test this morning and the cabin sound difference is like night and day. I wasted 4 weeks with this 1.5 TSI but at least I am happy once again.
I had the Mk6 1.4 tsi DSG Match and now have the Mk7 1.4 tsi GT, my mileage is @ 10-12000miles/year and if your main consideration is economy/noise the petrol version is probably the way to go, based on your mileage. I find the petrol version is quieter and quicker than the diesel plus petrol is cheaper.
1 - 2 of 2 Posts. Hi there, I currently own a 1.4 TSI Highline model. As far as I know there are no oil consumption problems. The older mk6 models with the 1.2 TSI which have supercharger definitely have engine problems, so avoid that one at any cost. 1.4 TSI is single intercooled turbo engine, smooth like butter and quick when you want it to be.VW Golf Mk7 Estate, GT, 1.4T SI 140PS, 6 speed Manual, Tungsten Silver Metallic / Titan Black, Loads of factory options & OEM+ mods. MK7 Golf 1.4 TSi HL QQh3F. 180 829 991 794 522 884 211 645