My thoughts are that the GTi and R will change the way people feel about the mk8, they’re sure to look nicer, with the mk7 I don’t particularly like the look of the lower end models but really like the GTi, R, GTD and GTE not so much but it’s still ok! Last weekend I went and had a good look at the NEW 1 Series BMW, although the lower spec models looked ok inside and out, as with the Mk8 I didn’t really like the overall look, the M135i XDrive however, Wow! That thing looks great! Really really nice interior and a very aggressive rear end, front on it too is a little weird but it’s not bad, pictures on the web don’t do this car (M135i) justice, much better looking in person, BMW may have converted me! this could be where my money goes once it’s time to change the GTi.I saw a pic of one on air suspension. I do like the back end...but the frumpy front end will take some getting used to. Looking forward to see what the GTI and R will look like.
Now that looks amazing! Too bad the states don't get anything cool like that, per usual.My thoughts are that the GTi and R will change the way people feel about the mk8, they’re sure to look nicer, with the mk7 I don’t particularly like the look of the lower end models but really like the GTi, R, GTD and GTE not so much but it’s still ok! Last weekend I went and had a good look at the NEW 1 Series BMW, although the lower spec models looked ok inside and out, as with the Mk8 I didn’t really like the overall look, the M135i XDrive however, Wow! That thing looks great! Really really nice interior and a very aggressive rear end, front on it too is a little weird but it’s not bad, pictures on the web don’t do this car (M135i) justice, much better looking in person, BMW may have converted me! this could be where my money goes once it’s time to change the GTi.
the dash and screens in particular do look remarkably similar to the mk8
looked damn good in person, maybe the mk8 will look better up close too
Not keen that the centre touchscreen doesn't blend into the dash like on other VWs, looks a bit "DIY I bought this screen and it doesn't fit my car exactly but I'm gonna install it anyway", though not as bad on the Ford Fiesta. Considering, as some posters said, that the new interior was almost 'built around' the new screen and technology, the 'fit' is a a bit disappointing. On then flip, side I gotta say I DO like that new Park Assist will slot the car nose-first into a space, mine only parks in reverse, and does it very well, though it's happy to slot the car into a space I wouldn't normally consider, being too tight and all that. My own jury is still out on the Mk8....
Worth remembering that ONLY the top tier infotainment system will be fully touch controlled, there will be a physical volume control etc on the lower spec (arguably more common) systems, the current pro system is also buttonless, although the HVAC isn’t part of the current pro my understanding is that the HVAC on the mk8 will also be less touch control orientated when the top infotainment isn’t specified!
Yes I agree, all reviews I’ve seen say the HVAC controls will be touch controlled whichever infotainment is fitted, however the sales manager at my usual dealership seems to think the HVAC controls on the lower spec models are likely to be different and went on to explain this is why that particular area is an individual panel, this is not fact however hence why I said ‘it’s my understanding’ and not ‘it will be‘.where did you see hvac would be more buttons in lower trims. All reviews I’ve seen say hvac is always the same, touchscreen but smaller head unit will have volume/tune knob
Worth remembering that ONLY the top tier infotainment system will be fully touch controlled, there will be a physical volume control etc on the lower spec (arguably more common) systems, the current pro system is also buttonless, although the HVAC isn’t part of the current pro my understanding is that the HVAC on the mk8 will also be less touch control orientated when the top infotainment isn’t specified!