Golf GTI buyers guide MK5 & MK6 (2005-2012) Avoid common faults on a Golf GTI (2.0TFSI & 2.0TSI)

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  • @themilesdriven
    @themilesdriven  Рік тому +2

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  • @itzJKB
    @itzJKB 2 роки тому +52

    MK6 is such a handsome car till this day !

  • @richardhyland6560
    @richardhyland6560 Рік тому +10

    I've had my MK5 for 2 years, absolutely love it

    • @3Metre
      @3Metre 9 місяців тому

      Thinking about trading my Polo 6c gti in for a mk5 gti

  • @marklaroche7981
    @marklaroche7981 4 місяці тому +4

    Mk5 gti hands down. It's such a fantastic all-rounder. I have owned mine for 7 years. Great fun.

    • @Treylawson235
      @Treylawson235 3 місяці тому

      How reliable has yours been? Looking to buy one to daily

    • @Tino-kc9bd
      @Tino-kc9bd 2 місяці тому

      is it reliable?

    • @mytalt
      @mytalt 2 місяці тому +1

      @@Tino-kc9bdif kept up on maintenance

  • @sunsetgarage755
    @sunsetgarage755 Рік тому +26

    Hands down the MK5 with its EA113 is much better. There’s a good reason VW held onto the timing belt for their first R model.

    • @845_Mk6
      @845_Mk6 Рік тому +2

      If ur going for big power yes 113 is better anything under 400whp it’s negligible and I also prefer the mk6s ride and feel over the 5 that just cuouof be I went from a 4 door mk5 to a 2 door mk6

    • @ArtSkyNet
      @ArtSkyNet Рік тому +1

      Also edition 35 received same cdl engine

  • @Zaļā_Tēja
    @Zaļā_Tēja 9 місяців тому +2

    As a mk5 Jetta owner I really enjoy videos like this :) I would add that a common issue for the mk5's and mk6's is for sure electronics - door wiring harnesses, switches, power window motors, door lock actuators, inside air flow motors - flap openers, etc. I should know, my jetta has 375k kilometers at the moment and I had it for 5 years :D But nevertheless, stunning cars, if you have arms and a bit of knowledge + youtube, and aftermarket parts, you can get anything done for a couple of quid. I imagine that if you would go to the mechanic for those issues, it would be costly, but if you like doing stuff then these cars are for you! +Basically all parts are available in a wide range of prices

  • @gregprevite8548
    @gregprevite8548 2 роки тому +7

    I’ve had 2 mk6. A 2.5 golf and now a golf r both have been fantastic.

  • @MikelDog
    @MikelDog 2 роки тому +43

    Here's a buyers guide. Mk5 is better. Tfsi EA113 is much more reliable than the mk6 1st gen EA888. The mk5 provides much more feedback due to the gen 2 steering rack.

    • @ArtSkyNet
      @ArtSkyNet Рік тому +9

      There is a compromise as getting mk6 with ea113 on ed35 or 6r

  • @845_Mk6
    @845_Mk6 Рік тому +11

    After owning both i much prefer the mk6 everyday and is probably a bit better to mod the mk5 has the timeless front end and is easier to make big hp numbers out it’s fsi then the mk6 tsi

  • @faazk
    @faazk Рік тому +1

    This is my favorite new channel now!

  • @TeoJogRR
    @TeoJogRR 2 роки тому +10

    Good. But the ED35 is also a EA113 engine. And the picture of the EA888 is a picture of a CDL engine from the 6R and ED35. Also ED35 beeing the CDL engine has the K04 and stronger internals like S3 and 6R and with just a map they go up to 300bhp. Cheers

    • @themilesdriven
      @themilesdriven  2 роки тому +5

      Thanks for the comment. Apologies we should have been clearer when referring to the CDLG engine code (our mistake for mentioning the EA888 before the CDLG engine code) this is also why a ED35 engine image appears as it should be mentioned first, however the American market had the EA888 from 08' and so that has ended up being spoken about first, leaving space for confusion in our description. Thanks for mentioning it, we appreciate it as it helps clarify it for others 😁 and yes they take power upgrades well 😁

    • @chroniccrypto75
      @chroniccrypto75 Рік тому

      This guy knows what’s up…

    • @jamelmccreary8175
      @jamelmccreary8175 11 місяців тому

      Have had my MK6R for 2 years with an APR stage 1 tune. Best $400 I have ever spent. 315hp 320 torque. Amazing car.

  • @paulmichael3844
    @paulmichael3844 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant I have waited a long time for someone to do a video like this. I have owned 4 mk5 gti’s and 1 mk6 gti very good cars

    • @themilesdriven
      @themilesdriven  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the comment and glad to hear you've had such good experience among several examples 😄

    • @aleemdatoo2375
      @aleemdatoo2375 Місяць тому

      Do you notice any major differences between the steering connectedness or responsiveness in the mk5 vs mk6? Mk6 seems more reliable as an overall package, but I'm wary of the mk6 steering feel.. the mk7 totally lost the magic for me and im wondering how the mk6 feels

    • @paulmichael3844
      @paulmichael3844 Місяць тому +1

      The mk5 has good steering as long as the suspension and bushes etc are not worn out. The mk6 gti did feel slightly sharper to me when I was able to compare both i owned at the same time but I was comparing a 2011 car vs a 2006 car. The mk5 gti is just an older car so if the maintenance is kept up it’s just as reliable as the mk6 gti.

    • @aleemdatoo2375
      @aleemdatoo2375 Місяць тому

      @@paulmichael3844 Thanks so much!

  • @jermainerobinson7098
    @jermainerobinson7098 2 роки тому +3

    Very good and professional really enjoyed it keep the videos coming 👏🏾👊🏽👍🏾

    • @themilesdriven
      @themilesdriven  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the comment. Really appreciate the kind words 😁

  • @Drpepperkiller10
    @Drpepperkiller10 2 роки тому +1

    So glad to have owned both of these relics

  • @nikoladjurnic6275
    @nikoladjurnic6275 Рік тому +1

    Very good video, you helped me learn something new.. Cheers

    • @themilesdriven
      @themilesdriven  Рік тому +1

      Comments like this really mean a lot to us. Thank you 👍

    • @nikoladjurnic6275
      @nikoladjurnic6275 Рік тому

      @@themilesdriven No problem!!! Keep it up!! And thanks again 😁

  • @beerzinja222
    @beerzinja222 2 роки тому +2

    Great video, thanks! Very useful!

  • @koenji71
    @koenji71 4 місяці тому +1

    Thanks your video was very helpful. What would you choose as a weekend fun car that’ll do little miles? The 5 or the 6? I had a big bumper 16v and that was probably the best car I’ve ever owned 😊

    • @themilesdriven
      @themilesdriven  4 місяці тому +1

      Weekend fun I’d probably go for a MK5, it will almost always need a bit a work (common issues from the guide) but that’s ok if you don’t rely on it daily, my main concern would be rust spots, worth spending a bit more of someone has proof they’ve had the common areas sorted 👍

  • @paddaboi_
    @paddaboi_ 2 роки тому +2

    i thought this channel would have more subs fr

  • @sarahleelee1629
    @sarahleelee1629 21 день тому

    Love my vw but the interior door material has come loose

  • @steppenwolf1872
    @steppenwolf1872 Рік тому +1

    Mk6 aged sehr GUT!

  • @danielnavarrovalencia5616
    @danielnavarrovalencia5616 2 роки тому +2

    Golf mk6 GTI ED35 and R model have 2.0 EA113 not EA888, just the mk6 GTI equip 1st generation EA888

    • @themilesdriven
      @themilesdriven  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the comment. Yes this was pointed out in a another comment and we have clarified the mistake we made and was our mistake 😁

  • @garage5926
    @garage5926 11 місяців тому +1

    love love love vw gti

  • @lifeisshort4777
    @lifeisshort4777 8 місяців тому +1

    Volkswagen is the best cars I had after Toyota you just don’t buy any ( 1.4 tsi 1.4 tfsi) (1.2 tsi 1.2 tfsi) motors because those ones are trash and most importantly is the service on time . I would recommend any 2.0 tsi/tdi with the DSG automatic gearbox it’s just great 👍 cars anything thing above the 2.0L you need to understand that it will cost a lot on ⛽️ gas

  • @kiroo4638
    @kiroo4638 2 роки тому +1

    Nicely done video! enjoying the content! thanks

    • @themilesdriven
      @themilesdriven  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the comment, we'll keep them coming 😁

  • @ujay888cc
    @ujay888cc 5 місяців тому

    I experienced drumming from the rear wheels and uneven tyre wear. All checked out with no faults but most off-putting. Had the same on my 7.5GTD Anyone else?

  • @GIXXERUKX
    @GIXXERUKX 2 роки тому +2

    Good stuff 👍

  • @MK-kl9tw
    @MK-kl9tw Рік тому

    So should I buy one for my first car

  • @Georgespicedaddy
    @Georgespicedaddy 2 роки тому +3

    My 2012 golf gti has 55k miles when I bought it 5 months ago

  • @corinful
    @corinful Рік тому

    You didn't mention the Adidas addition?

    • @chad6876
      @chad6876 8 місяців тому

      Its not really worth mentioning. It was mostly an interior trim option

  • @chroniccrypto75
    @chroniccrypto75 Рік тому +2

    They’d rather take the standard mk6 gti over the edition35 they smokin crack??? So he’d rather a mk5 ed30 over standard mk5 but the mk6 ed35 is worse than the standard mk6 gti. This makes no sense whatsoever.

    • @chroniccrypto75
      @chroniccrypto75 Рік тому

      He also said the mk6 had a ea888 r but showed ea113 instead

    • @kwandentobela9939
      @kwandentobela9939 Рік тому

      ​@@chroniccrypto75You have already commented thrice from what I've observed on this video, pathetically enough you've even replied to your own comment...if you have nothing constructive to say that will better the creator in their following projects...hold your mouth no?

  • @nerko0genius
    @nerko0genius 10 місяців тому +1

    mine eats oil

  • @ThePerson444
    @ThePerson444 Рік тому

    "budget for fresh rear springs" 20 mins on the driveway. That's all.

  • @chroniccrypto75
    @chroniccrypto75 Рік тому

    I got a mk6 Ed35 so I’m biased…

    • @City1Tiger
      @City1Tiger Рік тому

      MK5 better

    • @chroniccrypto75
      @chroniccrypto75 Рік тому +1

      @@City1Tiger no chance too much like a egg 🥚 lol

    • @City1Tiger
      @City1Tiger Рік тому

      @@chroniccrypto75 Mk6 looks cheap on the outside have you seen the back 🤣

    • @chroniccrypto75
      @chroniccrypto75 Рік тому

      @@City1Tiger typical mk5 owner bagging the upgraded version cause they can’t afford it so have to settle for a mk5 lol grey boring interior with elephant ass plastic if you wanna talk about cheap. The whole interior of the mk5 is cheap Af but it’s ok whatever helps you sleep at night. Go enjoy your mk5 that’s better then a mk6 said nobody ever

    • @chroniccrypto75
      @chroniccrypto75 Рік тому

      @@City1Tiger you are talking about everything that is worse in a mk5 😂

  • @romztechtalk
    @romztechtalk Місяць тому

    Golf 5 is more beautiful

  • @SylvainOlenga-v4v
    @SylvainOlenga-v4v 6 місяців тому

    I speak frensh golf 5gti

  • @chroniccrypto75
    @chroniccrypto75 Рік тому

    There are many wrong things with this video…

    • @trevorwenham6179
      @trevorwenham6179 Рік тому

      Like what?

    • @chroniccrypto75
      @chroniccrypto75 Рік тому

      @@trevorwenham6179 I forgot and can’t be bothered re watching it lol. Is it a American video or English?

    • @madhunter6420
      @madhunter6420 Рік тому

      ​@@chroniccrypto75same bs, y all speak the same language

    • @chroniccrypto75
      @chroniccrypto75 Рік тому

      @@trevorwenham6179 saying the edition35 has a ea888 engine when it’s a ea113 and a few other things that if they did their homework they’d know what they are talking about.