Volkswagen Golf VI - VW Golf 1.2 TSI 105 BHP versus 1.4 TSI

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Sat 1 Jan 2011 20:23
Volkswagen Golf VI - VW Golf 1.2 TSI 105 BHP versus 1.4 TSI - paultf

After a bit of research I am planning on buying a Golf TSI. Inititally I thought I would get the 1.2 TSI 105 BHP. Toke one for a drive and I thought it was grand.

Did a bit of a search on the web and I got conflicting views on the 1.2.

I wouldn't mind going for the 1.4 TSI 122 BHP but its an extra €2,730 (in Ireland).

I was just wondering does anyone have feedback on the performance of a 1.2 versus a 1.4? I do very low mileage with very small motorway useage. Would I be better off with a 1.2?

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Sat 1 Jan 2011 23:20
Volkswagen Golf VI - VW Golf 1.2 TSI 105 BHP versus 1.4 TSI - Avant

The only answer is to get a test drive in each and make your mind up on the basis of which suits your needs better. I haven't tried them myself but have read the road tests, and I would expect the 1.2 to be slightly nippier in town and the 1.4 to have more reserves of oomph at motorway speeds.

If your mileage is low and you live in Ireland where there are fewer motorways, you could well find that the 1.2 will fulfil your needs.

Edited by Avant on 01/01/2011 at 23:21

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