There’s been much ado lately about the Volkswagen Golf Mk7. Not content with being sighted on our soil, an ad has now surfaced on oto.my that says the car is “launching very soon” and is “now open for booking” with a listed indicative price of RM157,888 (click here to view the ad).
The specs listed in the ad match what we deduced from the car in the spyshots: Bluemotion Technology, cylinder deactivation and 1.4 TSI. It adds that a five-year warranty and five-year roadside assistance is offered. Of course, all these have yet to be made official, including the price, but there isn’t long to wait now!
A treasure trove of information on the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 can be found here, a load of additional high-res images here and some videos from the drive presentation in Sardinia here.
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The comments reveal mixed feelings about the VW Golf Mk7, with many owners expressing satisfaction with its driving experience, comfort, and features. However, numerous concerns about DSG reliability issues, expensive repairs (notably the mechatronic unit), and poor after-sales service are widespread. Some users compare it unfavorably to Japanese and Korean cars in terms of price, maintenance, and perceived value, while others praise its performance and build quality. Several comments criticize VW's pricing, warranty limitations, and the high cost of repairs, leading some to suggest buying alternatives like Ford Focus or even budget options like Myvi and Proton Saga. The overall sentiment is cautious optimism tempered by doubts over long-term reliability and service support.