I have a 2016 R. In mid January I started getting EPC light come on and code was P03AF - Cylinder 3 Pressure to high. This happend twice at high rpm in 2nd and 3rd gear.

Oct 19, 2022 · I have a 2016 manual golf R with as of right now 104,xxx miles. And it’s been bulletproof. Just replaced the rear main seal, water pump and failed motor mounts. Other than that that’s really all the car needed

Mar 3, 2023 · I googled using 2016 mk7 r instead of 2016 golf r and got a lot more results. They also have a 2017 r with dcc and navigation 4motion with 43000 miles for 29k. Both are in consideration.

Sep 22, 2022 · I noticed oil consumption is deteriorating for my 2016 Golf R with 220000 km on it. Now it's around 1 L/1300 km, very high. Car idling speed is 700 RPM. Below is my finding: I was suspecting PCV valve problem, so I lifted the engine cover and found no visual clue that PCV valve or hoses nearby have oil leak.

Aug 15, 2022 · 2016 Golf R 50k miles now (I know you asked about Mk7.5 +) Had a leaky water pump - replaced under warranty. This was the only unexpected repair. There is some oil consumption. Other than that no issues at all. Great MPG, a …

Jan 2, 2022 · This is my first winter with the R and we just got some nice snow this morning and it handled like a champ compared to my 1.8tsi golf beforehand (still a beast but not as good as the R). Looks are also personal opinion but a 2016 R looks much better than a gti Imo.

A big argument being presented is that the 7/7.5 platform has more mods available than the mark 8 golf r. Its only a matter of time before more tuners are able to crack the mk8 ecu. I was just wondering the timeline. My 8y rs3 ecu has yet to be opened up by any tuner yet..

(2016 Golf R 6 Sp) Im at 41k kms and the clutch is slipping quite frequently at 2rd through 6th gear like a thousand rpms. Note its stage 1 low torque file as of 39k kms and immediately started slipping, I have a Southbend Stage 3 Daily on hand and am wondering If I should also change it right away or keep the stock one in for a bit.

Jan 25, 2023 · I need to replace the HID bulb on my 2016 golf r. Got quoted an outrageous price so I decided to do it myself. I have the necessary tools but wouldn’t exactly call myself a mechanic and I’m having trouble finding a good YouTube video that walks you through the process on an R. Plenty of videos for an Mk7 GTI.

Jun 18, 2021 · Plug-n-play OEM upgrade on my 2016 Golf R w/ Fender. The pictures unfortunately don’t do the new screen justice. Much brighter and more vibrant color. The touch response and quality of the glass screen is night and day difference. Love it!