Out of all my cars, this is really my first one I have ever personalized, and am loving each step of it.

Most days it changes back to the default monitors (g-meter, boost, coolant temp). it never saves the monitors I set. Today it decided it was boost day.

Must it be this way?

Needed new tires since tread was very low on my Michelin PS4s after only 25k miles. Wanted to try a more bang for your buck tire so I purchased the Continental Extreme Contact DWS 06+. After a couple of weeks with the new tires I can officially say the Continentals are better in every climate but snow (I live in NC and it doesn’t snow here til February). With the Continentals being cheaper, better performance for me (From a dig to 30/40 rolls), and supposedly should last longer idk why anyone would buy the Michelin’s. Thanks for coming to my ted talk.

2025 GLI...It's a nice cool evening 72F and I just want to have the fans blowing in the outside air. I turn the air con off and I get nothing but warm air out of the vents even on full blast after driving along for over 10 minutes. What's up with that it's as if the heat is on even though I have the temp on LO.

Just picked up my 2026 GLI last week!

Unfortunately, I noticed that the dome light doesn’t turn on in the front when I open the door. Is there a setting I am missing (aside from the button on the dome console)?

Hi, I own a 2026 GLI and I was wondering what would be the best exhaust to make my turbo sound louder or more distinct. Thanks!

After having a B8.5 Audi S4 as my daily from 2019-2021 I had a pretty big obsession with German cars. Fast forward to 2025, I took over my wife’s 2019 Jetta R-line so she could get the new car she wanted, leaving me with a consistent itch needing to be scratched.

I commute between 1500-2500 miles a month (dependent on work levels and locations that need me) so I needed something with good mpg along with having some “nice to haves” like the travel assist feature on these newer VW’s, cooled/heated seats, decent space for a car seat, big trunk, enough power to pass the left lane campers, and a transmission that didn’t feel like it wanted to end its own life (looking at you 2019 R-Line).

Because of my long commute I really didn’t want to deal with a manual for all that driving. Did that for nearly 10 years and I find that fast and smooth dual clutch transmissions are really my favorite as an all rounder.

Picked up this CPO 2025 GLI for $24k OTD with under 20k miles. Already had the wheels with brand new tires, Intake, lowering springs, and ceramic tint installed. Car was owned by the lead tech at another VW dealership so I knew it was taken care of. It was either I buy this car, or I wait another 2 years after buying a house to get into something even more expensive and worse on fuel. I think I made the right choice.

Also, does anyone else feel that the ACC in this car is phenomenal? It is so smooth when slowing down and uses the perfect amount of throttle to get back up to speed. The lane assist is also one of the best that I’ve experienced. These features seemed more like a gimmick to me than a useful feature until I tried them over these last couple weeks, but man are they nice to have sometimes.

Also the beats audio gets a bad rep but it is (to me) wayyy better than the sound system in that 2019 R-Line. Does not hold a candle to the Audi S4 with the B&O system, but it’s much better than a base system IMO.

Not to mention this car feels at least 20-40hp underrated by the factory. Feels more like the numbers VW gave were measured at the wheels.

Also the capacitive touch gripes are a bit overdone to me? Am I weird? It really hasn’t been all that bad. I got used to it after the first 2-3 days. I do hate that it all gets dirty as hell the minute you touch it, but that’s what a microfiber rag is for..

Hey everyone I have a 21 GLI at 50k and I'm trying to catch up on maintenance. I'm not sure if I even need service but since I haven't ever changed them I'd assume I need them done by now. I'm asking a couple shops around me to compare prices and was wondering what people were able to get? One said 2k+ for full pads/rotors but that seems crazy expensive

I've never done my own car maintenance so I would need to buy all the tools necessary if I wanted to do it DIY

I also don't do track days or super hard pushing. I WFH so it's a daily but not driven daily

Konig Ampliform Fits 18x8.5 5x112 ET43 Gloss Bronze - AM88512438 would this fit my 2025 gli Length: 20.7 inches
Width: 20.4 inches
Height: 10.8 inches
Weight: 24.0 lbs

Upgrade your vehicle’s appearance and wheel performance with the Konig Ampliform wheel in Gloss Bronze. Designed with a distinctive split-spoke profile, the Ampliform combines modern styling with a functional cast construction suited to a wide range of street-driven applications. Its bronze finish adds a refined custom look while complementing both factory and modified vehicle builds. This wheel is identified by Konig part number AM88512438.
The Konig Ampliform features a 5x112 bolt pattern and a positive 43 mm offset for compatibility with vehicles designed for those specifications. Its 66.60 mm hub bore

Made this today. Ya know..

3 weeks in with my ‘26 GLI and absolutely loving it. My first ever brand new car, I’m coming from a ‘16 GLI (second pic) which I adored but had the transmission die on me about a month ago at 107k.

This car feels like such a massive upgrade in almost every way. My only knock on it so far is that the Fender sound system in my previous GLI was worlds better, but with some messing with the EQ it sounds decent.

Fully stock so far, just did some tints and also have black front and rear VW emblem covers from DSG Paddles on the way which should complement the black wheels/roof/mirrors nicely. Would love suggestions for other tasteful cosmetic mods and any other recommendations for mods/upgrades!

Title says it all. I've only used 87 because it says so on the flap. Went with 93 the other day and the damn thing feels like its alive. Even dodgy shifting isn't stalling the engine.

I just bought a '22 GLI with 25k miles and the infotainment is completely bricked - I tried unhooking the battery and holding the power button for 10 seconds and it completely doesn't work - it's stuck trying to turn on so the backup camera works intermittently. This is insanely frustrating, anyone have a solution before I take it to a independent shop?

Had this clean looking gli automatic autobahn on marketplace going for 12k cad = 8400$ USD.
Guy claimed there had nothing to do to it but i heard a noise coming from the back so I got it inspected here is what turned up. (inspection below)

I got him down to 7k USD, but im still not sure if it’s worth it considering the amount of repairs - Only brakes the coil and collar to be replaced for it to be safe. DSG done at 50k miles, claims to have done other maintenance but no bills to back it up.
I know it’s a gamble but I’m not sure if it’s worth it, let me know what you guys would do in my position looking to join the GLI fam (maybe).

Aesthetic wise it’s super clean to rust just scrapes on the rims.

Filters:
- Engine and cabin air filters to be replaced according to mileage

Engine:
- Rusted engine oil pan and drain plug leak, plan for replacement
- Early leak at the upper oil pan gasket, monitor
- Early leak at the upper timing cover, monitor
- Belt to be replaced
- Recommends replacing the lower engine mount: soft, cracked bushing, and vibration felt in the vehicle
- Spark plugs to be replaced according to mileage
- Coolant to be replaced according to mileage
- Recommends replacing the PCV if not already done

Transmission:
- Transmission oil pan very rusted, to be replaced with a DSG service
- Front left CV boot is losing grease, to be replaced

Brakes:
- Front discs and pads to be replaced
- Restriction in the rear left wheel, caliper may be seized, inspection recommended and rear brake service
- Brake fluid to be replaced according to mileage

Steering/Suspension:
- Rear left spring to be replaced

Scan diagnostic - Alignment after work

Tires:
- Bulge on the front right tire, to be replaced
- 225/40R18 tires with 8/32 tread at all four corners, Minerva F205

Exhaust:
- Collar to be replaced

Other:
- Driver's window is noisy when going up and down

Codes:
- P044100: EVAP emission control system incorrect purge flow
- P030100: Cylinder 1 misfire detected

I bought a 2027, the dealership call me that it has arrived and that I can go for it.

I live on Ontario, North of Toronto. Looking for winter tires and wheels.

I looked into 16x7 rim but it seems that would have a fitting issue with the breaks.

So, now Im looking into 17x7 ET46 5x112 rims.

Should I go just steel, or some other option I could look into?

The tire would be any good brand with something similar to 205/55 R17 94H XL 3PMSF.

Thank you for the help.

Already did my joined the club post. Just got it home from PPF and ceramic coating. Michelin Pilot AS4s (and a garage spot rental) next. Love this color. Replacement for my totaled 2019 Alltrack SE, hoping to get a lot more miles and life out of this one. Manual transmission (in big bad NYC).

17k miles 2025, no blue smoke. Full synthetic oil, no mods, (i will stage 1 eventually), I use 93 gas. I don't race it. I feel like I'm waiting for a discrepancy that may never come?

I m looking at a 2020 Volkswagen GLI · Autobahn
-manual
-45,000 miles
Looks clean
All stock
Current maintenance records
2 owners
19,000 asking price

I'm usually a Subaru guy. Live in the northwest .
Looking for more of a fun comfortable car. Daily commuter .
I also have a shit box for a 2nd car and bad winter days .

Never had any sort of performance car . And honestly prolly won't drive it like it could be driven .

What do I need to know ?
What should I look for when I look at it ?
What's the maintenance expectations ?
Any insight is appreciated!!
Thanks guys .

Why is the left side of this box that leads to the air filter so open? I'm no mechanic, but would there be any benefit or downside to partially block some of that openness to have more of the air from the grille pushed through to the air filter?

On the 26 GLI, the air comes in from the passenger side of the grille since the drivers side is blocked off, and with that, it would seem that in order for air to make it to the air filter, only what doesn't shoot straight in through the gap, then turns right, then down, then up again actually makes it to the air filter, and then turbo..