Agreed; I’m 5’11” and fit OK in my NB, but over 6’ may get a bit cramped re: top of windshield. My only NB complaint is the narrow pedal box, even compared to my brother’s NA. I need to wear more narrow Cons, Tigers or Pumas to be comfortable.
A Miata is the perfect complement to the GTI... I have a slightly modded NB and it is great to switch between that and my 2018 GTI. Two totally different, but both rewarding driving experiences!