Is the 2019 Volkswagen GTI Still the Perfect Hot Hatch?
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The current generation #VolkswagenGTI may be due for a complete redesign in 2020 but until that happens, the 2019 #GTI has received plenty of changes over the years to keep it fresh. The biggest update came in 2018 when #Volkswagen updated the styling and introduced more power a new 7-speed transmission. For 2019, changes are slim but with so many new hot hatches on the market, is the #VWGTI still at the top of its game? - Авто та транспорт
GTI one of the best cars in the world...premium built quality, fast, germanic...a blast to drive
The single nicest thing you can do on these is install the GIAC ECU & DSG software - total game changer on power, throttle response and transmission operation. Also, a larger rear sway bar and Michelin Pilot 4 S’s make a world of difference as well.
It's that Tornado red paint that adds the 8 horsepower.
Am I the only that really dislikes that colour? Idk it makes the car look cheaper to me.
@The night Rider Ah is that so? I actually wasn't aware. Also its kinda grown on me a small bit since I wrote that comment anyways lol
i love how consistently you upload! you're an awesome reviewer 😀
Car reviewers should stop creating the impression that more space is better. Get a mid size vehicle if space is an issue. This Golf is already quite large for a 'compact' car .............
Nonsense. Sofyan just said at the top of this video that the Golf is the smallest car in the class, by a large margin, so to call this car "large" is ridiculous. Obviously, a lot of buyers in this class still prioritize cargo capacity. It irritates me to no end when people try to project their own preferences onto others.
@@dlg5485 Right on. Standing next to the GTI, it is definitely a compact vehicle and is dwarfed by most modern offerings. And yet, that storage capacity, yo! It is amazing.
@K Dash yes, it's good to know to cargo and interior capacity of the vehicles, but people can't say one car is better than the other just because it has larger interior volume ....
Totally agree.. cargo area is obviously still a factor otherwise buyers would turn to a sedan vs the hatchback.. I fit a chair and matching storage ottoman in my golf r along with my full wardrobe and some living room decor when my fiance and i relocated to CA from the midwest.. very versatile
more space in the front of the car is a figment of the imagination
Superb video. That camera coming down from the sunroof is just brilliant. Just what I need to decide myself into buying the GTI. Congrats man, keep it up.
I own a 2018 DSG Autobahn GTI. It replaced a 2013 model, the last MK6 built in Germany. Some comments.
() Price and Content. North American owners of GTI's have long complained that the US spec version of the vehicle lacks features available on the GTI in Europe. The digital cockpit, for example, though originally promised for the US in 2019 is available only in Europe. The Euro spec version of the GTI includes dual injection and a slightly higher HP rating. Furthermore, a number of features (e.g. DCC, leather upholstery, adaptive cruise control, panoramic sunroof, navigation, upgraded audio, etc.) are individual options in Europe. In the US they're only available (or not) in particular trim levels rather than as individual options or packages. Thus, in Europe a buyer can add or reject individual options to customize their specific configurations, an alternative not available in the US.
Why the difference? There's a simple answer. VW has found repeatedly that US consumers resist paying what Europeans willingly pay for VW's. Their response has been to offer larger, cheaper versions of their vehicles in the US or in the case of the GTI, limit available features and combining features into different trim levels to contain production costs.
For example, a DSG GTI in the UK configured as closely as possible to the Autobahn US trim (albeit with features like the digital cockpit not available in the US) has an MSRP of slightly more than $50,000 (!) at current exchange rates. That's compared to about $38,000 in the US, an MSRP that as Sofyan notes is often discounted significantly. For example, I purchased a fully loaded Autobahn with several dealer installed options about a year ago for $32,043 plus TTL. That vehicle had a sticker over $38,000. It made the GTI about $10,000 less than the best offer I received for a Golf R. (That difference may well have changed with the wider availability of the Golf R this year and the fact that at least here in the Pacific Northwest Autobahn GTI's are in very short supply.)
() GTI versus Jetta. Sofyan notes that the newest generation Jetta has some features that the GTI lacks. A difference he attributes to the Jetta being a newer design. It's somewhat more complicated than that, I think. VW has expanded and updated the Jetta line-up in the US while discontinuing exports of the basic Golf to the US. They're obviously putting more eggs in the Jetta basket, a vehicle that's not even sold in Germany. They've taken the engine and drive train of the GTI (along with a number of other features) for the GLI version. It's an obvious effort to make a splash with the Jetta and accounts for including features like the digital cockpit. Hopefully, it doesn't represent a long term plan to phase out the GTI in the US and is simply an effort to broaden the appeal of their already best-selling Jetta. Personally, I prefer the versatility and iconic status of the GTI but for those looking for an affordable European compact sports sedan the GLI deserves a close look.
() The MK8 GTI. I doubt we'll be seeing the MK8 GTI (or Golf R) in the US until the 2021 model year. Skipping a model year between GTI generations isn't a new practice for VW. They did the same when the MK6 was replaced by the MK7 generation. (There was no 2014 model in the US.) As far as its features are concerned there's still much unknown but a clue may be the GTI TCR where the 2.0L turbo engine sees a HP increase to 290. Torque in that engine is unspecified. Interestingly, the HP rating is about the same as a current GTI with a Stage I ECU tune from APR. That tune requires no additional mods for a DSG GTI but it does require a tougher clutch and/or periodic replacement in the MT version. And on that point it's perhaps noteworthy that the GTI TCR is not offered with an MT in Europe.
() 6 speed DSG vs 7 speed DSG. My 2018 GTI has the previous generation 6 speed DSG. VW added a seventh gear for 2019. Sofyan isn't the first to have minor complaints about the behavior of the new transmission. That's not unusual for a new transmission from any brand. It often requires a while to work out kinks in the real world and implement software changes to address them. I would say, though, that I've never found the hesitation Sofyan mentions in either shifts or turbo lag in my GTI. If there is a verifiable issue I wouldn't be surprised to see VW address them even if they don't say much about it.
This guy gti's
Omg dude you should make a UA-cam channel to review cars... You got this.
@@stefankoles Not good looking enough for UA-cam but I appreciate the comment. :)
Thanks for the info I read the whole review
Thanks for the insight into the differences between US and EU markets. Pretty interesting!
From the DC area here - on nice days I'll go for drives on the same roads you are on! My favorite route is from Seneca rd to beech mill, left at the french restaurant. Perfect for testing out new cars!
I like Gti very much, once you drive it, it is hard to get it out of your head and no cars except for Wrx in the price range is as exciting to me.
Great review I currently have a 15 and previously had an 11. The MQB platform and the fit and finish are impressive even to this day love getting in my car ans going to work or for a long drive. I'm in the same boat as you what is the next gen going to offer and improve seems like in the past every major change comes from platform change which most likely will be the mk9.. Definitely hard to find something I like better than the gti.. Thanks for all the great reviews keep em coming!
Thanks for mentioning that it does get heavy discounts as pretty much all reviewers don’t talk about that!
Well, mine's a '15 6-speed SE purchased new a couple of years ago. I added an APR stage 2 package and a new South Bend clutch. It's been my DD the entire time and I'd give it another point in the real world usage category. But that's me. Yes, the GTI is the sweet spot and I love mine.
You laugh at launch, that"s your seal of approval!!! Best car reviews in YT. You really know what you are talking about!!! Thank you.
Totally agree the the Rabbit edition is the value. Just make sure you get it before the warranty goes back down
I've noticed the production quality of your reviews as gone waaay up recently with all these unique shots. keep it up!
The sounddoktor is not "fake" engine noise. It's an electronic resonator that amplifies 100% sound coming from the engine using reverberation off the windshield. The reason VW and Audi use the Sounddoktor device is because it saves money rather than putting in expensive pipes to resonate the sound from the front intake manifold.
I disabled mine. Ironically the engine sounds better without it.
The regular VW Golf is coming back as a Value Edition in 2020, which is similar to this year’s SE. There was a press release a few weeks ago.
Love his videos he goes in depth keep up the good work
I love your new rating system. At first I thought it might be a bit forced with the REDLINE acronym, but it really works and is informative. Great job!
Is that complicated to do without voiding warranty? I don’t like the synthetic sound either!
The new great falls green metallic color looks amazing on this car.
Kent proud owner of that color
@@vclue846 same just got it last weekend at 25k miles. Had to drive to PA to get it. Can’t stop looking at the color. So perfect on the GTI. gonna keep this car forever lol.
Stage 2 APR is like $1,500 for the tune and the catted downpipe and you’re making 330hp and 370 lbs/ft of torque comfortably. Not a bad value for sure. Love my Mk7
Have a '17 with Unitronic stage-1+ cranking (on paper) 310 hp/345 ft.lb.. No additional hardware (at this point) except DKM stage 2 clutch. Gobs of power, exceptionally quick and plenty of top-end pull. What a hoot.
Loved the video but if you guys invested in a polarising filter and getting the exposure right it'll go a long way (a lot of the shots seem a bit over exposed). I take photos of cars and honestly exposure and a polarising filter makes so much of a difference I couldn't not believe.
You can run the GTI on any octane fuel in the US. Premium gets better fuel economy and wakes the car up a little once it re-tunes itself (the fuel management system recognizes different octane fuel automatically and accommodates for that)
My family has an Eos with the 6 speed DSG. I only drive it on occasion, but when I do I notice the delay during a kick down. I think it has to do with the fact that the transmission has to change to another gear in the same clutch, which will take longer than just a regular shift up or down that just requires a quick clutch engagement. The DSG is a wonderful transmission, but it has a learning curve in order to drive it smoothly. Since I drive a Lexus most often and the Eos infrequently, driving the Eos tends not to be a smooth experience.
One thing about the EA888 is the APR tunes available allow it to make EASY power, a lot of power.
The dual clutch at the lower speed where you stomped it to accelerate probably still had more forward gears to go. So the second clutch had the next higher gear selected, but with the demand for a downshift, it had to drop that next gear and go to a lower gear, that’s the delay.
Very informative review. Thank you!
I have what some may consider the ideal GTI. Just 23k miles, SE, Stage 1, summer tires, roof rack with carbon mountain bike on top. I like it. Have a baby now and am outgrowing it. I think a lot of people love these for 2-3 years then they need a change or it becomes a bit underwhelming. Great commuter though. Still get 30mpg with around 300 wheel hp.
Peter T what color?
Traded my 2013 MK6 Autobahn (last GTI built in Germany) for a 2018 model last year. Total of about 70K miles 35K of which with a Stage I APR tune. I didn't tire of my 2013 model and it certainly wasn't "underwhelming." Nor did it have a single issue of reliability. However, I have a teenage daughter who is starting to drive and I wanted the various safety and driver assistance features the new model offered when she began sharing it. My Mexican built GTI on the MQB platform somewhat is more rigid and "tighter" overall than the MK6 but it retains everything I loved about my 2013 model.
@@stephenhendricks103 I just bought a 2017 Autobahn with Performance Pkg a few months ago and I'm absolutely in love with it. It's my first VW and I'm hooked. My next car will be a Golf R for sure! Mine has a CAI and Borla S exhaust so APR Stage 1 is next.
@@kcsellingpage653 That's not unusual. Perhaps a slight exaggeration but not much.
Kareem Hassan Turbocharged cars typically benefit greatly from a tune.
CAI and Exhaust are typically necessary for stage 1, however.
Im so excited ill be getting a gti soon always wanted one. Ill probly go with the se trim bc of the leather seats, moonroof everything else i don't care for.
What a beautiful town! Where is this? Thanks 4 the great video btw 😊
Great Review! I have never owned a VW product (just Ford, Chevy, Jeep, Mercedes, and Subaru) so I might have to buy one next. I generally steer towards all-wheel drive vehicles so a GLI or Type R could be the one. I have around 3-4 years to decide which one will do.
The GLI does not offer AWD. It's drive train is the same as the GTI. If you mean a WW "Golf R" you'll have AWD but if you are referring to a Honda "Type R", it, too is FWD.
hello to you from germany, this car cost`s in germany with no options 36000 $, and go to 100 km/h in 6,5 sec. thank you sofyan you do a great job.
And in comparable trim to the Autobahn that Sofyan reviewed, the price is over $50,000 at current exchange rates.
The active Display is available in the euro models of the Golf . Also the Euro models also have an electronic parking brake.
As noted in another comment on this thread, VW routinely limits the content of US spec versions of the GTI in the interest of containing costs. In fact, VW generally find that Americans want cheaper and larger vehicles than the Euro spec vehicles that VW sells.
I also had a mk6 gti (2dr 6spd). I sold it recently and I really miss it. It really was a great car, especially for the price.
The Rabbit trim really is the best value for the current mk7.5
Jason R that’s what I got. I wanted a blue one but had to settle for white. It’s 1 of 500 so that’s cool.
@@Fly2kill1 I too opted for PW instead of CFB, but I was close to choosing the latter.
I find if you want to put your foot down. Just quickly tap the paddle to shift down first then floor it. 👍
Otherwise the DSG will feel slow to shift and pick up.
My first mod to my 2018 golf r was to remove the sound synthesizer.
Omg this is great you been updating a lot of videos so I won’t be bored lol.
Great review but what is your base line or competition?
Love my 19’ GTI SE manual. Wish I got a DSG though. After a while you get tired of stick shift and you just want to cruise.
The turbo went on my 2013 (only 68k miles too). Thankfully I purchased an extended warranty so it was covered.
As a GTI owner, i ask is this a reliable car or does it break frequently? Thanks
Gregg F if you take care of your preventative maintenance (oil changes, etc.) strictly on time and not being lazy about that, and also as long as you’re not constantly driving like a maniac 24/7, it is a *very* reliable car. Specifically, get one 2013+. 2008-2012 had timing chain tensioner issues but for 2013 they used new revised tensioners that fixed the issue. But ya, generally pretty reliable as long as you are a responsible owner
My 2016 GTI S lease is about to end in a few months and I still LOVE this car. It is just a great drive. I'm just missing some of the technology advancements available today and LED lighting. I am thinking on buying it because no car in the market today seem interesting to me and most likely the MK8 will get to the USA on 2021. Any suggestions? I am a car enthusiast, but not a car expert.....
Pick up a used 2017 Sport. The headlights and brakes are great. The S trim is so basic you’re missing out what the car should be like.
These are really easy to drive manual in, but I with the clutch had more weight and feel and heavier steering.
I like the rounded edges on the MK8. It resembles the MK6. I’ve always found the MK7 to be too boxy and a tad bland as a result. I agree with others that having all touch screen controls is a poor choice that won’t age well. I hope they improve the color selection for the new version. And I would really love to see the plaid interior available on the Autobahn edition! When will the MK8 be available in the USA?
When did the Doug score start. Great review.
That Volvo in the background though 😎
yab I notes too
DJ Pleasure Seeking Missle they will poop 💩 the vw GTI ANYDAY
@@Yondaily double the price, but those are 2 of my favorite cars..the S60 and the GTI!
@@Yondaily *You dare misjudge me*
Ik that S60 was so nice looking
Over 80k miles on my 2 door 2015 Mk7 GTI and I'm still in love with it. Just a great car with not a single issue. Being APR tuned and making over 300 WHP definitely doesn't hurt either, but as a daily it's pretty much a perfect car.
Hey I noticed that the hood doesn't have that black insulation thingy like mine(Euro/Middle East-spec gti), I guess another cost-cutting measure for the US-spec gti?
I’ve seen several videos on how to disconnect the soundaktor which sends synthetic engine sounds through the speakers. People who’ve done so reported enjoying a much quieter engine sound.
20 year old info regarding the assessment of electrical longevity. I have had Mexican vws hit 400 000kms without major interventions. One of our mk5s actually did 368 000kms on the original clutch. The key is buying a mobile device enabled scan tool
Just get a tune. 8hp ain’t shit. I have the Cobb tune and it’s amazing mines a 2016 SE with PP. great car! I love mine as a daily. These cars look so good with no front plate. I have to rock a tow plate being in NY. Get a DSG tune it’ll eliminate any DSG lag. The sound you can eliminate it from the OBD Eleven. Mine came turned off and I bought mine as a CPO. Lol Dog bone insert helps a lot. I have the 034 M brand. It makes it put down powers even better and I have the electronic diff.
Have a cornflower blue rabbit and love it. Great daily driver.
Drum Flip Deep Pearl black over here
Drum Flip Best color ever period.
Which dealers in DC discount to around $30k? Most I’ve seen advertise dealer price of $33k-34k
I want one of these... Would this be good to buy when I'm out of law school?
Can’t wait to get this car!
Id like to see a review on the 2019 Elantra GT N-Line hatch
The mk8 looks like a rich kid's first car. I think Im still gonna go for the mk7.5 rabbit or SE
This has features the GLI doesn’t and vice versa. Top models should have everything that vehicle offers.
LOLOLOLOL my 2017 GTI puts out 297 HP with no bolt on's. one simple COMPUTER tune was all I needed.
These car reviewers aren't allowed to tell you the real truth. FACT:The GTI EA888 Engine is engineered to handle 500HP.
What's wrong with today's makers.this looks same as 5 years ago or more
Jose Martinez the new 2021 is super ugly and basically looks the same too.
Simmer pete. Yep i like this cars.i had a 97 very fun car and fast.that was back then can't imagine now.but style they suck .come on something new
Jose Martinez yeah make a be hatch outta the Q3 or Tt designs.
Sorry but my 2016 GTI S 6spd manual checkered seats two door in silver is the perfect GTI hatchback. Sneaky fast, amazing cornering, good gas mileage, quiet interior, cannot be driven slow. I wanted red but they were out so got silver at less $. The more I see the red the more I’m glad I got silver. The cops love red cars. Such a fun car to drive, enjoy yours!
Would be nice if they also had a trim with vr6 to give us a little throwback but the 4cyls are taking over
You won't see the VR6 again. Period.
What's the rating out of again? Great review though since I'm going to get a GTI next year!
Did you end up getting one?
Review the Subaru WRX! I have a 2016 that I purchased 1 month ago that handles like a true sports car, (1st 4 wheel drive car i've owned), & I love it! Although I don't notice a lack of power over 60mph, maybe that's why there's the STI option. Could you find a 2016 BMW 340i & feature that one as well?
Greg Holman I don’t really think that Sofyan reviews used cars anymore, sadly.
Would love if u can test a gli
this is making me want a gti so much more
GTI Mk8 will be 2022. We get the Mk7 until 2021. And the aggressive look you’re noticing vs the R is all down to subtle trim details and the lower grille being inverted on the GTI and not on the R, so the R is the same as the regular Golf.
The Golf in both standard and GTI are my favorite compact cars and along with the 911 and Boxter are my all time favorite European cars. VW never lost the original recipe and the make me feel like I’m driving in Europe.
Since when tornadoes are red? Something to do with Weather Channel color chart?
The digital display is available on the GTI in Europe from 2018 on.
Should I wait for the MK8 GTI ?? Or just buy a MK7.5 as of right now ?🤔 I’m just not sure if they are still going to make them in manual ??
There's a spy shot of the mk8 regular base golf's interior and it had a manual, I guess they'll most likely keep it for the gti
I disabled the fake sounds of the soundaktor within the first week of ownership. Love my DSG '17!
I think you meant that there will be no GOLF R for 2020. But there should be a regular golf, e-golf, and GTI
No regular golf is coming to America after this model year.
I test drove a 2019 GTI and felt that tremendous lag that you mentioned and it's part of the reason I went for the Veloster N
The salesperson wanted me to test the acceleration merging onto the highway. He said "now mash the gas pedal!". I pressed it all the way to the floor and nothing happened for, what I felt, was a considerable amount of time. It was enough time for him to say "go ahead press it" then the car accelerated.
Looking back I should have given the manual a chance.
chad m the n sounds way better too between the 2 tho i went for a 3 door cooper s
Were you doing it on comfort?🙈
@@gaochang784 No, he was in neutral...
why did they add 2 more doors? i thought the GTI was a 2 door
I think air vents in the back row is the most underrated pro in a car
Brendan Fogel and rear seat map pockets on both seats! Rare for compact.
Forgot to mention the single load CD player in the glove box for us older Gen Drivers :)
That misses the sweeping indicator? My friend has 2017 GTI with active info display and dynamic lights. Even my 2018 GTD has sweeping lights and active display as standard.
Well not across the pond sadly we cant get the GTD beacuse fascist greene state of Califonia & Carb
it has a really solid thump
I traded in my 17 muatang gt for a mazda 6 because my commute is super long now and i have a baby. Im trading my Mazda for a GTI in the spring. I miss having a 6MT and a GTI checks all of my boxes.
6MT are having stalling issues. Check-out the NHTSA complaints and the thread on /r/golfgti.
2019 golf gti se vs the 2020 golf gti s. What’s the difference other than the leather seats and sunroof?
bigboner23 Curve adaptive full LED headlights, 8” composition media, driver assist features.. 2019 SE could come with the optional Experience Package which adds Fender premium sound and DCC. 2019 warranty is also better, 6/72 vs 4/50. A minor detail: 2019 DSG shift knob has “DSG” imprint while the 2020 doesn’t.
I found and purchased a Civic Type R at MSRP. Wasn’t easy to find. The GTI is just too expensive. A year earlier I purchased a Golf R. Totally worth the price difference. Now I have two R’s. Why I’m called The Car Crazy Guy.
I can see the logic of your name. :) On the other hand, I purchased a fully loaded Autobahn GTI last year for about $32K plus TTL and never found a Civic Type R without at least $4000 added to the sticker price. As for the Golf R, the best offer I found within 500 miles of Seattle was $10,000 more than the GTI I bought.
Do a review on the 2020 Jeep Renegade
Another reason the Golf R is more expensive is because it is actually built in Germany. Whereas the GTI is built in Mexico.
no I think the 2019 is back in Germany. not 100 percent sure tho
@@jasonmotanky73 I dont think so, all the MK7s built in Germany use an electronic parking brake, the '19 US market GTI still uses the mechanical handbrake.
@@jasonmotanky73 doubt it, notice how the hood doesn't have the black insulator like the euro-spec gti and the engine cover has the tsi logo in silver rather than red + manual handbrake instead of electronic one
Can't wait for the new golf
Not the issue thats its a manual with 0 to 60 times. Its the gearing being longer in the manual.
What's the price?
In Europe we do have the digital cockpit
Those wheels aren't on just the Autobahn. I think all trims have those wheels, including my SE. They are the evolution of the apple slicers of years past.
Will u get to review the 2020 Civic Si? Couple things about it have changed including fake engine noise fed through the speakers.... frikken honda but still wanna see your thoughts on it
Hopefully soon, its been about 3 years since we tested an Si, so it's about time.
@@theredline omg thank u for replying!! And yeah the new Si has definitely addressed some of the common complaints we all had. Very interesting in seeing what im sure will be a VERY thorough review and hearing your thoughts on it. Btw got my mom watching this channel and after she watched your CRV reviews she bought one HAHA!!
the virtual cockpit is available on the gti
You mentioned turbo lag under 2300. This is not bad, when driving normally this keeps the fuel usage very low. I find mileage better than the listings.
What is the title of the song?
Not perfect, but close to it. You can get lightly used MK7s for a steal now, as well as a lightly used focus st. Both amazing cars
MaxSpeed Golf R getting even better on price everyday
Yeah, these thing depreciate like crazy..what does that really say about the car though after the warranty period 🤔👎🏾
@@gladdy02 haha that's for the buyer to figure out I guess
Ford cars are going to be something of a relic sadly. Plan on an older interior design looking extremely old in a few years. Europe of course gets the all new Focus and Fiesta.
What if the GTI has a bit more trunk space and maybe about 260HP
I really love this car this is my dream car
I have a MK 4 and while it’s not a GTI I find it rather small for a hatchback. I didn’t buy it New I just needed something to drive back and forth to work. Maybe the newer Golfs are bigger or at least feel bigger due to ergonomics.
You're more than 3 generations behind current MK7.5 GTI's and they are somewhat larger both inside and out. Nevertheless, at 168" long, it's among the smallest 4-5 passenger vehicles out there. Small enough, in fact, to earn a discount on Washington State stiff ferry fares for vehicles 14' long or less. Something that nothing other than a Mini manages.
don't need a 4cyl "sound enhancer" lol. with my VR6 I opened the exhaust
I had a 2004 GLI VR6 with AWE tuning exhaust..god I miss that car, sounds so goooood
Are you planning on reviewing the Infiniti Q60 at anytime in the future?
Wow nice red VW Golf GTI Sofyan I want That
I have a 2017 golf 1.8t with apr stage 1, can't wait for the mk8.
Great sleeper! Not many people know about those 1.8s 😂👌
@@IReahpZz Thanks! Probably that's the reason why VW removed it from the lineup and gave us a 1.4t instead.
@@proboxpepper6752 haha nooo it was it's issues according to my son. He's actually got a stage 2 jetta 1.4tsi. 1.8 tends to pop under 100k. Carbon buildup came quick and wasn't as efficient. Plus the whole deisel gate bs made em want to slim there line up down. 1.8 was the lowest sold motor sadly
@@IReahpZz im at 32k miles with my golf, the only thing im worried is the water pump, carbon buildup yea probably gotta do mine at 50k. But i really like the efficiency of the 1.4t ive heard you can get 450mi per tank easily!
Cherish it. No Golf with the 1.8T engine in the US for 2020.
I’ll have to say, the spec’d mpg #’s VW gives for this car are so off! They say 25city/31hwy, but I get much more than that in my MK7 GTI. The week I bought it new, I got 42mpg’s on my road trip, mixed with 70%hwy/30%city driving! Then in all city driving, I got 30mpg’s!
I have since modded my GTI to where it’s now pushing 430 crank hp/420 crank tq, and I still get 27 city mpg/39 hwy mpg’s! VW has underrated their mpg’s on this car big time, just like they did with their stock power!
Can anyone out there show me another car with my power levels, that gives this king of mpg’s? Because I don’t know of any outside of Tesla’s.
Nice review, but mine there is no turbo lag in mine. Fantastic engine.
Horatio Time Waster
You probably don’t know what turbo lag is
One simple $1700, stage 2 by APR makes 335 HP. By the way, this is a Audi engine. It's called the EA888 3rd generation. The pistons are rated for 500HP but Volkswagen marketed this car as a family friendly sports car. This engine is built to handle the power.
Not sure what year you have but I have a 2019, 7 speed and I definitely feel the turbo lag even while stage 2 tuned
@@sporopeza You're probably talking about the Golf R, which has stronger internals.