What It's Like To Own A Stage 1 Tuned Mk7 VW GTI!

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  • Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
  • Instagram: @eddiex616
    The perfect combination of value, practicality and performance, the VW GTI is the quintessential hot hatchback. When I think of the best all around car for a car enthusiast, the GTI often comes to mind. Bringing a strong turbocharged 2.0L 4 cylinder, good transmissions, plenty of storage space and plenty of tech and amenities, the GTI puts a smile on your face without breaking the bank! The best way to combine a sports car and a daily driver into one reasonably priced package! Check out this ownership perspective a tuned Unitronic Stage 1 Mk.7 VW GTI!

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  • @033Fritz
    @033Fritz 5 років тому +183

    Your complaining about horsepower coming from a Saturn to a MK7.5!??!!

    • @brendanfogel4573
      @brendanfogel4573 4 роки тому +5

      And they underrate the git’s they really have 260

    • @turboshottho
      @turboshottho 4 роки тому +9

      Brendan Fogel that’s a stretch. They don’t make more than 237ish from factory

    • @peteshea8010
      @peteshea8010 4 роки тому +12

      @@turboshottho That's not true. The car's weigh some 3,200 pounds (actual on average) and traps at 100 MPH when well driven. (The more powerful 2019 and 2020 models are trapping in the 101 - 102 MPH range).
      Using Hale's tried and true trap speed (not to be confused with traction affected ET), we see that:
      Approx. peak flywheel HP = (101 MPH/234)^3 * 3,400 pounds, wherein 3,400 pounds is curb weight plus a 200 pound driver.
      273 peak flywheel HP.
      Even a low 99 MPH trap speed equates to approximately 257 HP.
      I was in my twenties when I owned my then new 1998 Mustang LX 5.0 notchback (with a trunk). That was the lightest model, with mine weighing 3,070 curb.
      Both my 2015 and 2018 GTIs are ultimately faster cars, especially after 50 MPH. I also drove 230 HP IROC Zs in the 80s. The GTIS are faster cars.
      The GTI's are especially quick from 50 MPH right up to the governed top speed. They're making more than 237 HP.

    • @jamesrokas9644
      @jamesrokas9644 4 роки тому

      my 2007 saturn aura xr has 252 hp stock...

    • @turboshottho
      @turboshottho 4 роки тому +3

      James Rokas Yeah, from an engine nearly twice the size

  • @reptileguy8458
    @reptileguy8458 4 роки тому +15

    The fender sound system sounds FANTASTIC!!! HE SAID "Its ok"

    • @Burnout143
      @Burnout143 3 роки тому

      I have a Rockford Fosgate in my Nissan Frontier and it's kicks the butt out of the fender. But it's not a bad system

  • @beakminlee1563
    @beakminlee1563 5 років тому +56

    Driver 100% match Psy GangNam Style

    • @blackops2376
      @blackops2376 5 років тому +1

      Now you know where the income went from those billion views he had on youtube :^)

  • @ARentz07
    @ARentz07 4 роки тому +88

    As someone who literally just bought a GTI this week... I am glad to know how _not_ to mod my mirrors.
    Also weird how he is complaining about power. This car pulls pretty hard for what it is. I mean it can barely put its power down at times.

    • @splatbubble
      @splatbubble 3 роки тому +27

      Seriously who is he trying to pass on the highway? Han Solo?

    • @chrisl6989
      @chrisl6989 3 роки тому +6

      @@splatbubble He just wants to put his hand up in the shape of an L on his forehead as he passes people. I've had several people do that to me recently in California. Apparently it's a thing again, 😆.

    • @splatbubble
      @splatbubble 3 роки тому +2

      @@chrisl6989 Wow seriously people do that?

    • @pi11sburydoeboy
      @pi11sburydoeboy 3 роки тому +1

      @@chrisl6989 don't stop coming and they don't stop coming

    • @jessicah3450
      @jessicah3450 3 роки тому +2

      If you DON'T stick stuff on the outside of your car, you don't become as much of a cop magnet.

  • @michaeleverson3801
    @michaeleverson3801 4 роки тому +15

    When the Mk 7 GTI first came out, the engines in early cars were dynoing around 230 hp, as opposed to the claimed 210. I'd definitely believe it, the car felt much, much quicker than the Mk 6 lease that I had turned in. Yes, the car obviously had more claimed torque, but it felt like there was more top end grunt as well.
    Fun fact, the same chassis engineer who oversaw development of the 991 Porsche GT3 RS worked on the Mk 7. Also something you instantly feel stepping from the 6 to the 7.

  • @larryboling5887
    @larryboling5887 5 років тому +19

    Hey Guys, from a fellow GTI Owner and retired GM Engineer (Detroit Diesel Corp.) This is one of the BEST car you tubes i have seen-GREAT INTERVIEW!!

    • @EddieX
      @EddieX  5 років тому

      Appreciate the kind words!

    • @alanholmes2366
      @alanholmes2366 5 років тому +2

      Eddie you should get Larry and his GTI on the channel! Engineer to engineer chop it up about the GTI and all things automotive!

    • @mycarpultunnel
      @mycarpultunnel 4 роки тому

      Eddie and Larry show.

  • @markcz6545
    @markcz6545 5 років тому +29

    FYI..SE trim comes with the LSD and bigger brakes too.

  • @Jason-hv4eu
    @Jason-hv4eu 5 років тому +11

    I love my 2018 GTI SE! I did the stage 1 APR tune at 2500 miles. Other than that it is stock. Crazy fast and fun! I get 40mpg in normal mode on long trips with mature driving. I get 34-35 commuting a 45 mile round trip daily. I still manage 32 mpg having fun! Very comfortable car.

    • @willmercier2852
      @willmercier2852 5 років тому +1

      Lol I love having a sexy sporty hot hatch... that i can also brag about the fuel mileage with!

    • @Lessenjr
      @Lessenjr 4 роки тому +1

      Did your fuel mileage slowly get better between brand new and 2500 miles? My daily commute is only 16 miles each way and my normal route is probably like 80% highway. My last tank I averaged 25.0mpg (getting cold in Cleveland so idling 10 min. before I head out makes a difference) on a custom setting with engine at ECO tank getting almost 29mpg each way to and from work. That's 80mph highway and being VERY eco conscious 90% of the time in town when I'm not intentionally enjoying the acceleration. This tank I've set engine to NORMAL and the last two days it actually seems to be a couple mpg better? So, I'm thinking just the break in period... FYI car is only at 800 miles on the ODO.

  • @ctownas
    @ctownas 5 років тому +76

    That black / silver side mirror combo is making my OCD itch....

  • @Bawla187
    @Bawla187 5 років тому +13

    If he thinks it's fun to drive now, wait until he gets stage 2 tune with dsg tune. My boys GTI has it and the DSG is so on point.

  • @SpaceMissile
    @SpaceMissile 5 років тому +42

    8:30 - "Well do a little bit of acceleration, let's see how it feels."
    *_immediately floors it_*
    _nice_

  • @Great_America
    @Great_America 5 років тому +6

    Don’t wait for APR Stage 2 to get the TCU. I just upgraded my MK7 GTI DSG to the APR Stage 1 ECU and TCU tunes and they are meant for one another. All the shift points change to accommodate the drop off of torque and power at 5000RPM. Trust me, the TCU tune is worth it. Also, if you buy the APR Stage 2 turbo downpipe, they include the Stage 2 ECU tune for free! 😎

    • @peteshea8010
      @peteshea8010 4 роки тому +1

      Your car will be junk within 50K miles if you makes use of that power on anything that remotely resembles a frequent basis.
      VW engineers go to great lengths in specifying upgraded factory components for very modest power increases. Do you think they make that effort and spend that extra money for no reason?
      As a well seasoned mechanical design engineer with multiple patents, I know better.

  • @Chris-cu2mc
    @Chris-cu2mc 5 років тому +5

    Randomly stumbled across this video and you were just down the road from my house.

  • @TheNotoriousMAZ
    @TheNotoriousMAZ 5 років тому +17

    Dealers do some decent discounting on the GTI, which just doesn’t happen for the R. The best way to approach new GTI shopping is to get the best trim you can negotiate for sub-$30K OTD. With a little effort, you can likely find a dealer that will play ball on an SE trim (best value IMO). For under $30K, you really can’t beat the overall value proposition of the GTI.

    • @anaswarjayakumar852
      @anaswarjayakumar852 5 років тому

      I got a good discount on my GTI SE through Costco Auto Program and I was able to get mine for 28k

    • @Rollmydicehuhh
      @Rollmydicehuhh 5 років тому +2

      Got my 2017 GTI S new $22,700 out the door. Now that's a BARGAIN

    • @tkunknown1822
      @tkunknown1822 5 років тому

      I managed to get mine 2016 SE at the end of the year for under 26,500. With a basic COBB access port and 91 tune it's a blast to drive. Good gas mileage and can pick any other fun car apart at a 30mph roll start (just won't hook up at the light).

    • @anaswarjayakumar852
      @anaswarjayakumar852 5 років тому

      @@Rollmydicehuhh Well thats because its a 2 year old S and not the SE. Somehow I wasnt able to find used Golf GTIs for sale in my area

    • @subvet3668
      @subvet3668 5 років тому

      TheNotoriousMAZ, I notice if you buy a leftover 2018 still new you can get a top trim autobahn for as low as 27.5 and definitely under 30k.

  • @dominicang04
    @dominicang04 4 роки тому +8

    you said the Autobahn trim is the only one with Golf R braked and LSD. This is incorrect, the SE trim has this as well.

  • @jameshaulenbeek5931
    @jameshaulenbeek5931 5 років тому +14

    I couldn't quite afford the GTI, but my Golf S is a blast to drive! I definitely want to do a wheel/tire upgrade, as the stock setup isn't really adequate for the 170 hp and 199 lb-ft.
    Then come the fun mods.
    Always make your wheels, tires, brakes, and suspension faster than your car 😉

    • @Tigerex966
      @Tigerex966 5 років тому +1

      For regular roads that's all you need.

    • @andersonnascimento939
      @andersonnascimento939 3 роки тому +2

      Same here. 1.8 tsi is plenty of power for city/hwy. For sure not the same as the gti, but doesn't feel super far either.

    • @kevs2good133
      @kevs2good133 Рік тому +1

      @@andersonnascimento939 when I first started working at my current VW store, there was a Golf 1.8 S TSI and that little thing was quick. Light and nimble but firm steering for a Golf.

  • @jessicah3450
    @jessicah3450 3 роки тому +2

    I've borrowed my sister's Saturn SL1 🤣 My Stage 1 Mk5 is definitely an upgrade. Forget passing anyone in a Saturn, forget even merging onto the freeway without waaaaaah! My GTI got me my first speeding ticket though, but it was so worth it. A manual transmission on this car is like butter too.

  • @justindtackett
    @justindtackett 5 років тому +3

    Pish Posh. I own t Mk7 1.8 Tsi and I can pass people no problem. I’m gonna mess with intake, coil packs and stage one this summer. My car is rated 170hp and it’s fun to me on the daily. On a track I would obviously want more power and upgrade suspension, say bar and what not, but these cars are an amazing bang for the buck.

  • @jaisway
    @jaisway 5 років тому +3

    My first GTI is the 2019 white rabbit and I don't think I will own another car! I love everything about the GTI

    • @comedyman112
      @comedyman112 5 років тому

      Golf r is just better with awd and more bhp lol. Pricy though

    • @willmercier2852
      @willmercier2852 5 років тому +1

      I feel the same way! I evaluated both the golf r and audi a3 and still found the GTI the best balance of value and performance. The golf r is definitely better on paper, but when I was looking it was almost $10k more than the GTI and AWD and bigger turbo weren't worth that to me. I dont regret buying the gti vs anything else.

  • @1gsrtom
    @1gsrtom 5 років тому +8

    I prefer the Cobb AP for my MK7 GTI has way more features plus u can custom pro tune it specific to your car.

  • @jayenriquez3727
    @jayenriquez3727 4 роки тому +6

    I bought my 2017 mk7 base for $17k with 40k miles it honestly feels like new it’s Clean, pulls like a champ. There’s no way I’d pay more than 30k for a new one even with the luxuries, if you’re a real car guy you buy the car for the performance and the fun you’ll have in it.

  • @NoypiTexan
    @NoypiTexan 5 років тому +3

    I have one and I enjoy it. You drive it normally but if you wanna get on it its fun

  • @wutrain4259
    @wutrain4259 Рік тому

    So I own the exact same GTI with the exact same tune and this guy said literally everything i thought to myself. Its like looking in a mirror.

  • @marcusdavila5437
    @marcusdavila5437 5 років тому +6

    I own a 2016 2 door with an APR stage 2 tune. Approximately 340 hp. The car pulls hard down low and keeps pulling hard close to redline. Definitely recommend a tire upgrade. Going with 235’s. Why is one mirror black and the other white?

  • @JacesOwnWorld
    @JacesOwnWorld 5 років тому +4

    I used to say the same thing...that Stage 2 on stock IS20 was the most I needed to go. Well the IS20 blew up, had to get a new turbo, and a new IS38 was only $200 more than a new IS20, so got IS38, and I would never go back to IS20 ever again! It’s that much better.

    • @Bawla187
      @Bawla187 5 років тому

      What tune did you use?

  • @sporopeza
    @sporopeza 5 років тому +19

    Fact: The EA888 pistons are for up to 500HP. Amazing engine and more reliable than the Subaru.

    • @willmercier2852
      @willmercier2852 5 років тому

      I assumed that engine could handle quite a bit, considering all the various models VW uses it in. I'm planning on getting stage 1+ next year and have no worries about stressing the components.

  • @Limaondatrack
    @Limaondatrack 5 років тому +15

    3:01 "DSG is amazing!" Facts...

    • @Tigerex966
      @Tigerex966 5 років тому +1

      Yes it gets upgraded every few years the 6 speed manual got upgraded like 29 years ago
      No rev match
      No launch control
      No anti stall.
      no stop n go mode
      No no lift throttle shift mode
      No upgrade to allow it to handle more power mode
      No adjustable clutch and engagement point.
      No upgrade from six speed to seven or eight speeds in 20+ years.
      But way more fun and involvement in driving dependent on you not computers.
      And still almost 50 percent rate.
      Lower maintenance
      And substantially lower replacement cost with similar resale value

    • @peteshea8010
      @peteshea8010 4 роки тому

      It sucks. It's more expensive to purchase, maintain (check the owners manual) and is best driven in automatic mode. The "paddles" seem ridiculous.
      I've driven two DSG GTIs and couldn't wait to get back into my six speed manual.

    • @sirmontecristo2808
      @sirmontecristo2808 3 роки тому +1

      proopopop propopopop prrrrrprpooopopoop

  • @Mk5forLife
    @Mk5forLife 5 років тому +1

    I started with APR+($1,100 wasted)I decided to go with unitronic stage 1,then hop to stage 2 and now rolling on is38 turbo with engine rebuild with only 3,600 miles on the clock(6mt)
    Is 387hp/398tq and is really fun-my 1st VW ever.
    (An accident with only 3,600 miles did pay for repairs and some left over to cover this upgrade)
    2018 GTI SE

    • @JewelCity1
      @JewelCity1 5 років тому +1

      how is the power difference after going stage 1. how reliable has it been after stage 2/going is38

    • @Mk5forLife
      @Mk5forLife 5 років тому +2

      @@JewelCity1 I really can't tell about OEM reliability cause my engine was BUILD a barely 3k on the clock,clutch is stage 2 and this engine supposed to hold 600hp.
      Now,power difference? From stage 1 to is38 is huge and from stage 2...well,I feel like i lost power from 60 to 85 but is long gone after 95mph and is hauling ass all the way to 165 which is the highest i done.I think the upgrade from stage 2 to is38 is not worth the extra dollar for most guys,is38 is GREAT ONLY if you drive 90mph and up or if you track your car.

  • @sheldonm3535
    @sheldonm3535 5 років тому +6

    My MK7 GTi PP is fine in the snow. Actually very good with Blizzaks. Why is one mirror black and one white?

    • @peteshea8010
      @peteshea8010 4 роки тому

      Yes, the limited slip/locking VAQ differential/winter tire combination is quiet formidable. I've done 4 winter with that combination between two GTIs and remain highly impressed.

  • @markklos
    @markklos 4 роки тому +3

    Hmm, mine 2015 stage one went to 303 hp, 445 Nm, DSG, love it.

  • @markaaaaaaaaa
    @markaaaaaaaaa 5 років тому +5

    SE brakes are the same as the Golf R just the calipers are red...i could be wrong tho..

    • @cihans4923
      @cihans4923 3 роки тому

      You are right tho

    • @travis3810
      @travis3810 3 роки тому

      yes, Autobahn brakes are the same i believe.

  • @mycarpultunnel
    @mycarpultunnel 4 роки тому +2

    Really? I drive up and over 2 summits every day [ southern Oregon to northern California ] every day, and my gti just kicks its ass. Completely stock, 6 speed manual.

  • @peteshea8010
    @peteshea8010 4 роки тому +3

    It sucks unless the lame factory clutch has been replaced with a good aftermarket unit that's rated for at least 350 ft-lbs of torque.

  • @IgnitionTube
    @IgnitionTube 5 років тому +44

    If it was IE tuned it might actually be fast ;)

    • @EddieX
      @EddieX  5 років тому +8

      Bring your new dad whip out and let's race 😂

    • @Osprey1994
      @Osprey1994 5 років тому

      Trap speed on the IE stage 1? Last I checked they were not going to dethrone GIAC.

    • @ReviewedByAndy
      @ReviewedByAndy 4 роки тому

      I’m late but it would be sick if you guys did a video together after COVID!

  • @theevilfrenchfry9217
    @theevilfrenchfry9217 2 роки тому

    I’m coming from a Toyota sienna to a 2010 GTI Mark6 and I am loving it only 80,000 miles on it to

  • @nymetswinws
    @nymetswinws 5 років тому +5

    The guy keeps saying "this is my daily." Does he own a weekend car too?

  • @elyedai
    @elyedai 5 років тому +3

    pretty sure the SE also comes with limited slip differential and bigger brakes.

    • @Bawla187
      @Bawla187 5 років тому +1

      It does, I have an SE..

    • @Lessenjr
      @Lessenjr 4 роки тому +1

      Fact. I also have one.

    • @scottb5256
      @scottb5256 4 роки тому

      Yup, so does mine

    • @dav31078
      @dav31078 4 роки тому

      Even the S includes those options too now. As it should be!

  • @silentvalue
    @silentvalue 5 років тому +2

    I love the fender setup. Im running apr stg 2 high output file, and it boogies. Stg 1 was def more low end and mid range, but the downpipe with stg 2 file opened up the top end like crazy.

    • @peteshea8010
      @peteshea8010 4 роки тому +3

      How many clutches have you replaced since installing the various tunes? Will VW honor their factory warranty when any failure is deemed "related?"
      Of course you realize that any "tune" will greatly exacerbate the EA888's carbon buildup issues (valves and chambers), in addition to requiring more frequent oil and filter changes while placing much greater loads on your transaxle, half shafts and CV joints.
      You are aware of these issues, right?

  • @Account1746
    @Account1746 5 років тому +2

    America’s love numbers when it comes to horsepower, 220 it loads in the UK I make that shit fly

    • @hexnut72
      @hexnut72 5 років тому

      If you can make 220 fly, imagine what you can do with 420...

  • @hitmancontracts
    @hitmancontracts 2 роки тому

    I don’t understand why turbo car owners upgrade, or rather “upgrade” their exhaust with a sport muffler. Just cut it off. Better flow for the turbo.
    I have a stage 1 unitronic tune on my ‘16 TT and I cut off the muffler, both resonators and the second cat (post o2 sensor) and the car pops and bangs like a stage 2. Sounds amazing and pulls amazing too with that free flow exhaust.

  • @trippspeed
    @trippspeed 5 років тому +6

    My 17 SE has the LSD, Brakes, Leather, and Xenons. I missed out on the Nav and adaptive cruise, but I am ok with that.

    • @heyitsme939
      @heyitsme939 5 років тому +2

      Nav is the most pointless feature nowadays with Apple carplay/android auto being standard on so many cars...

    • @peteshea8010
      @peteshea8010 4 роки тому

      You also missed out on the dual adjustable lumbar support (drivers seat) and a variety of other things you've conveniently managed to overlook.

    • @loubonnett
      @loubonnett 4 роки тому

      @@heyitsme939 Exactly. Nav should not be a purchase factor at all.

  • @Chris-dy1cb
    @Chris-dy1cb 4 роки тому

    Golf R Quattro.
    Aight we got a big brain car man that didn't totally just throw money at a car because he could.

  • @98vwgolf
    @98vwgolf 5 років тому +3

    first person ive ever heard say they'd take a gti over an R.
    unless you're poor

    • @travis3810
      @travis3810 3 роки тому +2

      This is actually a relatively common opinion. The R tends to understeer more with its heavier/ bulkier AWD system. For a quick, tossable car, the GTI is the way to go. But don't tune the GTI past ~300 hp without doing other stuff or you'll probably end up with torque steer

  • @c0Ld
    @c0Ld 5 років тому +1

    It's pretty damn sweet in my opinion.

  • @moskeetto3262
    @moskeetto3262 4 роки тому +2

    Where did you go for your tune ? I'm in Michigan too 😅

  • @Account1746
    @Account1746 5 років тому +2

    It’s a spaceship

  • @scottroberts5529
    @scottroberts5529 5 років тому +1

    Love my 7.5 golf R picked up mine used for a steal and the launch control i love it scaring the crap out of my passengers lol

  • @MrRidge7
    @MrRidge7 5 років тому +12

    I drive a Rabbit edition manual and I have no issues with passing on the highway at stock power. The DSG is butter smooth but it's very annoying when trying to pull into gaps and pass because it's too slow to react and downshift a lot of the time; even in sport mode.

    • @marveysingh8157
      @marveysingh8157 5 років тому +1

      Ridgey that’s weird my mk7 GTI doesn’t take a while to downshift? And you’re right power wise on highway etc against most cars it’s more than enough but sometimes u need that more punch! Love my MK7 GTI 2015 it still surprises me how quick it can be but moving to 24 I would want something with 350/400bhp at least

    • @dudemcdudeston7985
      @dudemcdudeston7985 5 років тому

      I agree(i got a 2016 s manual) it is awesome at passing in nearly all scenarios. But i wouldnt mind my 4th gear 70mph pull to feel like my 2nd gear 20mph pull. So i plan on tuning as well.

    • @user-ox5bi7ql6y
      @user-ox5bi7ql6y 5 років тому +1

      yea the car really takes off with the torque its really easy to pass on the highway. I completely disagree as well about the passing power. . On DSG it is better to manual downshift and pass by hitting the paddle it will override and downshift and then all you gtta do is pull the stick back and it will go back into D.

    • @conquerirlemonde8432
      @conquerirlemonde8432 5 років тому +1

      dont accelerate when downshifting on the dsg, take your foot off the pedal. it will reduce that lag your experiencing

    • @heyitsme939
      @heyitsme939 5 років тому +2

      I have a 2018 gti autobahn, and I never have trouble passing people on the highway stock.

  • @popbang240sx9
    @popbang240sx9 2 роки тому

    Personally they are quick cars but i do hate how gutless they feel after 4500 rpm, personally until you tune the car they become a different animal

  • @ronniedarko2536
    @ronniedarko2536 5 років тому +6

    Are you guys twins? Both look like David So.

  • @sandeiliamcquibless5847
    @sandeiliamcquibless5847 2 роки тому

    I like it x3,they way you say it. The car is on my radar, from Msejo in South Africa.Thanx

  • @Daribrahim
    @Daribrahim Рік тому

    I got mk7 for 5 years, never had power problems, I can smoke you with my stage 2 like nothing 😂 same car different years and manual transmission 6 speeds

  • @KVNH
    @KVNH 5 років тому +2

    GTI Autobahn price is so close to the Golf R. As far as drivability, Golf R is a nice daily driver too with more features i.e. digital display and AWD. With stock GTI, traction is a challenge in some driving situations since it’s a FWD. Golf R’s AWD solves that issue.

  • @autobochi5229
    @autobochi5229 5 років тому +1

    what about fuel consumption compared to stock ?

  • @scottrobertson307
    @scottrobertson307 3 роки тому

    Dude you definitely should have went for the Golf R if you spent all that on a GTI especially with AWD huge difference I owned both and still have my 2016 Golf R got for 25,555 with 18,000 miles

    • @gustingoebel9928
      @gustingoebel9928 3 роки тому

      i know!! the stage 1 golf r numbers are freakin insane compared to the gti. and with the awd those things MOVE

  • @pabloeusebio2619
    @pabloeusebio2619 3 роки тому

    I appreciate what you guys are trying to do by putting each voice in one side of the stereo, but as a headphones user, it's kind of annoying. just keep it mono

  • @jts400hp
    @jts400hp 5 років тому +1

    Eddie do you still have the S4?? I'm think of getting into a 16 would you recommend it??

  • @alj7094
    @alj7094 5 років тому +1

    A Uni stage 1 tune + some suspension mods here and there = a happy me in a reliable fun quick daily. MK7 Uni stage 1 here.

    • @111tombomb
      @111tombomb 5 років тому

      Considering going Stage 1+ Uni on my 2013 GTI MK6... still yet to decide

  • @Great_America
    @Great_America 5 років тому +1

    Dude, I only paid $30K for my fully loaded GTI Autobahn DSG. $36K??? Damn 😳

    • @peteshea8010
      @peteshea8010 4 роки тому

      Did you buy it brand new? If so, what's the model year?

    • @loubonnett
      @loubonnett 4 роки тому +1

      Yeah, poor negotiator for sure. I bought my 2019 White Silver GTI SE for $25,295. The first time I went in the dealership, the sales manager was was sticking to the MSRP of $34,035. I kept offering $25K. After 7 wks of back and forth (mostly them calling), we settled on on a price much closer to my liking. You cannot go into a shop desperate to have a car.

  • @josemontano7767
    @josemontano7767 4 роки тому +3

    I’m thinking of trading in my 2013 GLI for a 2020 Golf R

    • @peteshea8010
      @peteshea8010 4 роки тому +1

      Or a 2020 GLI. CAR AND DRIVER's recent "Lightning Lap" event reported that their current model GLI produced a faster lap time than their most recently tested Golf R.
      Also, the Golf R uses VW's standard open front differential, while GTIs and GLIs use VW far more sophisticated VAQ differential, which is limited slip, torque vacating and fully lockable when conditions permit.
      Factor in the Golf Rs heftier weight and essentially all of its "on paper" advantage disappears.

    • @josemontano7767
      @josemontano7767 4 роки тому

      I traded my 13 GLI for a 19 Golf R. And I really miss my GLI manual transmission

  • @mitoda
    @mitoda 5 років тому

    how about driver mod and snow tires? took Team O'neil rally course, the GTI is a lot of fun in the snow, but winter tires are a must. My Mk7 is stock, swap btw Pilot sports 4S and Blizzaks WS80. Winter driving requires a lot of left foot braking, but the golf tends to cut power quite aggressively when LFB, hence, you need to always keep minimal pressure on the brake to over come this, then apply throttle. My current GTI is as fun as my old WRX in the snow, love it!

  • @AdamLindgrenComposer
    @AdamLindgrenComposer 4 роки тому +1

    I can hear the bent wheels in this vid :( Hope their replacements are doing you well!

  • @ryanchung1409
    @ryanchung1409 2 роки тому

    Oh shit thats the huron river isn't it. Sort of surreal to see the roads near me be driven lol

  • @limitededition3278
    @limitededition3278 3 роки тому

    When I heard unitronics I was gone

  • @kimboofdzners9574
    @kimboofdzners9574 Рік тому

    A Saturn! either he is humble person or has no pride 🤣💥

  • @Chicowade18
    @Chicowade18 5 років тому

    So since u have a engine tune and catback exhaust . You didn’t have the dsg tune ? If not did u come across any problems?

  • @Jx12346
    @Jx12346 2 роки тому

    34 highway? LOL wtf. Svr disabled, Ecs off, thing pulls crazy hard. Turbo inlet, muffler delete, intake, stage 1 tune and the car pulls hard. Do the OBD 11 mods. Also, wrong numbers , 281 crank is not right. 281 at the wheels yes. Stage 1’s are dynoing over 300whp. Apr tune is way more aggressive than uni. I love it

  • @petescarp4275
    @petescarp4275 3 роки тому

    SE does have the R brakes and the limited slip dif

  • @brokejokeratv5851
    @brokejokeratv5851 3 роки тому

    Get the autobahn pack then you get the awsome seats not the ugly ones but don't get a sunroof vw still hasn't figured out to make a good seal or drain holes

  • @ntt1713
    @ntt1713 4 роки тому

    How did you get the performance pack without red badges? (I see you have forward and rear sensors which is only available on SE and Autobahn)

  • @jayrobison6162
    @jayrobison6162 Рік тому

    Aint no way this dudes saturn was faster then this mk7. My mk6 stock is pretty fast for a i4

  • @tacothegoldfish
    @tacothegoldfish 3 роки тому

    Just got a 2020 gti and I also live in Michigan looks like Kensington park!

  • @CaptainCandycorn
    @CaptainCandycorn 4 роки тому +1

    Lmao my 2006 Miata would run 4.5k RPM on the freeway, id get like 24mpg

  • @OnePotMeals
    @OnePotMeals 4 роки тому

    Can’t get 93 in Michigan? It’s everywhere

  • @aswang17
    @aswang17 3 роки тому

    This is incorrect. The only performance difference the Autobahn has is adaptive chassis control. All cars in the MK7.5 lineup get what used to be the sport package on the MK7. All Mk7.5 GTIs get an LSD.

  • @robbybully8186
    @robbybully8186 4 роки тому

    Sorry Gys my VW Golf GTI MK 7.5 has visite ABT in Kempten 😇
    And now he has 300PS/420+/+ NM and a lot of Fun😉👍👋
    What you a talking about Stage one 🤔🤧

  • @eriksiddons4730
    @eriksiddons4730 5 років тому +3

    Best gti is the S, manual, no sunroof

  • @michaelktran
    @michaelktran Рік тому

    Curious on why driver preferred GTI vs A3? Got an A3 myself during Covid but never had the chance to test drive a GTI

  • @SaraK_69
    @SaraK_69 4 роки тому

    Oohh, I love my Cobb Stage 1 tune!

    • @reptileguy8458
      @reptileguy8458 4 роки тому +1

      How does it drive SaraK? I just want a stage 1. Unitronic,cobb or apr Debating on which one I should get.

    • @SaraK_69
      @SaraK_69 4 роки тому

      @@reptileguy8458 go with Cobb, so much easier to install and uninstall, works beautifully and much more power especially if you can blend E30 fuel.

    • @HOTPLATEGAMING
      @HOTPLATEGAMING 3 роки тому +1

      @@reptileguy8458
      Go EQT. Way better than Cobbs shitty base maps

  • @chrisfinton8302
    @chrisfinton8302 4 роки тому +2

    MK7.5 GTI comes with the 7 speed DSG.

    • @franciscotorres1261
      @franciscotorres1261 4 роки тому

      Chris Finton my mk7 is a 7speed dsg

    • @chrisfinton8302
      @chrisfinton8302 4 роки тому +1

      Francisco, I’m referring to in the US since this video is a US car.

    • @franciscotorres1261
      @franciscotorres1261 4 роки тому

      Chris Finton mine is a US model as well bro

    • @chrisfinton8302
      @chrisfinton8302 4 роки тому +2

      Francisco, I could be wrong but I believe the MK7 had the DQ250 6 speed that the MK6 had. Then for 2019 the New MK7.5 got the DQ381 7 speed. I know the base Golfs had some kind of dry clutch 7 speed that the GTIs never got. But I could be wrong. Just glad I upgraded from my MK6 to MK7.5.

    • @franciscotorres1261
      @franciscotorres1261 4 роки тому

      Chris Finton who knows bro idk much of all that i just know mine has the 7spd and thats a big ass upgrade man i wish i knew about the 7.5

  • @Crash_Tv.
    @Crash_Tv. 3 роки тому

    Def complaining about power Bc no manual. Not to be a supremacist but this car is 10x more fun with manual.

  • @mattryan5393
    @mattryan5393 2 роки тому

    Will adding stage 1 cuase more ware on my transmission

  • @honda116969
    @honda116969 4 роки тому

    I want to race 1 of these gti's with my Honda Civic Si, a lot of VW Fanboys say I will get smoked but this Civic is really quick & (2904lbs) & I just have ktuner 17- 21lbs of boost with 3 available tunes on the fly & 2.5" exhaust, k&n drop-in. Honda cars are really quick, I don't kno what they do but they seem to be fast with less horsepower than most 🚗💨🌬️🌪️

    • @zohanjames7793
      @zohanjames7793 4 роки тому

      Sorry to break it to you, but the gti will beat your si pretty badly. A tuned gti is fast! And as far as the Honda, they feel far than they are because of the gearing.

    • @honda116969
      @honda116969 4 роки тому

      @@zohanjames7793 mine ran 14.1@100 mph 85°outside temp all season tires & k&n drop in ktuner 2.5" 21psi stock was 17psi. Still get 36mpg City & 75mph 42mpg very nice seats, keeps the family happy & I enjoy have fun with other like-minded ppl lil race. My car has done very well racing many cars & Civic seems 2 impress lots of ppl including me. I don't mind losing 1 bit. I have lots of fun that's just me tho. Sorry 4 long message. God bless you and your family stay safe with this coronavirus 🇺🇸👍🏻🇺🇸😎

    • @zohanjames7793
      @zohanjames7793 4 роки тому

      @@honda116969 God bless you too! Was that on a stock tune? Regardless that is good!

    • @honda116969
      @honda116969 4 роки тому

      @@zohanjames7793 ktuner just reflash. Lol. The tune made a big difference. Thank you bro take it easy 👍👍

  • @johnshukeireh5804
    @johnshukeireh5804 5 років тому +2

    What job do you have?

    • @EddieX
      @EddieX  5 років тому +1

      I run marketing and sales for Nostrum High Performance and I make youtube videos

  • @marvi2941
    @marvi2941 5 років тому

    LMAO when he tries saying his GTI is more nimble than a Golf R. He doesn't want the smoke

    • @marveysingh8157
      @marveysingh8157 5 років тому +1

      Because it is m8

    • @marvi2941
      @marvi2941 5 років тому

      @@marveysingh8157 from one Marvi to another, nahhhhhhh fammmmm

    • @WackSmackAttack
      @WackSmackAttack 5 років тому +3

      @@marvi2941 gti with tuned with is38 is faster than the golf r tuned. much less weight. golf r beats it 0-60. gti beats it on a rolling start and quarter mile

    • @marvi2941
      @marvi2941 5 років тому +1

      @@WackSmackAttack thanks for the laugh

    • @LoXHumaN
      @LoXHumaN 5 років тому +1

      Marvi yeah he’s definitely high. Both badass but it’s not more nimble, it’s lighter but golf r definitely handles better

  • @Osprey1994
    @Osprey1994 5 років тому

    Stage 1 is nerve-wracking... Plenty of power stock until of course you go stage 1. I went COBB and then went MAP stage 1 and it was great until I messed with stuff because I wanted to compare stock to Stage 1 and then within a week I started seeing the engine pull timing. It still pulls timing at 1.5k-2k rpm anything above 3k on the COBB stage 1 seems to be fine though. I will definitely be going with a pro-tune just for peace of mind.

    • @noobnoob70
      @noobnoob70 5 років тому

      When you were stage 1 Cobb what were you peaking at?

    • @JacksonGTI
      @JacksonGTI 2 роки тому

      I also tried a Cobb stage 1 tune but was pulling a ton of timing

  • @picklepickle2503
    @picklepickle2503 4 роки тому

    Blizzaks are awesome on my 7.5SE

  • @knightmarel
    @knightmarel 5 років тому

    I wonder how a TT would do with a stage 1 tune

  • @HOTPLATEGAMING
    @HOTPLATEGAMING 3 роки тому

    EQT over Unitronic and APR

  • @trooper_f30
    @trooper_f30 5 років тому

    Was this a performance package

  • @f44had
    @f44had 5 років тому

    Not much info given on the tune which is what the video is titled after.. Shame.

  • @chrisjoseph213
    @chrisjoseph213 5 років тому +4

    I can actually afford this😅

    • @peteshea8010
      @peteshea8010 4 роки тому +1

      "Afford" means you can pay for it after saving/investing 40% of your monthly income. Otherwise, you can only keep pace with the payments at the expense of seriously compromising your long term net worth.

    • @ricola1759
      @ricola1759 4 роки тому

      @@peteshea8010 Ok

  • @MichaelBlasz
    @MichaelBlasz 4 роки тому

    Hey why did you go Unitronic and not APR? Doesn't APR give you more power on the lower end?

    • @peteshea8010
      @peteshea8010 4 роки тому

      They all fry the factory clutch and void VWs warranty in cases where failures are deemed" related" to the various "tunes." So in that case you missed out on nothing.

  • @AtomNic
    @AtomNic 5 років тому +3

    great video, but it's a mk 7.5 facelift, the headlights are different from mk7

    • @EddieX
      @EddieX  5 років тому +3

      You are correct, we state that a couple times and discuss why the owner chose to get a refreshed model

  • @Jambiswag
    @Jambiswag 2 роки тому

    I really hope this guy did something more with the car. Tuned but stock height no wheels no nothing

    • @Jambiswag
      @Jambiswag 2 роки тому

      And does he have different colored mirrors?

  • @sameftek9799
    @sameftek9799 2 місяці тому

    Elon musk is mad because you use his logo first.

  • @thecandyman7855
    @thecandyman7855 4 роки тому

    Dang im only getting 26ish on hwy on my 27 GTI..... Get the is38 my guy

  • @Jonah_w
    @Jonah_w 5 років тому +1

    6:30, does he know that a “base” golf r has everything that a autobahn gti has?...doesn’t sound like he actually did his research

    • @shooter813
      @shooter813 5 років тому

      No sunroof 😄

    • @Jonah_w
      @Jonah_w 5 років тому

      shooter813 touché

    • @scottb5256
      @scottb5256 4 роки тому

      The R doesn't have a base trim and my SE has limited slip

  • @rude5801
    @rude5801 5 років тому

    My 2nd trim mk7.5 GTI has digital display and 8-inch infotainment screen. Canada's options are a joke.

  • @josemontano7767
    @josemontano7767 4 роки тому

    I want to 4 VW dealers and none of them let me test drive the Golf R

    • @scottrobertson307
      @scottrobertson307 4 роки тому

      Jose Montano that’s to bad but some dealerships are like that. It took me two VW dealerships to test drive 2019 Golf R. What a blast to drive. Very impressive. Hopefully I will have one in a couple of months