5 Things I Hate About My Golf R

[@hampshirephoto]

I've been a little dissapointed with the response in this video. Please, take the points I've raised with 'a pinch of salt' instead of, in some cases, being quite rude. At the end of the day, these are points which have become known to me whilst living with the car, and the primary reason for making the video was to inform anyone who is considering buying one.

[@cfbm125]

hampshirephoto the accelerator pedal has a kick down feature (mimics changing down in a manual If say you need to overtake), as do all dual clutch or auto cars, it’s only like that in D or S, if you put it in manual mode it doesn’t do it, the brake being all or nothing as you describe is adjustable via coding with VCDS, the assist can be set at strong normal or weak, this doesn’t effect the brake performance but will allow a more linear input on the brake pedal that will make it feel less abrupt! Orange peel effect on car paint (new paint in particular and not just VW) is normal/common, as you say, take the car to a good detailer and they will turn it into a glass like finish for you, a good compound polish will get most of it out but the only real way is to wet sand and that can be risky if not done by someone experienced!.

[@moneygoesround]

hampshirephoto hi I am looking No to buy one can you give me some info on costs deals etc thanks

[@suicidallooneypro]

The accelerator pedal thing isn't exclusive to the golf R, it's on all of the other golfs aswell. You need to understand it's purpose dude. The idea is that you get about max 80% throttle during normal driving, in fuel saving modes etc but at anytime if you want the full power you can press the pedal harder to get full power of the engine at anytime no matter what mode you are in, sports, eco whatever... The obvious benefit is power without messing about changing modes, I think it's a rather good idea, once you know it's purpose you will figure out how to best use it... That is why it down shifted for you to give you max power

[@WestcoastAudiGuy]

Regarding the holes in the bumper... Your dealership did that. When you buy one, and they need to bring it into the dealer, just tell them not to drill the bumper during the pdi. All the local dealers here in Vancouver Canada don't even mount the front plate without the buyer saying to do so. Everyone here uses either tow hook mounts or other brackets that side mount. I took the bumper off and put a bunch of neo magnets on the inside, allows me to be legal and take it off for shows.

[@XxcalprofenxX]

@@cfbm125 It does it manual mode too

[@EndoftheAge717]

I wish I had a golf R to hate things about

[@hampshirephoto]

This video was made to give potential buyers an idea of the disadvantages..

[@mannyechaluce3814]

I wish I had the money to buy a Golf R to which I would use to buy a Hyundai,,, maybe 2 Hyundais :D

[@N9ne9200]

@@mannyechaluce3814 300 Euro per month isn't that hard 2 afford

[@cyborgxcyborgx]

£100 pw try getting a job.

[@adimuftic9930]

Manny Echaluce one day you will be able too buy Porsche brother 😇😇

[@LazyMcCrazy]

3:50 The car's stopping you from lugging the engine, it's engineered to take care of itself because owners don't know how to.

[@lwandamhlongo4389]

Golf 7.5 R owner from South Africa here. Just wanted to touch on the comment you made about the rear being bland. VW is trying to separate the Golf R from your typical boyracer type of look. I personally feel that VW's vision for the R is for it to be more of a premium hot hatchback. That is why the GTi and the GTi Clubsport exist if you want some crazy styling, especially the Clubsport.

[@hampshirephoto]

Interesting point, thank you for raising.

[@ItzD3fW1sH]

It is very boring though.

[@fireblade8905]

Have you been car jacked yet in SA?

[@lwandamhlongo4389]

@@fireblade8905 lol nope. The thing is mine is Tumeric Yellow and there aren't many of them in this colour so it stands out very easily. The white and Lapiz Blue ones tend to get stolen a lot here.

[@lwandamhlongo4389]

@@ItzD3fW1sH I wouldn't call it boring but it's not on edge like its rivals. It's the type of car that's great when it comes to every day use and that's where it blows its rivals out of the water. Around a track, the rivals are better but you don't drive around a track every day so....

[@bryanebrahimmargolis4969]

wow!... this video just made me more convinced about getting a Golf R... its so damn good that you have to come up with silly things not to like about it...

[@garywhitehouse4299]

I would. I got a 2016 mk7 and love it. Going to Revo for stage 2 in November

[@MrMusicMuppet]

@@garywhitehouse4299 i got the exact model. Did you stage 2 yet? If so how does it feel? Thanks

[@DodgeCity111]

Im sorry but the cut down plates annoy me more than the holes you uncovered.

[@sociallyfungamer8125]

Do true

[@sociallyfungamer8125]

So true

[@HRHTim1]

I think they're illegal aren't they?

[@colnixon8989]

I see Harry Potter has moved on from his broomstick.

[@tuhafenigeorgedasilvahishi2958]

😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jamieg7874]

1. Buys a golf.. complains it looks like a golf. 2. Complains there’s a golf on his virtual display. When he buys a golf. 3. Complains about the throttle. Goes into a high gear and then expects it to shift. Na Guy. 4. Brake pedal and pressure in traffic. Maybe buy a manual and not a DSG next time yeah? 5. Complains his common golf r has an orange peel paint job.. Bore off.

[@stephengarner4428]

He didn't complain that there is a golf on his VD, he complained that the image isn't a Golf R, and he's right it should be - not saying it should be the exact spec with the right wheels etc but would be a nice touch.

[@samuelbhagothiparsad1935]

11 months ago he complained about all the complaints.

[@sAmiZZle82]

He didn't buy a Golf, 1. He bought a Golf "R" and complained it looked like a standard Golf. 2. The vehicle is a Golf "R" and he complained a standard Golf is on his display. 3. Gearbox shouldn't be changing down for the driver automatically. Clearly the golf has no top end power and has to use some ingenuity by changing into lower gears to accelerate fast. Get in a BMW M140i and you'll notice that kickdown is not required to accelerate fast in any gear. And that is what this car competes against. 4. Brakes are very touchy in a Golf R. They are either off or on and not much between when you're going slow. It's not modulated well according to speed. 5. Orange peel on a car of this price is not acceptable from factory. Could have been a bad batch, but he is right in expecting more. You seem to have not understood anything he said, which means you either have a comprehension problem, or you're being an absolute douche on purpose but in actuality you just made yourself look like a fool!

[@andrewbasheer864]

sAmiZZle82 you made yourself look like a fools for typing a whole ass paragraph that no one cares about 🤦‍♂️

[@NightAnimal1]

@@sAmiZZle82 1. Maybe he shouldn't buy the car blindfolded next time.

[@ianchambers2731]

Man buys automatic car, doesn't know what kickdown is 🤦🏼‍♂️. Oh dear

[@moustaphajaroudi7575]

God sometimes drops almond for those without teeth

[@GUITARTIME2024]

DSG is a different kind of automatic. Here in America most our automatics are smooth. No one thinks about it.

[@zaink7037]

@@Prometheus_xyz in an automatic car if your cruising at a decent speed the gearbox will go into the high gear to make up the speed and low revs. If you put your foot down the gearbox will go down a gear 'kickdown' so it's in a lower gear for more go at the speed.

[@minionz916]

These German cars r automatically controlled but Japanese cars have a manual button known as overdrive

[@JaeArk]

The "pedal limiter" is called kickdown. Its a feature for it you need to accelerate quickly, ie overtake so the car will drop gears and accelerate. If you dont want it to drop gears don't push the pedal past the kickdown

[@hampshirephoto]

Since making the video I’ve been told what it is, but thanks for letting me know. I hope you enjoyed the video nonetheless

[@JaeArk]

@@hampshirephoto fair enough bud, normally a pretty standard feature on VAG automatics, although was surprised when i found my Audi s1 had it (is manual) and is used when driving in eco mode and throttle response is limited to save fuel

[@Ben-jm8hi]

Most automatic cars have it not been in any that don’t

[@shsadmin2186]

Revo do a DSG software flash which can disable kickdown, FYI.

[@2Drezik]

@@hampshirephoto i'll trade a Renault Modus with the R, same feauture & automatic ^^

[@lurch5555]

Simply fix the holes in the front bumper by fitting a standard UK number plate 🤪

[@danl4252]

I quite like the ‘blandness’ I think it’s what makes the Golf classy and understated. When most people think it’s a standard Golf to the fellow people that know it’s a Golf R with 300 plus bhp and 4 motion. I agree with the downshifting with DSG autos, I think the manual is for a more engaging drive and easy to drive smoother. DSGs seem to be suited more to fast/ motorway driving.

[@blower1]

There's nowt wrong with the rear as it's a Golf R, not a civic Type R, not a focus RS, not a AMG 45 - if it came with a massive spoiler, i would have to rip it off. If there was carbon fibre all over it, i'd have to vinyl wrap it to gloss black........i think the real problem is that your trainers don't match the car :D

[@williampotter27]

quality

[@LCR225UK]

Well said. This guy looks about 17 years old, just got his licence...and Daddy went out and bought the ungrateful wee shite a new motor.

[@donartmahmudi1104]

blower dang that roast

[@Azeria]

if you want a factory "riced" golf, the GTI Clubsport exists.

[@WadeHomeProductions]

The 'down shift' thing you're talking about is called the 'kick down', basically you have a 'button' under the accelerator pedal and when you press into it forces the DSG to change to the lowest possible gear, it's a feature most VW group cars have, you can kinda avoid it by not fully planting it.

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks for the explanation buddy

[@jackandrews1318]

Really nitpicking here

[@kingmonkey88]

I've just come from a manual to an automatic and I agree with you. The auto is harder to drive smoothly around town. The brakes are grabby and you can't coast to a smooth stop. But apart from that it does make driving more relaxed.

[@hampshirephoto]

You're the only person who seems to agree with me here! Thanks hahaha

[@TommyEgan101]

@@hampshirephoto me too

[@reefdiver6573]

I want my time back. Was looking for real issues, apparently there are none here....

[@frostyarnie2941]

I thought long and hard for 6 months, did the research in golf R vs BMW M240i, and now I'm a proud owner of a M240i performance edition. The Golf R in blue was my second favourite. Nice video.

[@baileyingram1011]

i have a golf highline and noticed the same thing with the breaking in traffic and thought it was just me - glad i’m not going crazy!! great video 👌🏽

[@hampshirephoto]

Haha thanks Bailey!

[@MegaCrash102]

All autos have a kickdown feature mate, in your case it’s pointless because of the power but for a vehicle that’s not as exiting, it is essential to gain speed, Also you can cure your brake issues by applying a light pressure on the foot plate with your left foot whilst braking with the right

[@crocoman776]

I actually completely agree with point 2 - the standard Golf picture on the dash etc. It’s those little details that would have added a touch of class to the car 100%.

[@brygram]

Rude comments?: A personable person showing off your new ride...hmmm...jealousy from lesser-heeled, unhappy viewers? I find you're alert, aware and discerning. Thanks for sharing!

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks Bryan! Thanks for commenting

[@aj63]

Uggghhh, bored after 1:48. Bin the car then instead of producing pointless waffle because you've now changed your mind on the look of the car. Seriously!

[@hampshirephoto]

Tough crowd today..

[@rickfrank7934]

Honest question from a potential Golf R owner, if your Golf R has Adaptive Cruise Control and Brake Hold would that make commuting much more easier? if I get one it would be the 7 speed auto. Thanks.

[@hampshirephoto]

Yes I would say so. As a whole, the car is very easy to drive, so using it daily shouldn’t be an issue at all

[@rickfrank7934]

@@hampshirephoto thanks for the prompt reply.

[@streetcat666]

It’s called kick down youth! All autos do it. Certainly annoying though!

[@blower1]

Please don't tell me what he was describing was the kick down switch - surely he is aware of that!, that's been a standard on many auto's, DSG or otherwise, since the dawn of time.

[@nomessininc.]

blower yep kick down in race mode, my mates 14 plate does the same

[@danwright5592]

I have a manual Skoda Citigo and have the same problem with the brake at low speeds. Nothing happens then all of a sudden it brakes quite sharply

[@jakwadd]

Plenty of nice aftermarket spoilers our there Get your gear box remapped so you can have downshifting removed Get the car professionally machine polished and either ceramic coated or PPF-ed should help correct the paint work. Hate is the wrong word for a title as all your complaints wouldn’t stop me buying one. But they are all genuine “pet peeves” with the exception of braking, it’s just an art you have to learn when starting and stopping. 👌

[@hampshirephoto]

Very fair comment, Jak, thank you :)

[@graemeleonard8467]

Do you find the seat adjustment changes from time to time. Mine used to go higher but now does not move as high up. Your thought please. Do you know how to turn off Adaptive Cruise Control back to standard cruise without the Golf R 7.5 braking for you?

[@hampshirephoto]

Do you agree with the points I made in this video? If you're a fellow Golf R owner and have found anymore negatives, then please let me know below! Luke :)

[@supercardan2740]

hampshirephoto follow Danny.svr on Instagram and he will be able to sort those numberplate holes out

[@julientaylor]

As i can tell from your young apperance, you have not drove alot of cars. meaning you have no clue how a (turbo)car works (manual or dsg)! The Golf R starts to deliver its 400NM torque from 2000rpm on up to 5400rpm. under 2000rpm the turbo is not spooling up, meaning the full power(torque) is not being produced. While crusing lets say at 90mph with the dsg in 7th gear, the revs are around 1500rpm. When you floor the car, your telling the car "i need to go fast, now!". The car knows the that the only way i am going to be able to speed up quickly, is i am going to need more power(torque). the only way to do so i am going to need at least 2000rpm, so ill need to shift down first! Your braking issue with the golf R, also has to do with inexperience!

[@tomp1700]

@@julientaylor If your in manual mode I don't think kickdown should be a thing

[@julientaylor]

​@@tomp1700 ??? meaning: just because your in manual, the physics of the car dont apply? WTF it does not matter if you drive the car with a dsg in manual or a manual gearbox, with revs @1500rpm the car is not going to give you the full power(torque). This phenomenon not only applies to the Golf R, it applies to all combustion cars! Bugatti Chiron: 1600NM @2000-6000rpm, meaning: you are not getting the full power(torque) @0-1999rpm 3.000.000.- € spent, no difference!

[@klewis00]

I hate the stock Golf pic in the infotainment and cluster as well. Such a tiny thing. They managed to put an R logo in there, and a 320km/h speedometer, so why not some Golf R animations. The rest doesn’t bother me... But add to you list... when running typical highway speeds in DGS sport, then kick down to pass... 1-2 second pause for the DSG to do a 7-4 shift. That’s horrible.

[@adamjones9102]

I bought an R also about a month ago. The brake pedal is top of the list for me, It’s so annoying, 4 mph and then slam, I even try to back of at the last moment so it’s not as harsh! Had Machine polished and the blue is absolutely beautiful

[@glennchurch788]

All or most new cars have orange peel... my ford is a similar colour and it’s one of the things I first noticed about it .. very annoying!

[@andreibogdan9828]

3:07 on the bonnet you have a white dot. It's the paint gone because of a stone smashed into the bonnet or what?

[@hampshirephoto]

No, just a bit of dirt

[@StefABtv]

*that stock golf virtual cockpit image would annoy me too lol. Great content with the car mate*

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks mate!

[@2doorduude]

The pedal feature is definitely frustrating, I hear you there. Especially if you are up in 3rd gear (in manual mode), get on it, and it automatically downshifts to second almost redlining... So annoying. I understand why that feature is in place but every time it happens it makes me kick myself for not getting a manual.

[@GadgetMart]

1 the price 2 the running costs 3 the depreciation 4 the badge 5 feeling the need to make a video?

[@brofist2585]

Lol these engines have little to no running costs ime. Change the oil on time and dont treat it like shit and youll have no issues

[@GadgetMart]

Brofist25 sounds great no insurance or tyres etc required?

[@GadgetMart]

Brofist25 If I had that sort of money to spend I would have the new Civic type R. I used to be a VW fan boy too, I’ve had 4 golfs and an Octavia VRS mk1 The Skoda was the best of the lot.

[@Tonyc_1987]

I have a MK6 Golf R and i completely agree regarding the pedal feel and downshifting early. I do find that mine also downshifts too many gears as well. I just whack it in manual mode quickly and problem solved.

[@hampshirephoto]

Glad to see somebody agrees with me! Thanks Anthony

[@Tonyc_1987]

@@hampshirephoto No worries! Keep up the good videos man!

[@hampshirephoto]

I’ll do my best!!

[@Alan-N]

1st world problems, personally think the GTI is the better looking Golf 👍🇬🇧

[@peeticek1624]

Alan N and has 42y of heritage...

[@natanielkvalesand3588]

6:09, you car stop because you have on the thing called auto hold, when you are driving slow or stopping your car will automatically hold the brake for you. That is quite handy if you are standing still in a hill. So if you turn off auto hold(under the parking brake button) the car will not hold the brakes for you when you are stopping, or driving very slow.

[@natanielkvalesand3588]

My enligsh is not the best, but i tried to explain:)

[@fixedwing71]

Actually I was a little relieved when I watched your video, at least the points you made. The points you made are subjective, and nothing that has anything to do with the actual functionality of the car. I say I'm relieved because I am hoping to purchase a Golf R before the end of the year. I was worried that there was some sort of deal-breaker functionality issue, but that's not the case.

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks Mike, you'll love it

[@paultempo2318]

Great video. As an Aussie Golf R owner I have to agree with your observations (except the rear). I delt with the number plate issue by fitting Euro style plates. I also dislike the stop/start feature. That may be something to be turned off in the future.

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks Paul!

[@ynoter1]

hey do you have any modifications done to your golf? like resonator delete or straight pipe?

[@aaronlim5566]

I would assume the kickdown feature even in manual is to protect the engine from being lugged at a higher gear with so much fuel intake. I too know what you mean by the brake. I notice that when you're almost stopped, you slowly release the brake almost releasing it and the car comes to a complete stop nicely. Takes a while to perfect but at least there's a solution.

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks for the advise Aaron :)

[@aaronlim5566]

@@hampshirephoto No worries. Just a heads up, the brake release technique only works when the car is in "D". I find that when it's in Sport, coming close to a stop will have the gearbox re-engage and cause the car to kind of launch forward a little.

[@ellispaulin3674]

I take it this is your first auto box? Just about all auto’s regardless of manufacturer have the switch at the end of the throttle. It’s called “kick down” to get maximum performance as soon as possible. For example over taking within a short window etc.

[@RyanLink]

Every single one of your points are ridiculously silly. I don’t think anyone knows what you mean by your “pedal limiter” I have the same car

[@ds2000]

Ryan Link indeed, man buys golf, hates it’s a golf. They’re quite dull motors anyway, a silly body kit and splitter would probably move it away from it’s mainly business type guy demographic

[@ronf9332]

I've had the Golf R Mk7.5 since May 2017. I like the subtle look of it. When in traffic, if you engage the cruise control, the car will manage the brakes using the radar. My own things that bug me are; when the heated mirrors are on, the mirror doesn't dip in reverse (needs to point to L to drop), the reversing camera has two coloured lines which don't move, unlike most other cars. can't have the heated front windscreen on without the fan running full speed. for the paint finish, I used a ceramic coating which improves the look of the finish.

[@burkayboydag476]

5 things I should be grateful for about my golf r. There you go I fixed your title

[@davebradbury1618]

I own a 2017 golf R, the three things than annoy me are the head light washers and how they spray the whole car. Also the wheel hubs and how they go rusty so quickly, and finally the ride can be a little firm on some uk roads apart from that.... love it...

[@zheson5-speed953]

People are sad, the guy has a point. When you are buying the top spec Golf you are paying more money so you expect something more than just a regular Golf mk 7.

[@hampshirephoto]

John, THANK YOU! Hahaha

[@rayner1704]

I noticed the same when I had the face lift S3 no matter what it always kicks down if you plant your foot the rs3 in manual will not auto change and will also hit the limited in manual if you don’t change

[@itsjoel]

Great video buddy. Never quite understand why people can’t just accept other people’s opinions though 😂😂😂

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks mate! ...Tell me about it..!! :/

[@SolVermelho91]

Don't own a Golf R but have you tried going to manual and sports mode and then hit the kickdown and see what happens? My Car, if you put it in sport+ and manual, for example completely ignores a kickdown and let's you decide on the gear

[@GrahamReid34]

5 Things i hate about youtube 1. Kids getting "performance" cars on PCP 2. Making never ending youtube videos about what they like and don't like 3. All of them have the same "mods" 4. All of them are the same colour 5. Along with the rented car have a rented house and live hand to mouth each month. Top 5 KZbin PCP (Rental) cars 1. M140i 2. Golf R 3. Fiesta ST 4. Focus RS 5. S3

[@hampshirephoto]

Who said it was on PCP?

[@alabar43]

Great Video Luke. Agree with the frustrations, the Golf R is under stated and very similar to “ordinary” Golf’s. However I quite like that as I have a new Mk7.5 Estate and the look of surprise as you leave “better / faster cars” for dead is priceless!

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks Alan!

[@mardon85]

Get mine next week. Keep it up, its helping with the wait!

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks Mark! Ahhh you'll love it!!

[@Axelfl6161]

I have a manual 3dr golf r shortly to be a lapiz blue 3dr with dsg, they are a great drive especially in the winter when the roads can be bad. The video is a bit nit picking its a golf not a ferrari.

[@afrozsheikh2302]

Can you please tell me the exact location at the beginning of this video? Thanks

[@monya91674]

I have 2016 R manual which purchased used from a dealership. My biggest complaint is 1. No spare tire..but a speaker to make fake engine noise! Ridiculous. No storage compartment under armrest like the GTI, and the outlet for charging is under the armrest so all charging wires have to be out over the shifter...smh? Still love the car but if I could change those things I would.

[@AdrianBordoy]

I've turned that fake noise off completely in all modes, sounds alot better

[@izhaarjamil8110]

Can the golf r be economical if you drive it sensibly.. I'm looking to buy a golf r soon

[@hampshirephoto]

Yes! I get 40mpg on motorways

[@ForecourtFilms]

Orange peel pretty much present on any cars produced in high numbers. And the whole point of an automatic is that you control the gearing with how much or little pressure you apply to the pedal. Video well shot though and car looks great!

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks! Appreciate the kind comment

[@roadreg1820]

VAG orange peel is very tight though.. more so than other German brands. Oh, and the panels are weak and thin. I speak from experience.

[@WestcoastAudiGuy]

The pedal... You are talking about the kick down switch. It's a safety feature. It's there in case you suddenly need to gtf out of the way of something and go mash the pedal, but are in too high of a gear to sufficiently do so, the system kicks down to a low gear, thus allowing the car to move out of the danger quickly.

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks for the explanation, Jeremy :)

[@JAG0071877]

But it overrides manual mode which is bad because I am just about to drop it a gear from 3rd to 2nd, It drops to 2nd just before I hit the paddle and then I end up going from 2nd to 1st

[@hampshirephoto]

Chris, totally understand what you mean! Very annoying

[@WestcoastAudiGuy]

@@JAG0071877 what you can do to resolve, is to get a TCU tune. APR, for instance, allows you to choose to enable or disable the kickdown switch. You guys could also learn pedal control... Instead of just mashing it. There's a pretty defined point where you reach the bottom of the travel before activating the switch.

[@richy10vtec52]

Great video about your golf r, perfect spec, I understand all your 5 points, but I really don't understand your paint defect?

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks Richy! What I mean, is the paint quality isn't very good as it doesn't give a 'mirror image'

[@blower1]

Orange peel is an issue that I've notice, particularly on the lapiz blue - but seems to be a common theme with so many manufacturers nowadays. Dark colours like this show it the worst, white and silver hide it the best. You will find this on pretty much all OEM paint now, BMW, Mercedes - they all suffer from orange peel right outta the factory.

[@Johnny2K24]

Is your number plate size legal? Been thinking of getting one like that for my car...

[@thewho9112]

As long as spacing is correct, its legal.

[@hampshirephoto]

100% legal.

[@m.h.k.518]

1. Its a VW 2. Its a golf 3. Its a VW 4. Its a VW 5. Its not an R32

[@nomessininc.]

M.H.K. number 5 is an excellent point

[@Bazgti250]

The R32 is shite in comparison to the R. Other than the exhaust note the 32 was nothing special.

[@nomessininc.]

James Barlow spend 7.5R or even 7R money on a Mk4 R32 and you’ll have a faster car. Depends on what the person wants really. Rather a fairly rare car made even rarer by a 500+ setup than a pretty common car. Its what i’d do any day. The R is a better car to live with day to day. And 15 years between the models they’ve come along really far.

[@Bazgti250]

@@nomessininc. You could say that about any car though. I owned a Mk4 Anniversary years ago and my current 6R batters it in every way regardless of how fast i could make a Mk4. With an old engine, old tech on a tired and dated looking model that the avg person cant use daily because of the ridiculous fuel economy and high road tax (uk) Big turbo or charger on a 32 is a proper but pointless motor. My 2 penny's worth anyway. Each to their own.

[@nomessininc.]

James Barlow yeah my point exactly pal. Technology has moved on so comparing the mk4 r32 and mk7 r is a fairly un balanced one. As we said depends on what the person is wanting.

[@chrisconnollyofficial]

winge winge fuckin winge, i have the same Golf R and it is a weapon. your too used to broomsticks Harry

[@mysterioususer572]

Brilliant vid, always interesting to hear other people's unique opinions

[@hampshirephoto]

Thank you very much!

[@sam67uk]

I’ve an identical Golf to yours, only in 3 doors. The pedal travel is annoying so get yourself a pedal box. This eliminates the dead inch or two of pedal travel. Completely transforms the car.

[@williamsswamydas1250]

nice video as always

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks as always buddy!

[@williamsswamydas1250]

@@hampshirephoto thanks for the reply

[@SeanyTheHeartsFan]

I have a mk7 golf gt and it has the accelerator pedal limiter. Always wanted to know what it was. I figured it out. When you put your speed limiter on to 70 so you don't exceed 70 and you want to overtake someone, instead of turning the limiter off and going for the overtake, you plant your foot past the accelerator limit thing and over take.

[@_________________7791]

I know exactly what he means with the break pedal 😂 most german cars are made like this.

[@hampshirephoto]

It’s a small issue but very annoying!

[@mudachuka12345]

I found your comments valid and glad you made the video. Keep it up. I had a civic type R ep3 the ride was fidgety constantly bouncing. Radio was terrible. Sound was terrible. Headlights at night was terrible. It wheelspins far too easily. A people carrier could beat you in a race on a wet road. As soon as I accelerated wheelspin again.having to Struggle to reach the seatbelt that was miles away. There was more but you get the idea.

[@83Rafaello]

How much fuel (liter) takes your golf r at 100 km if you drive "normal" ?

[@andrewmontague2636]

Hey, I’ve got a 7.5R, bought it in March and I absolutely love the car. I understand your comment re the appearance from the rear, however I think that’s part of this car’s appeal- that it’s really subtle. A45 and other cars like Civic Type R look a bit garish to me. If you want a spoiler though, take a look at the Oettinger one. Brakes are a little grabby at low speeds, you just have to be really gentle and “feather” the pedal as you stop. Accelerator limiter is normal, many cars I’ve driven over the years have them. Orange peel look to paint is a VW issue.. The original finish on my Mk5 GTI was better than on the new car..

[@austingreen6042]

I'm oldskool and prefer non virtual clocks, which version golf r going backwards still has normal dials (preferably an estate/wagon), i like the dsg, but not a deal breaker if i had 6 speed manual as im not lazy (or seeking 0-60 times every time i turn the key).

[@manjbains1977]

Make sure you upgrade the standard security. As in the West Midlands cars are getting stolen day and night especially Audi's, Golf's and Mercedes.

[@LeighParkin]

What’s your thoughts on the 7 speed dsg? Mine has days of being beautifully smooth and other days trying to give you whiplash.

[@hampshirephoto]

I haven't had any issues with it (yet!)

[@styles234]

It shifts you down because if you're in that high of a gear and have that much demand from your throttle, then you are essentially lugging the engine and that's bad for it. Smart for VW to do this actually. If you need more acceleration, downshift :)

[@gdyment]

Hrm in North America they mess with a few other (fixable) things. Center console is locked shut (ordered latch mechanism/arm rest for ~200 from EU), no spare tire (order s3 spare) - no decent place to put your phone (ddock solves that), no homelink/garage remote - apex opener. No heated steering wheel, no headlight washers, no seat side bolster adjustment, no folding side mirrors, no memory seats. Lane assist is useless so that was off right away. That all said there isn't another car other than maybe an RS4 that competes. STI, RS, Evo, all worse - I love this car and driving it every day is fantastic. Oh, 1 big "wtf" with the R - there is no washer fluid sensor - when it runs out, it just runs out. The sensor is not installed and can't be retrofitted. So check it frequently.

[@Remyl0.0l]

I think you raised very good points and most of them would reflect on my GTI ownership aswell. Thanks for making it. Through test driving I found the brake a bit annoying aswell and I don't want to mess anything with the coding...

[@hampshirephoto]

Thank you very much! I appreciate the kind comment

[@GruntHarley]

Hey, great video. some valid points. Unfortunately some sit behind a keyboard and type away because there are no consequences for their actions. With that said I have a 15 GTI S MK7. I love the car, looks but I also have some gripes with it. I can relate to the orange peel paint, its something I never got around to address it. I am currently looking at a new vehicle and the GOLF R is one of the options, however its kind of disappointing VW US offer pretty much 0 options. There are 40 million paint options to choose from, but no remote start, no alcantara seats, no fog lights, you are right the rear is missing a different spoiler something subtle but slightly aggressive. A front lip, an aggressive blacked out exhaust. These are just ideas I thought about the Golf R is the top Dog on the Golf Line up. Ignore the hate mate.

[@cwmitch2]

About your comment regarding pedal travel, I know it's a DSG but that's only a glorified automatic and all auto gearboxes have a kick down, ie when you put your foot to the floor it drops a gear lower or two, Maybe that's what you feel?

[@Kaka70211]

I own same colour car I seen that thing about the paint too today and I thought it was in an accident repair lol but I’m get the whole professionally washed waxed then ppf on front end I’ll let you know how it goes

[@andytarrant9152]

Lovely car & really well put together video, well done!! Not sure of the spec of your car but would like feedback on merits of DCC with/without & Performance Pack upgrade if this is something you have or considering?

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks Andy!!

[@buggzieandmuggzie6980]

The accelerator pedal is almost like it has more than one stages so you don’t stomp the throttle in top gear and bog your motor. I’ve got a mk5 gti DSG and does the same thing

[@hampshirephoto]

Ahh I see, thanks for the constructive advise! (You seem to be the only one in this comments section..!!)

[@buggzieandmuggzie6980]

hampshirephoto Haha yeah I love the VW community but they do tend to get upset whenever you criticize one of their cars, especially an icon such as an R. But keep up the work, just subbed 👍🏽

[@XclusiveAaron]

I have a 7 speed auto DSG like gearbox with paddles in my Mercedes A class A220 and that in manual literally allows you to floor it in any gear from 1st to 7th and in 7th you feel you're in a high gear there's no kick down, it will change up though if you bounce off the limiter for a couple of seconds

[@lautarohunzicker]

By polishing did you manage to get the orange skin from the clear coat?

[@BagelSchlagel]

I can’t decide between this and a focus rs! Any options?

[@Niallboy1]

I have a manual mk7 version with carbon roof spoiler which I’ve paint corrected myself: 0/5 of these apply to me. But why do all golfs lack a light to remind you you’ve left the heated mirrors on? Er... that’s about it.

[@blower1]

Pedal issues are fair play - it's non linear, but this can be adjusted with OBDEleven or VCDS to be linear. To get rid of dead spot at start you need a pedalbox.

[@davidthomson8395]

i just got a 7.5 in the pearl white and dont see any orange peel or haziness in the paint. the brake pedal "issue" makes me feel like im driving a race car. the understated nature of the design is what drew me to it.... traded in a mk6 drivers edition (which was great) but now feel like i have 3 times the car. i love mine....

[@dannegus2988]

My guess of the jerkiness at start and stopping is the clutch engaging and disengaging. Coming to a stop with brake on, dsg clutch disengages engine, same brake force but forward force gone= jerk. Reverse applies when starting off from stand still.

[@MATTEEHH]

The kickdown is something you will get used to not hitting that point unless just stamping all the time. as for the brakes being grabby what you could be experiencing is the cars auto hold feature it can be grabby at very low speeds as it thinks you are coming to a stop to applies rear brake for you.

[@Wolfpounder]

the only 2 things that are wrong with this car, are. 1: the rain sense wipers, this is a garbage feature, they don't work correctly. 2: you didn't buy the manual. DON'T BUY PERFORMANCE CARS IN ANYTHING OTHER THAN MANUAL. THEY AREN'T FUN WITHOUT A MANUAL.

[@SPTSuperSprinter156]

with it jolting slightly when you brake, my guess is that up until you are almost coming to a complete stop the engine is still pushing slightly against the braking effort via the clutch. then when you're down to the last mph or so it will disengage the clutch and so suddenly the applied braking effort is enough to bring the car to a sudden-ish stop. no idea if that's true or not but it would seem logical based on my experiences elsewhere. even with normal torque converter automatics I find them challenging sometimes to bring to a completely smooth stop at low speeds because of the car's wish to eternally creep forward.

[@thisloginisoriginal]

i do totally agree with every single thing you have pointed out... I do own a golf, not the R verstion but a 150HP DSG and I find your points fit exactly what i experience. Dont care about haters comments - people are simply jelaous and get too emotional, they can not understand intelectually derived arguments, expecially when they dont have the experience of the car as you do. TK and greetings from poland

[@nickcarvell2713]

i actually agree with this. When you own a car you see things differently to when you aspire to own one. I have a 2018 55 Tfsi A7 and have about 8 gripes even tho the car is fantastic. Agree ref the paint especially. And my display does show my car in the correct colour.

[@aaronchase38]

Have you tried a pedal box ? Seems ideal for that massive dead spot laying into it

[@MotionPlays]

That unwanted kick down sounds annoying, my BMW does the same if you have it in Sport manual mode, but if it's in Sport+ manual mode the car will not change down even if you do hit that 'kick down' spot on the pedal, and will hit the limiter if you don't change up.

[@AdrianIRL23]

200 miles to a full tank? Is that mixed driving? Also what mode would you be in?

[@johnozmen2147]

My opinion about your points 1. Golf r doesn’t need a ridiculous spoiler to cheapen its look. It has a clean look as is 2. Must be a cost containment thing having a different car for every infotainment system. Personally think they should get rid of all these type of graphics of the car 3. I think the auto down shift is to prevent the engine from bogging 4. Found the same thing with the brakes. Wear them in a bit more and I think it will resolve 5. Agree with imperfect paint. Take all my new cars to my Detailer for paint correction. Often just needs a proper polish and ceramic coating to finish it off 6. You can get a smash repairer to fill in the holes and respray the bumper or just buy a new one and get it painted

[@psiturbo]

I jumped in a few Golf Rs, I missed the basic golf graphic on the cluster, unless it is not on the US version. *That is so true about the pedal limit, found it weird the setup. I usually notice the orange peel on cars that have been repainted, as if they cut corners, half asz paint job.

[@neowarrior4222]

Whether the points r valid or not they r ur opinion and i respect that. Great video man!

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks so much dude!

[@xVeRSeii]

Orange Peel - Is a quality issue, it's literally impossible to get rid of, it isn't easy painting metal. I am from vehicular manufacturing btw. Your brakes are sharp (obviously) as it's a new car and the brakes are practically virgin, once you've run your car in a bit, they'll be fine. As an owner of an R, I genuinely think they should have done a better job of the exhaust note.