All-New 2022 VW Golf R review // The perfect hot hatch!

#VWGolfR
#VolkswagenGolfR
#CoupleCarReview
This is a Motormouth couple car review of the all-new 2022 VW Golf R hatchback car. The all-new Volkswagen Golf R comes with a 2L turbocharged 4 cylinder engine with a 7-speed dual clutch automatic or a standard 6-speed manual. 315 horsepower, up 27 more than the outgoing model and 295 lb-ft of torque with the dual clutch automatic and 280 lb-ft with the manual. 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds.Volkswagen’s Vehicle Dynamics Manager, a new driving dynamics control system delivers agile and accurate handling. Torque Vectoring AWD and new braking system. To help ensure driver confidence under braking, Golf R features a larger brake master cylinder for crisp and linear response to even small pedal inputs. The Golf R comes equipped with 4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive for sure-footed traction even in challenging conditions. Now featuring a new torque vectoring rear differential, Golf R can distribute the torque variably between the rear wheels, even sending up to 100% of available power to the wheel on the outside of the bend giving the Golf R a noticeably more agile handling response. It has a sharper looking hood, new signature LED headlights, matte chrome mirror caps, a radiator grille and an available light bar in the grille. Golf R models feature a blue grille line and brake calipers, a new wheel design, more aggressive front and rear bumpers and diffuser, a large two piece rear spoiler, body coloured side sill extensions, quad tipped exhaust system and 19” wheels. Golf R comes with standard LED headlights and LED taillights. The Golf R is available in signature Lapiz Blue Metallic, Pure White and Deep Black Pearl. Panoramic sunroof: $1,250 CADThe Golf R has a 2L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with a 7-speed dual clutch automatic or a standard 6-speed manual transmission. It has 315 horsepower, up 27 more than the outgoing model. The dual clutch automatic offers 295 lb-ft of torque and 280 lb-ft for the manual, it goes 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds. The Golf R has a new torque vectoring rear differential and can distribute the torque variably between the rear wheels, even sending up to 100% of available power to the wheel on the outside of the bend giving the Golf R a noticeably more agile handling response.
This hot hatch is slightly longer, sportier and has a sharper looking hood, new signature LED headlights, a radiator grille and an available light bar in the grille. Golf R models feature a blue grille line and blue brake calipers, a new wheel design, more aggressive front and rear bumpers, a quad tipped exhaust system and 19” wheels. You can get this Volkswagen in 3 colours, Lapiz Blue Metallic, Pure White and Deep Black Pearl. In Canada, the panoramic sunroof is sold separately for $1,250 CAD. The Golf R has a new digital cockpit that is clean and modern looking. This is a big change for many and we have been getting a lot of feedback about this. Some like the clean lines and others are missing the volume knob and temperature control buttons which do not light up at night. There is just one trim to choose from on the Golf R and it comes loaded with a 10” touchscreen, a 10.25” digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, a wireless charger, head-up display, Nappa leather seating surfaces with the R logo, heated front and rear seats and ventilated front seats.
The Golf R 6-speed manual starts at $44,995 CAD/$44,640 USD and the 7-speed dual clutch automatic is $46,395 CAD/$45,440 USD.
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[@turinju]

I love your honesty. Zack never tries to hide he's biased for GTI :D

[@bbartlow0307]

🤣

[@kellingtonlink956]

What I love about the ‘R’ is that it doesn’t have all of the ‘look at me’ boy-racer looks, like the WRX or the latest Hondas. 98% of people wouldn’t know the difference between this model, the GTI or a stripped down entry Golf. Even cops... from far enough away. That is worth something. I’d buy one... but my sons have just finished getting their full licenses. So that will never happen. Thanks for the video.

[@petersmith2040]

Even when the cops are close by, most of them don’t know that a Golf R is a high performance sports car and how fast it can go. Drive a Porsche, Lamborghini, or Ferrari and you’ll likely be stopped and harassed by the cops in today’s woke mentality world because it means you have deep pocket for them to extract revenue to fund for their salaries and underfunded pension system that is going broke.

[@HypnoticMilotic]

That’s exactly what I’m going for. I don’t want a bright red car with a huge spoiler and an exhaust you can hear from the next area code. I owned a tornado red Corrado VR6 and it was a ticket magnet. Thinking about getting a black Golf R and turning it into a beast in the inside, but keeping it stock and subdued looking on the outside. I love that they can be a quiet daily driver in normal mode, but you can unleash the sound and the power in race mode.

[@cwx8]

Part of the issue though is it has no looks at all.

[@stevem1362]

This is a sleeper bigtime! Perfect for Canadian winters. I currently own a 2018 Focus RS and this is definitely a possible replacement when my extended warranty ends. Only thing is the horrible capacitive touch controls.... VW... everyone hates them. Bring back REAL BUTTONS and stop trying to be so fancy, literally every reviewer hates the controls. Personally I would only buy this in DSG since the manual has a history of issues and the fact that VW limited the torque in the manual model says a lot. Plus with DSG you can get those awesome launches, which Car Wow got a 3.9 second 0-60 from.... wow!!! The Golf R DSG punches way above its price range. Great value for money if the reliability hold up.

[@ryannolan3752]

On the other side of that though if your paying 40,000+ I kind of want the car to have that “special” look

[@trevorhowell6575]

For an all wheel drive fun hatch, I don't think you will find a better car. Excellent review once again

[@andreaspencer9813]

They you very much, so glad you enjoyed the review.

[@keithraiter]

Traded in my GTI rabbit and got my R on Dec 1st, and broke in just shy of 1000 km as of today. Can testify that Andrea and Zach are 100% accurate about this car. This is indeed an Audi-light, or even a Porsche-light (ref. Car and Driver USA referred to this car as Porsche 718 Cayman with backseats), as long as you can live with the haptic control. The torque vectoring system made this car extremely balanced in all drive modes, comfy like my wife's merc C300 (wife-approved), and uber aggressive and agile when unleashing the R mode. I've been very restrained in using R mode and dare not turning off the stability control to launch it until I fully break in at ~1600km. My first R mode acceleration *without* launch control a few days ago recorded 4.5s for 0-60 (and scared the heck out of my wife LOL) - that's before full break-in, before launch control engaged, on continental winter tires, and on semi-dried asphalt road at 3 deg-C outside temp!!! I can totally see how Matt from Carwow UK could pull out a 3.93s for 0-60 in his drag race with other same-class hatches from BBA. Absolutely no regret getting this gem.

[@j.a.g.8689]

Thats great, livin the dream.

[@bucknut2000]

For just daily driving not track driving , do you find the R more fun to drive or woth the price over the GTI. I got a 2015 GTI now and am considering the R for a daily driver. im just not sure the increase and price and the reduced gas mileage is worth if one drives 30K miles a year.

[@keithraiter]

@@bucknut2000 I'm in Ontario, Canada, so I actually upgraded from my 2017 GTI to 2021 R originally because I wanted all wheel drive for my long commute to workplace. For that, I find it worth the money, particularly during snowy days. However, if not for the winter conditions, I'd say GTI is enough for daily driving. :)

[@psiturbo]

​@@bucknut2000stay w the GTi, if you need more power then give it a tune, and it can be put back to stock at any time. I would put chassis brace, strut brace etc, sway bars and it will transform the GTi and give it new life.

[@bucknut2000]

You are very wise. I actually ended up buying the the Golf R. i found a manual at MSRP so i kinda just bought it. I decided to keep my GTI because it has 230K miles on it and was actaully thinking of putting a rear sway bar. Looking back, i kinda think I should have gotten another GTI or the WRX. I like the R, its a bit videogame devoid of steering feel , but maybe Ill grow to like. The handling is amazing compared to the MK7.

[@garyjohnson3751]

Picked mine up last week and absolutely love it love how quick it is and how much fun it is to drive & how understated it is

[@nicholasbabeaux2052]

Awesome review as usual you 2, something tells me Andrea got you out of that ticket 💯👌🙏🤣 You guys are amazing, your channel is growing but so underrated so excited for your future, keep up the hard work👌🙏

[@andreaspencer9813]

Wow, thank you for the kind words, we really appreciate the support and the positive feedback. 200,000 subs....here we come!

[@GusGus1996]

Hello from Florida. You both are one of my favorites of all the you-tube car bloggers. Keep up the good work

[@Motormouth...]

Wow, thank you!

[@TheRebuilt1]

Andrea has hops 2:04-2:05, great review amazed at how much the Golf has evolved as someone who had a 4 speed MKI Rabbit and drove from Boston to Atlanta back in the 80's.

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

Hey Zack how was the couch the night after the drift mode episode 🤣🤣🤣 keep up the great work guys👍👍👍👍 love the weekly updates 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@jeremyyin3196]

Am totally with you on the front bumper, love the GTI fog lamp.

[@meanwhileinsooke]

Love these reviews!

[@Tonga2]

A very special car, love it. Great reviews !!

[@Rocketed12]

It's the torque vectoring which makes this a satisfying drivers car rather than just a 'fast car', like the Golf 7 & 7.5 were 👍

[@EatMyPropwash]

“I like a lively back end” Me too brotha. Me too

[@stevehuk902]

I just put a deposit on one today. The 6-8 months for delivery is brutal though. Gonna feel like a lifetime

[@ryanclark9415]

I've always loved the Golf R and Gti! This new generation makes me want to consider it for my next vehicle. Its got all the practicality that I need for my lifestyle. I just hope that VW updates the infotainment interface mid cycle.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Good, I would consider it as well, so fun!

[@ryanclark9415]

@@andreaspencer9813 the Gti and Golf R have a way of getting into you. They are such a refined package for the money. They make you feel special and connect you to the driving experience. They drive like they are a class above the rest of the segment that they compete in.

[@andreaspencer9813]

@@ryanclark9415 Absolutely!

[@JakeRoot]

very unlikely. They want you to use the steering wheel controls for the volume. Climate could be easier, though I suspect a lot of people will use auto climate control.

[@CJ-ul6hm]

Nice car and I’m glad both of you are still in one piece. It was scary watching Zack driving like crazy in a circle. 😂

[@uweboker5983]

Great review with lots of preparation work. Thank you!

[@Motormouth...]

Thanks for watching!

[@khalilali2958]

I was so happy to see the new model , I have a 2019 R …. It’s so great to drive

[@paulk235]

Sweet review! Sweet ride!!

[@NelsonGasparDrives]

Good job guys! Zack you nearly really snapped Andrea out of her seat with those donuts!! No wonder she got mad! Only thing the styling looks like a 2018 Corolla iM from the front

[@SuperRUBIN123]

Great video, having owned many Golf GTI Autobahns and Golf Sel I always complained about that front wheel hop!!! This coming year my lease ends ,so I'm going for the R . I only wish it came with that 2010 Plaid seats my Autobahn GTI had in 2010. I'll continue to watch your videos as long as you keep giveing your own personal opinions 😉

[@bbartlow0307]

True that. So many reviewers seem to be more interested in pitching the cars they review. Must help their company relationships.

[@BongBaron420]

I notice that you guys dont often address the steering wheel mounted controls. I think they vary wildly between models and are major difference maker for me - gotta have my quick volume access there. I never end up using the knob with good steering wheel volume control! Love the reviews, great to see the momentum behind your channel!

[@99SVTBolt]

I never use the volume knob on my 7.5. I always use the volume control on the steering wheel. Sad they got rid of the climate knobs on the mk8.

[@incognitoguitars9999]

Great job. Have a 7.5 and love it

[@JSS822]

love your reviews!

[@Motormouth...]

Thanks so much! - Andrea

[@ilord112]

People like you, Andrea, are awesome!!! We love the sunroof! This is a very popular small car, reliable, practical, and it is fun to drive. Nice review!!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. I do like a sunroof :)

[@ilord112]

@@andreaspencer9813 I know... I have watching U2 for a while....

[@andreaspencer9813]

@@ilord112 Thank you! 🙏

[@nkha23]

Agreed!!! I love as much fresh air and sunlight as possible. Something very liberating about having a sunroof open. I'm a GLI person, but I've been gaining curiosity for the Gold R. The added power and 4motion would really knock my socks off

[@zipnone1996]

nice review.. would love a used one w manual gearbox :) great traction for all the Canadian seasons

[@bradmanmisera2689]

Great review and have been waiting for this. Love the R and want an R! Best daily driver?

[@KuyaArbee]

I truly love and look forward to your reviews! It's like im actually taking the test drive with ya'll without even having to step out of my house to go visit the car dealership! Love Ya'lls reviews! Also been subbed for years now!

[@Motormouth...]

Thanks for the Sub and for watching all the videos.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks for the kind words, so glad you are enjoying all the content.

[@rockyarchambeau5820]

Fantastic review!! Love your videos !!I have a GTI love the Golf R just can’t spend the extra money ,but I live in South Texas .and AWD isn’t necessary for me up north I could justify the extra money 💰 for sure 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️

[@Motormouth...]

Thanks! 👍

[@lplt]

"i like a lively rear end" this man is my hero

[@sammyt3514]

Another feel-good, informative review from the cutest car reviewers on KZbin (mainly because of Andrea 😁), thanks! As an aside, you probably got Mike, the RCMP officer who stopped you but didn't give you a ticket after he found out who you were, fired, lol.

[@prasiddha1986]

Nope, he got demoted to a mall cop.

[@Bluesphan]

I like a lively rear end too.... ;) Great review again!

[@LarryLewis-sz1dx]

Last week I bought an adult Golf R....that means a 2022 Arteon SEL. It has a volume knob. I almost bought a purple Golf in 1978. In the end I bought a Dasher. I did love that car..my first VW.

[@robert4you]

Hello from Sweden! I will use that next time the police pull me over: _"I simply had to get away from those idiots on the road..."_

[@Motormouth...]

Try it!

[@joshuaevans4714]

@Motormouth The lady mentioned that she wanted a traditional volume knob toward the end of your video- Not sure if you guys were aware, but the buttons at the bottom of the left side of the steering wheel that have images of a triangle and a plus and minus sign are volume up and down buttons. This is more convenient than using a traditional knob in my opinion (as the driver) though it’s haptic

[@AKB_48]

When Zach said lively rearend lol

[@spaztekwarrior]

Nice video review. You’ll have to review the RS3. That would be my hot hatch of choice :)

[@FoodyTunes]

I really liked the audio editing in this one, I feel like it was different, or is that just me? Sounded great

[@jamesvelvet3612]

Liking the new R. Kinda like a WRX STi for grownups. The photography is top notch! Great review. TY both.

[@danmiedema1927]

Love this car and the awd wish they had the fog lights

[@chriscowan6630]

First! Great review again thanks for the content !

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much! 👌

[@stromghouls]

it is seriously underated. the 2018 ford focus rs had 350 hp and 350 torque and did 0-60 in 4.5 seconds. the 2022 golf R did it in 3.9 seconds. it has more like 350 horses to the wheels. it is insane. a pocket rocket.

[@sharkhudson3282]

That drift scene was funny - lol!

[@parkeschaffer5808]

I cannot agree more. Please, no sunroof! I live in Florida where the sun beats down on the sunroof and heats up the car, which in turn, keeps the AC cranking (annoying and loud) to keep up. I just sold my 6-month old Taycan, which came with a tinted sunroof, because I could literally feel the heat on the top of my head. To alleviate , I’d wear a hat while driving. Traded that for a Porsche Macan, which I spec’ed out minus the sunroof. The car is cooler, better insulated, quieter, and less top heavy. I’m not carrying around 120 lbs of glass and mechanism on the roof. The negatives far outweigh the positives. Oh, and one more thing; sunroofs break, the seals go bad, leakage, etc. You are the very first reviewer that I’ve seen that talks about sun roof negatives.

[@shopwithaaron]

Can't remember a sour comment on the KIA info set up...no learning curve and always responsive! Thanks you two!

[@10OF9OFBORG]

Awesome very sporty interior design. But the cargo only fit my golf club. 😆 Great review Andrea!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you, really glad you enjoyed it, thanks for the kind words.

[@10OF9OFBORG]

@@andreaspencer9813 You are an very welcome Andrea! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@1990dwight]

This car has more exhaust sound than the EU spec. The EU spec has no DSG farts and it does not pop and crackle as often as the US/Canada spec. Very interesting. I can't wait to get mine.

[@cosmic_gate476]

That makes sense, EU has noise regulations

[@mesuttasdemir4618]

Gasoline particul filter

[@saltyt.1886]

I see Andrea and stops me in my tracks every time….then I see the car. You guys are awesome. Keep up the great work! Love love love everything you do together… …And Andrea always makes me do a double take! ❤️😍❤️ You’re a lucky guy Zack!! Love hearing Andrea’s side too! You guys are a fantastic team!

[@brentfriedeman7891]

wow this is creepy

[@DanielL.]

Super review👍🙏

[@Motormouth...]

Thank you so much 👍

[@ivanlowjones]

This would be my hot hatch of choice.

[@oopscanada]

Andrea the best! You 2 are great

[@JohnHPettigrewFujishooter67]

Andrea mentioned "Porsche Like" I would have to agree even the GTI console looked very new age Porsche.

[@gl5960]

Thanks for the vid. Can you comment on the reliability of the golf R and the average cost of ownership? Thank you.

[@jeffj2221]

Nice review. Zack, what brand is your leather jacket? Thanks.

[@Motormouth...]

I've had this for years. Marc Jacobs I think.

[@krane15]

Great review Two thing: 1) real knobs/buttons 2) a bit better quality interior material -- too much hard plastics 3) honorable mention -- traditional head rests. One size does not fit all.

[@Jorge_Magallon]

Great video! That front end in white looks like a Storm Trooper helmet… not in a good way. I may be in the market in a couple of years. Hope they refresh it with some more buttons and maybe some more GTI like exterior excitement. Still, unless it kicks butt in corners, I might prefer the GTI. I know I prefer the GTI looks.

[@coy9898]

Nice to see sunroof as an option, I don’t like them but end up paying for it as its on the trim i want

[@Theurgicnick]

I have one on order (I live in the uk 🇬🇧) wait times are horrendous. Was told 20 weeks by the broker which I knew was BS, dealer called when taking my deposit and confirming options and told me no it’s going to be around 35 to 40 weeks! Can’t wait for mine to be built. Got a commission number and a non confirmed build week. Here’s hoping that changes to a confirmed build week. If it does, I may get mine by April! However I’m not expecting anything before end of May beginning of June!

[@jprusso224]

Out of all competitors, I do prefer the subdued style of this Golf. You get a great performer without the in-your-face styling.

[@Bebopin-69]

Before going back to my 4th STI in 15 years, I had an s3 for a couple yrs, even slightly ‘’enhanced’’ , with 330hp. This being DSG was the dullest car i ever had. Comfy and good but dull. Even my 1990 fiesta was more fun. Now in my STI, although very fun , analog and connected , it is after a while too connected, especially for the wife :-(. Now trying to convince myself that added comfort from a R would compensate the loss of connection of the STI. Thanks for the good vid as usual.

[@tungol00]

Honestly even though not mentioned I cross shopped the golf r vs the stinger very similar price and performance!

[@StandingUpForBetter]

Another great review! Thank you both. In this day and age, I am just glad we are still getting hot hatches like this Golf R and with the option of a manual no less. Enjoy these times because sadly with the coming of the all-electric future cars like these are going to be more rare. Again, well done. This Golf R has come a long way from my old VW Rabbit Deisel I had back in the day. Again, wow!

[@Motormouth...]

Our pleasure!

[@modernbride]

The R is very faster than the competitions and it will smoke all of them . I've smoked every single m4 m3 regular Carrera and the only cars that smoked me were Austin Martin Bughatti & audi R8

[@jeanmcdavid8292]

Receive mine Wednesday :O

[@gregwiens35]

Nice one, guys! Would you not consider the Hyundai Veloster N as a direct competitor? That's been getting a lot of press the past few months.

[@Motormouth...]

Yes but FWD.

[@mrmanitoba]

I am always messing with the volume and temp control. I can't believe car manufacturers think removing them is worth a sleeker design. It's an absolute deal breaker for me

[@iantouzel638]

Like me, if I want a Tesla I'm gonna buy one, was thinking of changing my 2017 Golf R, for the new one, no way until they bring back volume knob and climate control.

[@aceofspades6667]

Is there not a volume control on steering wheel ?

[@mrmanitoba]

@@aceofspades6667 Probably, but there ain't no temp control lol

[@BIGGIEBAG-XL]

There’s a shortcut for the hvac controls and then you just press whatever button you want….

[@mrmanitoba]

@@BIGGIEBAG-XL Ahh, ok thanks

[@MrBratnip]

I love my Golf R: 2017 with analog dials! Made in Germany. are they still made in Germany? This is the best car I've owned. Sporty, can seat 4 if needed, hatch is a bonus, all wheel drive -just drove to work easily with some snow on the ground. My past goes way back to Datsun sports cars (no comparison but fun factor was high) and before VW had some sporty Subaru's. VW Golf R. is worth the price-dig in folks!

[@_Katana_]

Hoping this car and the GTI sells tons so it will bring hatches back to the mainstream. Lead the way for other manufacturers to bring their hatches to NA too (looking at Hyundai for their i30N)

[@drmahidhar1876]

Acura never really recovered from the renaming fiasco. When I was much less well off, they made cars I wanted to own- I haven’t seen an Acura until maybe recently with the MDX type S (very barely) that I even wanted to test drive much less buy (except maybe NSX)

[@crafty24]

I ALWAYS wanted a GTI or R 😍

[@andreaspencer9813]

Both are so fun!

[@ckarsenal]

I may have missed this, but how was the DSG in this mk8 R? In your previous mk7 R review you mentioned that the DSG felt jerky at low speeds/in traffic.

[@Motormouth...]

This one was fine, no issue. That last one was 1st year of the 7-speed.

[@mikehawk120]

You guys look fun to play with.

[@cavavision5547]

Bring back the volume knob?!?!? How about "BRING BACK THE 3 DOORS BODY!!!" If there isn't going to be a regular Golf, why trying to appeal to practicality with the GTi and the R. For me, that's a deal breaker, but a compelling argument for buying it in a family household context. Thanks for another yet fine review.

[@ferenckaposvari8337]

Hi Andrea and Zack. What I don't get why Highway Safety Canada allow only haptic system, especially not backlit? I think that is a big safety concern, take your eyes off the road just to find to adjust the temperature or volume.

[@stevensalemi6395]

I've got mine!

[@MrViyasan]

Zack about to crash: I know what I'm doing 🤣

[@jenny80myles]

I don't think we can get the Akrapovič exhaust you showed in Canada. Why is that?

[@rigoeats3654]

If the car market wasnt so crazy id get one.

[@shanew3293]

great review and in depth but vw has priced these too high

[@Mvader7]

The top line GTI isn’t that much cheaper than the R, making the cost difference less of a factor depending on how you spec it.

[@bmlove81]

Is premium fuel required for the Accord's 2.0t?

[@johnhamer7157]

Good review. Made in Germany… or Mexico? Also, why is pricing similar in CAD vs USD given a Loonie is only worth ~$0.80 USD?

[@Motormouth...]

R has always been made in Germany.

[@manu1love]

Do they do the seats in red regather than blue

[@sallystarz3409]

I loved my Rabbit!

[@scottburke4800]

Your review actually shows that you can have fun with the car, and all your reviews are very through with the things that people actually want and are looking for in a vehicle. Now we know why you got stopped by the police. 😏

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you, really happy you find our reviews informative. We appreciate the kind words.

[@stuartkennedy4202]

Nice machine I’m not into the touch screen I don’t do finger prints otherwise great car.

[@Lolaandcassidyadventures]

Might have to trade in my 16 .:R

[@freddyvazquez2865]

How this compares to clubman jcw?

[@drmahidhar1876]

Pretty cool that the car is built in Germany - my Audi was built in Mexico.

[@Aleko-mtl]

Damn I thought in Canada it comes with the akropovic exhaust but I guess not :(

[@rawadshibani2003]

Good.

[@daviotkelly1267]

Zack with the typical husband answer “I know what I’m doing “ 🤣🤣 nice car despite the digital volume changer 🤨but I would go with the GTI

[@frumpd63]

I seem to be the only person that thinks the new GTI is way too busy looking with the separate fog lamps and center strip. The new R design is beautifully clean, just can't spend $50K on an interior that fights you all day long. Be curious how well the ADAS works.

[@paulsawatsky2649]

Would have liked to add the Mini Clubman JCW in your comparison

[@Motormouth...]

Yes, good one

[@scottnewellguitar]

I actually like it better w/o the honeycomb grille and hexi-fogs.

[@seinsmeld13]

I prefer a 2 door like I had in my 07 GTI. I wish they would bring that back. I sold my GTI with 270,000 km on the dial. It was the best car I ever had. I miss her.

[@elkhankhamzin1957]

vw golf 8 gte 1.4 ehybrid feelings?

[@nelsonmendes8711]

What about the Veloster N?

[@vicp8772]

Needs more bloopers. For the price a gti and a used gti gets this. Acura ur next on base. Make it shine. Knobs is the way to go. Team please compile and end of the yr blooper real, sans beeping out certain words. Bet it would be a hoot. Cheers.