6 cylinder, no Turbo! The VW Golf R32 FULL REVIEW - Volkswagen Golf Mk4 - Autogefühl

[@galcaty]

Even 15 years old it’s still a cool car. I love it.

[@whatevernevermind5960]

Still looks smart today, as does most VAG group cars from around the same time (late 90s/early 2000s). The benefit of simple/elegantly designed cars is that they age quite well.

[@Olliebobalong]

GTIGolf’18 VW group have had this design logic for some time. Some critique them because there models all looks the same from generation to generation, but the do age well and they always look fresh and crisp. Less is more.

[@derbigpr500]

Oliver Newell Those are criticisms from people who don't understand design and usually have no taste. VAG group cars are properly designed, they always maintain some crucial basic features of design that are required to make something look good. There are rules in design and in esthetics in general, like proper proportions, relations in size or shape between various elements that are just best done a certain way. A lot of car makes design cars that DON'T follow the basic rules of esthetics and just want to make something that pops out at you because it's different, but that wears off really quickly and what you end up is not a properly designed car that will look bad in a few years. Well designed cars will ALWAYS look fresh and good because the rules of esthetics applied to them when they were being designed don't age or grow old. A BMW 5 E39 will ALWAYS look good, in 100 years as it did when it came out. A Honda Civic that's out today will not look good in 5 years.

[@gordonbennett6057]

The Mk4 - 'simple' clean design, overall high quality in its day - 1998 - with a flawless uncluttered interior.

[@vlajster]

meaning,it still looks boring as fuck

[@stevesje71]

vlajster boring? You need to get out more

[@AudiophileTubes]

I am the original owner of a MK4 2003 24v VR6 GTI, 6-speed manual, and it's been my daily driver for about 16 years! The car is a blast to drive, and it still puts a smile on my face. Fit and finish is amazing, and I love the black "animal skin" interior! I still feel that the MK4 performance Golfs, like the GTI, R32, 337, and the 25th Anniversary Edition, were stunning in looks. Especially the last 3 mentioned. The MK4 GTI was a bit plain looking, granted, but the others looked hot.

[@InteriorDesignAnderson]

This is such a classic and still look good today. Thanks guys for this amazing uploads

[@BrettLegree]

Oh, very nice! My favourite Golf of all time, thank you Thomas and crew for this awesome work again 😎

[@tquest1]

My mom had a deep purple mk3 vr6, but i was to young to realize what a beast that car was (i was 11). I still remember the first time i read an article about this mk4 r32, it was like a supercar to me back then! I really fell in love with it. Today im lucky enough to own a lapiz blue mk7 r!!

[@adaddylicious1748]

I lock this in as my dream car. Cheap, reliable, fast. Used to love SW20's and WRX's, but this is so much better (for me).

[@Nara-kun]

Oh.. oh! I used to own one of these in Silver and with a Manual, was always a pleasure to drive around in, either it was for cruising or just slamming the throttle through tunnels. Thanks for bringing back good memories!

[@autogefuehl]

cool !

[@leoborros]

I know VW's can resist rather well to the passage of time, but Im shocked on how pristine this car is.

[@081588101]

Its from Volkswagen Classic, i think you would expect them to keep their cars in good shape.

[@beefchillingham6790]

That is a car you need to enjoy for everything it’s worth. I had Jetta the 24v 2.8 vr6 and it was just great. Trying to make anymore power out of them is just sooo much money

[@ayounireda7394]

really like the concept of retro reviews and hope you keep it alive on this channel

[@autogefuehl]

if you support and share - sure :)

[@whatevernevermind5960]

Damn, nice to see you guys covering older/used cars! Loved the MK4 R32s, the VR6 sounds amazing. You guys should cover more older cars 👍🏼.

[@ThomasMann4]

Nice Video. The VW Passat Variant W8 would be a nice video too 😎

[@JayM1989]

I love how you were talking about how if there was an obstacle you would be able to stop and then a second later you had to brake hard because of the 2 bikers! Brilliant!

[@autogefuehl]

=)

[@Da_StormtroopeR]

I had a Golf V R32 with DSG 8 years long, best car I had so far.😍 I had it for everyday driving, very practical and so much fun to drive.😜

[@Hercegovac.1]

Still the Best looking Golf!! Thank you Thomas for this review 👏👍 . Can you do review of Golf 2 or X in the future?

[@autogefuehl]

cheers! We ll try to deliver special stuff :)

[@davep5829]

The Mk4 Golfs were mechanically poorer than the Mk5 and other later cars, but the design has aged much better. I have a Mk4 GTI 1.8T as a daily driver. It takes a lot of abuse and hardly ever gets cleaned, yet people always seem to like it.

[@tnetroP]

I'm not sure I agree with the mk5 being better. I owned a mk4 V6 4Motion and sold it for a mk6 GTI. The mk6 was a much more modern car. But the mk4 was definitely built better. It was also more reliable. Obviously that's just my experience and maybe others find differently.

[@ItisBean]

Such a handsome car! Thank you for making this review, this car deserves a high quality review like this, so it won't be forgotten.

[@autogefuehl]

thanks, keep tuning in!

[@jamesrothwell8693]

Please do more youngtimer classics!! W211 E55/63 AMG?

[@vlajster]

hahaha how can that be a bloody youngtimer?! maybe w124

[@enriquejardon1044]

It's BEAUTIFUL, i love it. Amazing simple design. Thank you Thomas for this awesome review !!!

[@joseluque4094]

Golf always has been an amazing car, not to mention this one is just beautiful. To me Mark 4’s are the coolest looking.

[@abumustafahaitham1575]

Hi autogefühl team! Thanks a lot I'm big fan of this particular car.

[@Rmf8]

Fantastic video! Lovely car. They were made better then, than they are now! That engine has real character!

[@autogefuehl]

thanks keep following !

[@nemesis4785]

You know what, I *have* always wondered how the VW Golf R32 Mk4 drives. I prefer transverse engines as there is no lateral block movement due to crankshaft acceleration and deceleration. Looks great, sounds amazing . . . let's go !!

[@sparrow650]

Thank you for bringing back fond memories of the VR6. Nothing quite like it, even today.

[@mannyechaluce3814]

Thomas can review a Pontiac Aztec and still do a real good job :D

[@whatevernevermind5960]

Manny Echaluce Yes but he doesn’t go as in depth as AJ does on the interiors or infotainment systems of the cars he reviews tho.

[@mannyechaluce3814]

Well all Autogefühl reviewers ( presenters ) do a real good job, for me I basically need a few highlights in the end I do my own research and study of anything that I am interested in anyways, but since you feel like comparing AJ to Thomas I have to say with Thomas I can watch the entire video without skipping, with AJ I fast forward to the details that just interest me :D Besides Thomas has a car color named after him and he has an official Thomas fan group in good old Murica :D , as they say "You ain't nuttin till you have an official fan club" :D

[@patrickschorre2143]

Aztek with a k!!!

[@Bucket_Boy101]

I've a 3-door Mk5 Golf R32 in the Deep Blue Pearl Effect and I absolutely love it!

[@jaryfelice1020]

Best looking Golf ever in my opinion! So clean and classic line. Congratulations Thomas, bring other youngtimers on the channel 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@autogefuehl]

👌

[@AndrewKNI]

Great review Thomas. Reminds me of my mark 4 many years ago.

[@sechszylinder8055]

I love watching the reviews of 'old' cars. You should do more of this

[@fjs2456]

Spirited review. Got to do the MK5 R32 now. Do carry on Autogefuhl. You deserve 1M subscribers. Best luck for your team

[@autogefuehl]

Spread the word!!

[@thepresi2]

I still have a regular MK4 (2L) and I can’t get a rid of it. Even if it’s not fast, I like the old design and it’s always fun to drive. Built quality is great for what I paid.

[@JoJoJoker]

Thank you for finally making a *DSG* Mk4 R32 video. Was always curious about that combo.

[@timhe]

Good job, Thomas. Once again :)

[@franagosti]

The Golden generation is the ✨✨ MK4 ✨✨

[@66meikou]

I'm looking to buy a 08 R32 so it's the same car you drove but improved upon. Very enjoyable review and you English is excellent.

[@autogefuehl]

👍👍

[@vossler360]

It's nice to see a vintage car featured for a full Autogefuhl review, and I admit that I fondly remember this car from when it was new. This particular example seems to have aged rather well. Excellent work with this video, as is to be expected.

[@autogefuehl]

thanks Eric !

[@bettertraining3491]

One thing about the older models[even this one] is that they always seemed de-tuned. The 3.2L could have easily 300+HP from the factory... but that's one reason why the aftermarket really exploded in the 90's. My old 2.0L was only 115hp but after a chip, cat back and intake modifications [fairly cheep stuff] it was 140hp and just really starting to come alive. If I had more $ to spend on it, I think 175-180 wouldn't have been out of reach. If I had had the 2.7L VR6.... WOW! Nice video; Love the R32 !

[@manjbains1977]

Fantastic review & video Thomas. Beautiful example of a Mk4 Golf R32. Yes your right the prices in the UK are sky high for this model of R32 and is a classic now. Not many on the road either. Yes the Golf R is new and completely different car with a 2.0 4 cylinder engine and the R32 with a 6 cylinder 3.2. I own a fully loaded Mk5 R32 now and they are also getting rare in the UK too. I love mine as the sound from that engine is a beautiful tune. Yes it will never be able to keep with a Golf R or the new GTI due to the weight of the car too. But I bought mine for cruising and the sound. 👍

[@autogefuehl]

thank you !

[@JayM1989]

One of my favorites. As far as mid 00's go and naturally aspirated cars you cant beat the S2000 and the R32. Great cars. Ive owned a s2000 and while I didnt have a R32 I did have MkIV GTI 1.8T with a few mods. Fun cars. The only other Golf that has come close to that R32 is the new Golf R. MkV was UGLY and MkVI was better and MkVII is nice. But it is ashame they made the MkIV R32 in DSG. It should have been strictly manual gearbox only. I dont know what the hell they were thinking. And also It also really isn't fair to compare cars now a days in power to cars from the 90s-00's. Cars have gotten insanely faster in the past decade. Even your basic low end models of sedans are making 200-300HP with some models. Cars like the R32 and S2000 making 240hp were sports cars and back then had 50-100hp more then normal base models. It is just a different time. HP has increased so much since then. Nice watch by the way!

[@ACS607]

Golf mk4 stirs up the most memories for me. Despite being from 2003 still looks somewhat fresh and modern in my eyes and that is testamont to its minimalist design. I think i'm right in saying that the mk1 Leon also had this engine and Haldex 4wd system for the Swiss and Austrian market.

[@kamogelomalikane5521]

The Mk4 R32 is my favourite generation

[@eszterbacso]

Perfect car, perfect presentation, thanks a lot from Hungary. You are the best

[@tahag2107]

Aggressive and handsome. Great review, been waiting a while for a reputable modern review. Shame you didn’t have the manual though !

[@habbaw]

I love the 6 cylinder on Golf, thank you for the review Thomas

[@IceManVille]

For that age this car is it looks like it just came out of the shop! Amazing ride!

[@mistertee5000]

I love that you call this kind of blue "Thomas Blue" because my name is also Thomas and this is also one of my favourite car colours! My favourite is actually the blue of the original Audi RS2 that was built by Porsche. That is my dream car.

[@autogefuehl]

=)

[@sketchpro12]

I owned this car from 2004-2017 same color but a 6 speed Manual... is still in pristine condition and runs like new. Only sold it because I got an eGolf and then a Tesla Model 3 and didn't drive it anymore...also a great car, but very different! The MK4 R32 is still one of the the BEST golf's and for sure the BEST sounding car for under 50k! Also the rear seats DO fold flat, you have to pull the base of the seat up and then they fold into the foot well and the the back of the seat can go flat. Also the VR6 is WAY WAY better than current 1.8T and 2.0T as it didn't burn oil like the Turbo GTI's do. I had a MK5 GTI for only 2 years because it kept burning tons of oil and would always be a quart low and black, while the R32 would always be golden and at perfect level. And BEST looking Golf over time for sure! Thanks for reviewing it!

[@autogefuehl]

thanks for the experience!

[@MovieViking]

I owned the mk.4 GTI 1.8T and though it was more comfort than GTI it was in every aspect better built than then 7.5 I own today.

[@Renato69out]

Thank you Thomas, for this fantastic review, very good!

[@autogefuehl]

appreciated !

[@martinlang9615]

Imagine 3 turbos!! One electric to medium rpm to stop turbo lag, then one per bank from Medium to just over redline rpm, Intercoolers in front of each wheels with automatic high pressure water mist+fan spray onto each intercooler switched when the compressed inlet air temperature exceeds a predetermined temperature. A warning when water level gets to 10%, after water is empty the computer derates output to ensure inlet temperature does not raise too high to a safe level for engine longevity. Most likely a great vehicle for the tracks but a bit crazy for the street. Amazing boot space, good work VW!

[@kevinvandorst]

I prefer the MK5 R32, imo it's the best car ever made. But this one is cool also!

[@sleepygamer5590]

Excellent. We need more reviews of cars of this time, the last era before electric technology & turbochargers became more common. Also no parking sensors, lane assist, electric assisted steering, etc... Back when driving was about using your skill all the time.

[@autogefuehl]

appreciated, keep following us!

[@ElPolloDiablo69]

Brilliant car Great video as usual 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@paulwalker7514]

MK4 R32 Legend 💙🤍🔥😍 VR6 Best Sound ever!!One of the Best Cars ever Build 😊

[@jarhead1145]

Sure is nice that the Mk4 R32 still gets attention in this day. Kids seem to be more attracted to electronic gadgets and fuel economy. But anyway, very nice review I like to hear what others think about the r32.

[@jasont42]

Oh man ! A friend of mine had one back in the day. It was a beast. Such a cool car back then and still now. Yet another great review from Thomas and Autogefühl ! Keep it up :-)

[@autogefuehl]

👌

[@parowozy]

This car is in fantastic condition.

[@elmuchachoborracho]

Great engine sound! What a classic!

[@nobs4689]

Most beautiful car ever !!!!!!!!!

[@oldkid6]

Great review, I only wish you had the 6 speed manual!

[@jasonleon1976]

I had a 2005 Audi A3 3.2. And I had the Golf V6 4motion before that. Great little pocket rockets for there time. You don't see many on the road these days, unfortunately. Funnily enough, I still have a V6 today😁

[@TheMino555]

I guess VW has also stored Passat W8 like this R32. If you could make review on Passat W8 would be great. Very nice video of course.

[@SuperMrBentley]

The best vw generation

[@bondisteve3617]

Loved it. Saw them in Australia and was very impressed.

[@pierre-andreliagre1762]

Thanks Thomas, top job as always

[@ablatif1]

Where did you find such a pristine looking R32? Thas R is an absolute dream.

[@loganjones1672]

More used car reviews please! Love these.

[@autogefuehl]

thanks, keep tuning in!

[@MrRedRye]

The MK4 was massively over built in certain respects like interior fit an finish and panel gaps (door closing etc). VW knew this and scaled back the quality for the Mk5. Still looks good now and hasn't aged badly at all

[@therook24]

Excellent review, as ever! I had one of these a few years back... what a great machine... superb build quality - those seats are fantastic... I WILL own another 😎

[@autogefuehl]

cheers !

[@michaelsnow3643]

VW really needs to bring the two door back to the US. I have a Mk7 R and the only complaint I have is the two extra doors I have no need for.

[@chubbybrown4real]

Hey Thomas, I do Love a retro review. Nice for us poor people to give reviews like this when we Swop one modern classic for another. Cheers from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@autogefuehl]

cheers !

[@sbomorse]

Thomas is the best looking car reviewer I've seen!

[@autogefuehl]

flattered! =)

[@TekAutomatica]

Just back from round trip to Koblenz via France, Belgium, Holland and Nurbergring. 2300km with under 100 litres of fuel often on unrestricted autobahn with 4 on board with full luggage : 2001 Audi A2 1.2 with 380000km!

[@RobertCraven70]

Respect

[@calamityyy]

11:48 LOL I lost this handle recently but on the drivers side and was confused as to where it went, I couldn't find it again. Never knew you could just pull it off like that.

[@mso8190]

Thanks for this Thomas. This was the best designed Golf. Still looks good.

[@autogefuehl]

appreciated, keep following us!

[@derbigpr500]

It's still a really good car today, and perfectly shows why Golf is more expensive than other hatchbacks. Take any hatchback from that time and drive it today, and it will feel funny.

[@ScenesThroughTravels]

Wow , It looks Immaculate Thomas , I remember i drove the very first VW Touareg V10 in the UK , I was doing some Press event at the time with that car, I remember it got so much attention on the UK roads , Almost the same attention as this R32 Golf , Great video Thomas , Just deliver to my house No questions asked !! haha

[@autogefuehl]

:-)

[@deviouslaw]

Thanks for the very nice video Thomas. Very good point about the seating surfaces.

[@autogefuehl]

thanks !!

[@-EvoII-]

Really nice, good looking car. Nice review also!

[@autogefuehl]

thanks !

[@danl4252]

My dream car. Not sure I’ll ever be able to afford it though as they are going up in Value and I can’t afford to insure a good one at the UK at my age.

[@Romans5_3-4]

1.8t for 1500 in good condition and 100-120 per month insurance with 1 years no claims. You're overthinking

[@danl4252]

@@Romans5_3-4 I have a 2.0LMK4 at the moment. But the ultimate goal would be something like an R32 for the weekends. Trying to build my no claims bonus up. Should have 3 years soon

[@MrCarGuy]

A brilliant car. It just reminds me of how the current Golf R should at least get the I5 from the TT RS!!!

[@eddietorres3723]

So familiar to my 01 gti vr6, but mine needs a lot of aesthetic work done to make it beautiful again

[@skagerstrom]

I like the current Golf the best. The older ones - ESPECIALLY the mk IV, has a VERY boring design imho. Sure - it's clean and not ugly in any way. But so so so dull. In Sweden they always had Golfs on the cover of the theory books when you took your license. Probably because they were seen as very genereric cars. And that "image" of a fine automobile for the responsible and careful driver. :P The new ones, with the sharper design lines are real lookers though - especially the wagon that doesn't have that C-pillar

[@nowornever81]

Had 2002 Golf 2.0; anniversery edition; loved it. Will go back someday and get a GTI or R

[@nowornever81]

Adrian Fellner Yes; NA 115HP 2.0L Engine

[@nowornever81]

Adrian Fellner Gasoline

[@Westyy5493]

Great video, very in depth and overall good review. I'm an owner, also named Thomas 🎈, and I agree with almost all what you said. The only thing was that, in my opinion, the fact that it is a bit unrefined is part of its appeal especially in manual. But of course it's only an opinion 😊

[@autogefuehl]

👌

[@hamster0147]

Retro autogefuehl🤘👍🤘

[@muck012mk]

OMGosh... just found this review. THANKS!

[@autogefuehl]

welcome !

[@ReaversRespite]

Wow. Such a wonderful flashback of a great hot hatch. I really miss the 3 door hatchbacks. Now (at least in the US market) we can only get the Golf R with a 5 door hatch layout -- which really lacks the aesthetic of the old models. 😕

[@lash9400]

Mk 1,2&4 are my favorite Golfs. Mk3 &5 are my least favorite. I love these classic reviews. Please make some more.

[@blower1]

I had a good chuckle watching you squashed in the back!

[@autogefuehl]

🤣

[@boombl443]

That car reminds me of my 6n2 gti polo

[@soundseeker63]

Honestly, as quick and efficient as today's Golf R is, I'd still take one of these every time. THAT NOISE!! :-D Modern hot hatches seldom sound this good. I also love the clean simplicity of the interior, which still looks good for a 22 year old design! Plus this is one of the few "modern" Golfs that is rare enough to be cool. I wonder if the current cars with all their computerised features will stand the test of time as well as this...

[@nickbuccini7535]

...not nearly as quick.

[@soundseeker63]

So? If you want faster you can turbo it. Plenty of VR6s out there tuned to over 1000hp... Modern cars are so focused on BHP and lap times they've forgotten how to be characterful and engaging and normal road speeds. This R32 sounds good just parking up in the supermarket car park!

[@TekAutomatica]

Good to see some older cars! #scrappingiswasteful #addlightness #improveaero #pluginretrofit #sustainableculture Go to Finland for more older cars in top condition!

[@maveric0738]

Awesome review my friend!! I still have my MK4 R33 and I’m the original love it. I wish we had an option for DSG.

[@autogefuehl]

Cool!

[@Colin_Shapton]

Would love to see the next Golf R with a V6... Or maybe the 2.5L 5 pot from Audi.

[@SG-wj2qj]

A VR6 Golf R... Would be awesome. I'm just doubtful they'd make it. I think it's just to easy and cost effective to keep the 2.0T currently in it

[@SG-wj2qj]

@@roli22039 here's hoping. Lol

[@ManCave1972]

More retro reviews please! Keep Thomas busy!

[@MiguelElizaldeM]

Is the Mk4 R32 The first golf to possess 4 wheel drive?

[@sgtc4538]

Around about 1985 VW introduced a Mk2 Golf with four-wheel-drive - the VW Golf Synchro. And I think there was a Golf Country too. And VW also made a twin-engine Golf to take on the Pike's Peak.

[@Seemann74]

Best Golf Ever made !

[@AlexAlex-tj8hy]

What a good idea to review also the classics Would you mind reviewing the bmw 330ci from the 2000‘s?