Golf 8 GTE (245hp) | DRIVE & SOUND | by Automann

Today I can present to you a more intense DRIVE & SOUND of the all-new 2020 / 2021 VW Golf 8 GTE , the "hybrid GTI" delivering 245hp & 400 Nm of torque through a 6-speed DSG. Specifically the design really makes a difference to the "normal" eTSI Golf 8 and I'm getting warm with this more and more. Yes, this power isn't available all of the time and more something like a boost but watch our "boost-kick-drive-like" acceleration test & see that this is quite fast:) And tell me your thoughts;) Please make sure to also follow all our stuff about this car on instagram! #Golf8 #GTE #Autobahn
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[@shinmentakezo2994]

I have to say I didn't like the new lights of the Golf 8 at first but the more often I see them the more I like them!

[@vagautomotiv]

This was the same for me at every new Golf , its vag Magic 🤣

[@laszlobalogh7112]

Golf VIII is being sold since 2 years but I still don't get how they can mess up a design so badly.

[@pauldavies7469]

Love the new look and improved power output! Slightly disappointed by the lack in upgrading the gearbox to a 7-speed DSG but overall a nice new gen. Wish they made the facelift in White Silver! Love that colour!

[@raphaelschoof8710]

Seriously.. It looks like a really good car 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽😍

[@meikelkneit4345]

Ja, der gute, "alte" 1.4er TSI mit 150 PS macht auch im Golf 8 GTE einen ordentlichen Job. In ähnlicher Bauart arbeitet dieser Motor auch in meinem 2016er Golf 7. Bin damit ganz zufrieden und ich denke, dass er auch wesentlich zuverlässiger ist im Vergleich zu seinen Vorgängern. Nur mit der Bedienung des Multimediasystems im Golf 8 werde ich nicht warm, das wird auch immer wieder in der Fachpresse kritisiert (z. B. Autobild oder Auto Motor und Sport).

[@vnx4198]

Ist halt intuitiv und soll junge Fahrer ansprechen, bei mir hat’s auch direkt gefruchtet, ich mag nämlich auch keine haptischen Knöpfe

[@JanM2]

Ist wohl einfach einfach Gewöhnungssache

[@phil86790]

John Bohlke Na intuitiv ist’s lt. Fachpresse gerade nicht, oder?

[@meikelkneit4345]

Beim ID.3 lass ich das ja noch durchgehen, aber ein Golf war immer intuitiv zu bedienen. Reinsetzen, losfahren und fertig! Habe hier aber keinen Bock, in irgendwelchen Menüs und Untermenüs die einfachsten Sachen einstellen zu müssen. Das MUSS einfacher gehen. Ging doch vorher auch.

[@strikersr8396]

@@meikelkneit4345 Bei so Sachen wie die Klima oder generell die Einstellung für Wärme und Klima in einem Untermenü zu verstecken fande ich nicht so nice.

[@fields1]

They should definitely fit the VAQ differential to the GTE model, and it is also disappointing it has the old 6-speed DSG vs. the newer 7-speed unit. I was also really hoping we would see VW release a 8, 9 or 10 speed DSG, but it seems their investments are completely focused on the EV revolution instead of any new engines or transmissions.

[@hegartyj1]

I love that there is some engine noise, rather than total silence. Total silence in a car just seems wrong to me.

[@KK001]

Electric cars are so responsive and fast that you get over it pretty quickly.

[@danieljohananderssonortega3280]

@@KK001 no fam, the engine must do some noise

[@KK001]

@@danieljohananderssonortega3280 i mean u still get some noise from the electric motors whitch i quite like.

[@danieljohananderssonortega3280]

@@KK001 The e-motors are so silent that they've been ordered to make noise

[@ManolVojka]

Find and review one GTD model please

[@mick2181]

Golf always the best !

[@3rexcit]

Optisch fand ich den 7.5er schöner, aber der Antrieb ist toll.

[@heeyno93]

So instead of pops and bangs we now have DSG tire squeaking? Nice.

[@hiiiofficial8306]

You won’t get pops and bangs from GTE it’s a 1.4 TSi

[@jeroenvandend]

@@hiiiofficial8306 you can get pops and bangs from a 125cc lawnmower :D pops and bangs are in itself nothing to be proud of :D

[@randomdriver]

I really do not like the fake engine sound, especially in hybrid

[@explosivx43]

you better learn to like it, because in a future of electric cars, the last thing i want is silent "engines". i hope they begin using fake speakers outside with the sound of combustion engines, so that electrics can be at least somewhat fun

[@CM.243]

I've got a Golf 7.5 R and hate the fake sound. Bought an OBD11 and coded it down from 100% to 15%

[@jimbeam4736]

@@explosivx43 electric cars are never going to be mainstream

[@speedsociety9177]

@@jimbeam4736 haha, you will eat your words in a couple of years

[@Chris-hw4mq]

I would disable the speakers not to hear that shit

[@Vivafalastin]

When will you guys upload a video to the new Golf 8 GTI Clubsport? My dealership told me that you can start order in the middle of September. Keep up the good work 💯

[@Automann-TV]

There will be no Clubsport or TCR of the Golf 8 be available. Your dealer must be talking about the „regular“ Golf 8 GTI

[@gianlucatuzi1498]

Their making a gti tcr but the clubsport is discontinued that was only a once off the tcr model is basically the replacement name for performance pack

[@billx4266]

@@Automann-TV There will be a 8 tcr its already been tested on the ring, search for it

[@gilleswenner583]

@@billx4266 nope, no more tcr's because VW doesn't participate in the TCR series, the new one will have 300hp, and it's called, golf gti cup

[@johngibsonmusic]

Ordered a GTI Clubsport yesterday. A review would be awesome!

[@sonk-qn6tr]

I want to know if there is a possibility for a head to head between the golf 8 GTI VS golf 8 GTE

[@Shithappenswhenu]

same power but gte 175kg heavier + no front diff. so probably no gonna win that race or sprint.

[@andreasacco7760]

@@Shithappenswhenu ok, but gte has 400 nm and gte has elettric motors and so she drifts more

[@timato6971]

Pls drive the Lexus LS 500h or the non Hybrid Version with the V6 Turbo

[@josepelaez3491]

Aviso a navegantes. VW Golf 8 GTE comprado en febrero de 2023 ya lleva un mes en el taller con problemas de ruidos en la caja de cambios. Si estáis interesados el algún modelo como este pensarlo muy bien antes de adquirirlo os evitaréis muchos problemas.

[@gianlucatuzi1498]

When is the golf 8 gtd review

[@nunosousa1121]

Top

[@BS38446]

Das erste im Video ist doch Nähe scheppau bzw. in der Nähe zur Autobahn nach Wolfsburg

[@DerBurner1709]

Wird der Wagen also vom Elektro und Verbrennungsmotor gleichzeitig angetrieben?

[@neicou2612]

Ja, beide oder bloß elektro

[@chxyz1048]

Prius Killer

[@jirka43cznovak]

When there Will be škoda Superb Sportline Facelift 2.0 TSI drive & sound?

[@Automann-TV]

Well check out with Skoda soon....likely new Octavia RS first😜

[@jirka43cznovak]

@@Automann-TV OH new Octavia RS 4 generation 2.0 TSI😃😃😃

[@garyatkinson5699]

Why are the headlights flashing ?

[@kkbydgoszcz9676]

How activated boost mode?

[@clark5583]

Ist der Uranograu?

[@Gochsener]

so does it only boost for a few seconds hence why you let go of the throttle every few seconds? was really confused :D

[@Automann-TV]

Yeah...seems like it. I don‘t know how long the BOOST is...maybe I could have done it with one extra punch;)

[@hamzahenni1745]

The name of the song plz

[@Chimo88]

Which color is this? Uranogrey?

[@Automann-TV]

Dolphingrey metallic

[@erichkrestan6337]

37WC+FV Maria Enzersdorf

[@halilakyurek382]

What is the price

[@oa4155]

What color is this?

[@blauebanane1322]

Hört man im E-Mode den soundgenerator oder kommt das Geräusch vom Elektromotor?

[@Automann-TV]

Kombination von E-Motor Geräusch und Soundgenerator

[@streetshortstories]

Ich hoffe der Soundgenerator kann deaktiviert werden? Wenn schon E-Mode dann auch bitte „Silent“ 🙃

[@blauebanane1322]

@@Automann-TV Ok Danke

[@blauebanane1322]

@@streetshortstories Und ich hoffe, dass man den Sound vom Taycan Abspielen lassen kann.

[@streetshortstories]

Blaue Banane Vielleicht bietet VW Bald ein „Soundgenerator Set“ an 😂 Wahlweise zwischen 5 Motorsound wählen 🚗🏎🚚🚜🚎

[@Ziolowo]

Which engine they put in it? Doesnt sound Like 2.0 tsi

[@Automann-TV]

1.4 TSI

[@Ziolowo]

@@Automann-TV so they used the old engine

[@jang.1571]

Ziolowo no its the new 1.5 TSI but modified, so the Displacement is a little bit smaller

[@chiefinspectorkido2999]

Jan G. It‘s the old 1.4 TSI , see on Wikipedia

[@fabian_99]

rip dual exhausts from mk7

[@nes1598]

1:54 is e-engine working with dsg? i mean e-engine has a 6 different gear ratio?

[@TorpedoStudios]

Yes it is i figured it out

[@mk2024b]

Are you going to do a GTD?

[@andylie7699]

do they make a golf 8 TDI? I thought they only went for petrol power with the new Golf

[@mk2024b]

Andy Lie no, there’s a new GTD with 200bhp. Check it on yt

[@Automann-TV]

Yes, hopefully soon!

[@andylie7699]

@@mk2024b oh, awesome

[@Snow2830_]

new second hand gte's cost 26k and gti's 36k 10 k diff in Belgium

[@fguffens]

The rear bumper with fake exhausts is real pitty but the nose is nice

[@mohamed.L.Meddour]

why the sound when start ?

[@altoncool8079]

Which country it is a half price this car?

[@Automann-TV]

Those countries that have subsidies for e-cars...in many cases it will put your leasingrate in half. E.g Germany

[@wengme]

How much?

[@angeblasen7164]

Hey, ich stehe aktuell zwischen Golf 8 und Passat. Was genau ist denn das attraktivere Fahrzeug aus deiner Sicht? GTE beide versteht sich. Fahrprofil mässig läuft es eher auf ein entspanntes cruisen aus. Keine bis wenig sportliche Fahrweise (eventuell einmal im Monat um den Staudamm)

[@Automann-TV]

Puh...das musst du wissen ob du den Platz vom Passat dringend brauchst. Wenn nicht ist der Golf 8 das modernere Fahrzeug, agiler und sparsamer👍

[@MaCe19]

Why they still use the old oil eater 1.4? They’ve got a better and newer 1.5

[@D4rthDuck]

Its Not the normal 1.4 Tsi

[@alphan2262]

@@D4rthDuckwhat is it then?

[@carinafarnschlader3798]

I liked the video, but don't like the outside of the golf.

[@matteogrison4028]

“In some areas this costs half a GTI!”….in Italy it costs even more than a GTI… (43k GTE vs 39k GTI) 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@MrBenjiiii]

43K? Cute!

[@jaymaster103]

The on and off gas boost feature makes no sense. If boost is available all the time while doing this then VW must just let it be available

[@Automann-TV]

I guess it’s a feature hat reduces the battery consumption and usually most of the people are not doing 0-250 times do likely will not experience this as hard....I think it’s funny that you have the power all of the time if you know this „hack“;)

[@hannfinke4859]

What is the name of this color?

[@Automann-TV]

Dolphin grey

[@markobencina89]

is this dolphin grey colour?

[@astl3227]

Yes

[@pvradise9648]

Which Color is the car? Urano grey?

[@EnuffakaPete]

I guess its dolphin grey. Urano grey doesnt look that metallic

[@fulgorenext]

Wich brand or model are your gloves!?

[@allsop7767]

Auch wenn der Golf der „Klassenprimus“ ist oder sein soll bin ich froh den BMW F21 zu haben. Heckantrieb und 3-türig mit Rahmenlosen Scheiben in Verbindung mit der 8 Gang ZF Automatik sind mir wichtiger als 3cm mehr Platz im Kofferraum oder im Fond-Bereich. Ich hoffe das mein Auto bis mindestens 2035 hält, denn sowas geiles bekomme ich nie wieder!

[@mastert43]

Welches grau ist das eigentlich?

[@astl3227]

Delfingrau

[@Fitz-Zou]

Is there fake engine nose in ?

[@TorpedoStudios]

The sound you are hearing is the Electric engine being shifted by the dsg

[@patteyh]

The fake noise was really noticable in the last generation. This one sounds identical if not louder

[@Business_trade.]

2:35 Why is it doing this?

[@TorpedoStudios]

He is boosting the car if you go off gass and on it again the electric motor will boost

[@Business_trade.]

@@TorpedoStudios i got it.Thanks😊

[@giordanidaniele]

How many more weight has this golf gte more than a gti?? If anyone know this date please answer. Tanks to all

[@chiefinspectorkido2999]

GTE weights 1624 Kilos GTI 1463 Kilos

[@giordanidaniele]

@@chiefinspectorkido2999 thanks a lot

[@chiefinspectorkido2999]

Daniele Giordani No problem , just look similar things up at Wikipedia 😉

[@damiendubocage6312]

Sound ?? oO

[@olske1981]

Wie heißt die Farbe?

[@jimbeam4736]

Buchhalter Grau

[@themodernnavigator4506]

Great car smells a lot CO2 coming out from the exhaust! Alemanha no seu melhor!

[@rogersmith7525]

Its a hybrid hardly pollutes.

[@osen110]

The gloves 😅😅😅 omg

[@dralban01]

TrackID?

[@aaaa6666_._]

1:57 fake engine sound?

[@TorpedoStudios]

No its the sound from the dsg gearbox

[@b.fabian2444]

Soll das Teil wirklich 48.000€ kosten? An VW - das ist nach wie vor ein Golf!!

[@dominikre131]

B. Fabian zieh mal Rabatte und Boni ab. Dann biste vllt noch bei 35k

[@teslafreak8419]

120 im leasing. was willst mehr ?

[@pohnjeter4137]

Du musst auch bedenken das du 245 ps bekommst wie in nem GTI , zu dem die Hybrid Technik und in der Basis liegst du ja auch weit von 45.000€ entfernt

[@gtiak274]

Kommt es mir nur so vor oder ist er verdammt hoch auf den Rädern?...

[@FreshMangoPictures]

Def gte hat das Standard golf 8 Fahrwerk, nur der gtd und gti sind 15mm tiefer

[@gabrielkb6245]

Tá uma moça dirigindo com essa luvinha. Kkkkkk

[@JoostAjax2604]

Golf 7 GTE >>> Golf 8 GTE

[@lenning9940]

Hast du auch Videos wo du nur Deutsch sprichst?

[@KwokHau]

you need michelin pilot sport 4 for this car

[@dorian.m9340]

Rofl VAG copy renault for the front bumper X)

[@user-hc6fh2td6d]

Fucking sound

[@AhmedAddas]

good car but boring design

[@SamAustin]

Drive and no sound 🤦‍♂️

[@Therealguy12345]

😂

[@viposek427]

Leider nur FWD 😖

[@unexplainedwearenotalone3537]

why so much spin this no good

[@Automann-TV]

400 Nm & FWD🤷‍♂️

[@PeterLuzifer]

Schönes Auto #volkswagen zuviel hartes Plastik im Innenraum, bitte nacharbeiten, siehe Golf 7.

[@neicou2612]

Innenraum ist genauso wie im Golf 6. Ist der Unterschied so krass?

[@TKSparten117]

Dafür gibt es ja einen Audi A3....

[@vnx4198]

Der Golf 7 ist mittlerweile so veraltet und bringt was das betrifft ein völlig altes und anderes Designkonzepte mit sich, die Türverkleidung im Golf 7 besteht zudem aus Hartplastik und die vordere Mittelkonsole etc. Fühlt sich einfach nur brüchig und kaputtbar an

[@neicou2612]

@@vnx4198 Ich hab das Gefühl das manche einfach nur mit Zwang den Golf 8 schlechtreden wollen.

[@vnx4198]

Neicou ja oder selber noch den Vorgänger fahren und ihn dann verteidigen wollen 😂

[@bracioladicavallo]

Never seen such ugly alloy wheels.

[@atorcisi]

Drive and soundhahahahahahahah

[@dazza9859]

Rubbish the gte won't be half the price of a gti.It will be almost as expensive.

[@SaitaChainCoin]

Totally not impressed with this VW Golf 8 !

[@mrmarvin7589]

gefällt mir gar nicht

[@jmtm82]

Whoever ‘okayed’ the front look should get fired.