HEAD 2 HEAD : 2014 GOLF VARIANT REVIEW - PART 2

[@erickabuthia3213]

I happen to have owned both cars for 3 years at the same time. And, I can tell you that the axela is a work horse. Anytime I wanted to travel out of town without worry, I'd pick it. It's not fuel economical, but Im guessing it's because of the cvt gearbox. The golf is very enjoyable to drive and very economical. I'd put the same amount in both cars, but the golf would always out perform the mazda. Golf, no body roll, axela a bit of body roll. The golf is very sensitive with sensors everywhere that would make you worried, the axela will run well until the next time you visit the garage. Unfortunately the geabox died on the axela but I spent quite an amount having it replaced. Quite an amount for a jdm I thought. Honestly with technology advancement in the jdm cars, the price on maintenance for both cars ended up being almost similar. But, if I was to pick one, I'd pick mazda becuase of it's reliabilty and the peace of mind it brings.

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

Awesome ownership experience, pinning this to the top thanks

[@seanlovi8798]

Amazing

[@abdirizakoma2469]

Wow😎

[@kithingajose]

What was the issue with the gearbox?

[@erickabuthia3213]

@@kithingajose it started with the reverse gear not working, then the drive. When we checked the oil, it had fine grains of steel. The mech said, 'chuma zilikuwa zinakulana'.

[@bandagalu]

Superb work as usual “with a CK”. Never owned a Mazda, but currently have a Golf MK6 1.4 TSI as my daily drive. Economical bila kifani. The DSG is out of this world, even compared to my other ride (the make is associated with flatbed by those who mock us). Service parts are more costly than Japanese but the service interval is longer, so not too bad if you calculate your cost per km. Done 28,000km on it and so far so good.

[@johnkinuthia4691]

I have been driving a Golf Variant Mk6 since 2016 and I got one with a turbo and supercharger and 7 speed DSG. Sema beast mode. Great car on the highway, consumption is good and the handling is amazing. You can drive for 500KM without feeling all tired. The golden rule, take care of the car. Get good parts and maintain it well. I would buy VW of this type anytime, Japan sirudi :)

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

Superb insight brother we appreciate it hata Sisi Japan hatuendi 😂😂😂

[@collinsodembo5772]

@@CARNVERSATIONS Erick I feel like you are biased on your review . It's like you already have a liking for a certain car.

[@jgg001]

Where do you normally service your unit?

[@moseswachira1956]

This camera man of urs baana...when we talkng about space kwa spare wheel,we want to see that!!!! When we talk about the power output points at the back, we want to see what we r hearing baana.....ni hayo tu kwa sasa

[@collinskonia6469]

When Erick said sitaanza na mbele nitaanza na nyuma damn that hit me hard

[@elvisnjoroge_]

I love VW so much to the extent ukisema any downside naskia nikama unaongea chinese, siskii kitu...have had my golf for 6yrs now. Just normal service and tire change after a few years

[@fssmedia]

I need one,,for the first time... Any encouragement,, comparing to filder

[@Juma.O]

@@fssmedia Hey, you cant compare Golf variant with fielder bwana. Respect German machine

[@phillipmusili5880]

Which golf spec do you have, getting interested now.

[@edmundkombe5173]

Talk about the DSG my guy. Its fast, responsive and good to drive. You fell it shift like a manual, awesome piece of engineering. For lack of better words, the tech is years ahead of most everyday kenyan driver. A detailed carnversation on DSG will demistify and educate a lot of us out here on how to enjoy such wonderful engineering

[@Mkmotorsltd254]

Y'all people should drive this Golf variant TSI 1400cc. Top speed 260kmphr . You'll definitely buy one after test driving it. On my trip from mombasa to Nairobi no car overtook me. This MOTI is a beast.

[@edmundkombe5173]

these german machines are good, the superior engineering is its downside, if one is keen with who touches it and what one fits in it life is good on the german side

[@Mkmotorsltd254]

@@edmundkombe5173 Absolutely true. Not everyone can handle this car. Again, its spine is good quality engine oil ,coolant , and original spark plugs. Not forgetting that its always good to be cautious while driving. Safety must come first.

[@kimanthisammy6255]

Sure, I own Vw golf Variant R-Line. The only cars you can compete with on the road are Benzs and....maybe Subaru(not any Subaru though)

[@edmundkombe5173]

@@kimanthisammy6255 it's the technicas that are performance cars. Subaru Technica Internacional STI. The rest are just hype

[@all_united-11]

Awesome content bro. I feel it would have been ideal to compare the Axela with other Hatchbacks like the Auris and Golf (not the variant). The variant would make would make an ideal head to head with the Toy Fielder.

[@jamesmuriuki3785]

I have this variant and it has been running great for the past 6 months! I would highly recommend to those who are looking for a good driving experience, great fuel consumption, comfortability and practicality. As regards reliability, I think it just needs good care in terms of service and you won't regret it.

[@nehemiahlimocheburet1411]

which one wins? the variant or Golf(not variant)

[@benjaminkihika6894]

Can we have a session comparing the subaru impreza and the axela....... Please

[@mariomurithi3730]

Kindly compare Axela to Subaru Impreza, Auris, Golf non variant..

[@JohnMwangi-sq1kf]

Hello,mlisema Subaru exiga na Mazda biante mtaleta when?

[@aswanation]

Excellent review. I don’t know how I skipped this episode. Alluring as usual. Sure, bro. We could do a deep dive on the DSG transmission.

[@florencenyaga8436]

Hii golf ni 1200cc comfortline (the lowest spec vw golf there is). You can tell by the all silver TSI badge and the silver finish on the center console. But it does compare to the Axela you have there which is also the lowest spec of the Axela.

[@joseckwekesa6998]

Interesting comparison, perhaps Golf Variant would do with Mazda Atenza estate/wagon? great review, going into the details.......a kind request, if you ever get a hold of Honda Accord 2.0T , kindly do a head to head with the Subie Legacy DIT, the 2.0T is a sleeper, though not common in Kenya

[@edwinmac]

I second this. He should do a review on the legacy DIT

[@eyeshezzy]

VW ni Yule dem anakaa msawa from afar but ukimpata unagundua hizo looks zinahitaji wallet nono kumaintain

[@JosephNzau-kajoe]

I own a car with DSG and I must say, the gear box reliability issue is caused by poor maintenance by the owners...only for them to come to complain that the gearbox are unreliable...also with the 2013/14 audi/vw they have resolved a lot of the issues coming from the mechatronics faults....

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

Good insights, we shall bring an expert to discuss this

[@tumbojackson180]

If you buy VW/Audi just re-build the mechatronics to avoid failures. Gives you 5 yrs guarantee

[@Balozi254_ke]

What's mechatronics?

[@benedictopar8126]

European machines deserve mechanics who know why they went to school. Dont try it with those road side "know it all mechanics". Yes, over 1600cc is the way to go. This car will serve you. I love it and my love aint droppin; soon

[@richardgaks5486]

The content is fire...lakini videographer aliamua tukue na point of view ya mende....watch Carwow to get tips on how to film cars...you guys have the best channel in Kenya....very informative.

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

Thanks for the tip

[@charleskamara1633]

My sentiments as well. Quite an insightful channel but their videography does shadow the quality of content.

[@richardgaks5486]

@@CARNVERSATIONS karibu sana.....enyewe you guys listen to your fans....the new videos are very nice.....kwanza hio ya moms was very good....major improvement....this channel is 🔥

[@michi.m]

Tunajua hupendi nissan, but kindly review the Nissan Skyline. This is one nissan car that is out of this world- performance n comfort!

[@mcalbertnairobi6089]

your all time fan. Thanks again for a good command in lingua + mature humour + car enthusiasts jargon. Am going for Axela as my first car thanks to God and, you.

[@SamGatheru]

Great! been waiting for this part of the series.

[@brown1394]

Cars in the Kenyan market usually pick a struggle. Either engine or gearbox, rarely both. But mgerman nazi akasema, I want problems. Akasema zote lazima zikue kichwa ngumu

[@jameswambua9863]

Review Toyota Avensis

[@Felix_were]

Wokabi one year down the line, I'm still waiting for the talking head ya DSG gear box

[@peterwainaina3634]

I have variant MK5 the way that thing shifts gears with DSG .. you hardly hear the shifts. space is great. Fielder would lose against the golf variant with the way Toyota doesn't give anything a premium feel. I agree with the steering - it is super light on golf.

[@johnnm3207]

DSG imewai kusumbua?

[@ArnoldIndusasketches]

Do one for the VW Touran MPV...would be an interesting one

[@moyasamuel4707]

@CARNVERSATIONS PLEASE 🙂

[@LevieSolonka]

Nice! Wouldn't it be Ok to campare it to a Mazda Atenza which is an actual Estate with roughly simmilar spec?

[@leonted4290]

Fantastic review kama kawa... Alafu hiyo golf variant check engine light yake imekataa kupotea 😅

[@mullinder]

Turn the engine on the check engine and EPC will disappear

[@Ngugi69]

Am your biggest fan,,,can you please review nissan fuga,,,am interested in the car but am not sure if it is reliable

[@Afrikan254]

You are kind a bright guy Bana....unaongea kitu elewa-able

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

Asante Sana

[@kimmiekay.]

There is this car I'm seeing more often on the roads, Toyota urban cruiser.maybe you should do a preview

[@tubee7189]

Fanya ya harrier new model kindly

[@kmuinde]

I love European vehicles specifically Audis and BMW those controls are very intuitive once you get used to them

[@kuriakungu2109]

Still waiting review for Toyota Fielder especially the hybrid

[@daviderukudi351]

Me too

[@jonesgitonga514]

Hi, kindly compare Mitsubishi delica D2 vs Suzuki solio bandit vs Toyota spade. Thanks.

[@johnsongari]

Review fielder manual

[@michi.m]

True true

[@BilboBaggins04]

This is an unfair comparison in terms of practicality. The Axela is a hatchback while the Golf Variant is a station wagon. Of course wagons have bigger boot size and better leg space

[@infimusmotorsreview3693]

Hey Erick with a CK. Still waiting for an Audi review. 😅

[@claudebaiden6637]

I like your Channel and I wish you couldd explain your local language to us.

[@totokids254]

I never knew the variant was that attractive. Nway hapo kwa receipts ndio shida. Ni nyumba ya sunglasses.

[@newtonmutea]

Boss kwa wakenya iyo ni ya receipts

[@totokids254]

@@newtonmutea sawa mkuu

[@availavatar4236]

Good work Erick

[@frankndirangu4340]

😂European cars hukuwa na upuzi unaenda kuweka indicator ya left unapata umeweka wiper.....I experienced that from a European avensis 🤧😂

[@ptunga]

HAPO kwa controls hatukubaliani. wachana na sisi watu wa Germany machines 🤣🤣

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

ha ha ha nimewachana na nyinyi poleni

[@alindatimothy4281]

How much can. I get it in Kenya. Am from Uganda

[@Felix_were]

Thanks for the review ukipata time review toyota Alphard

[@rodneyagesa1851]

"So, just how reliable is Volkswagen? In 2016, Volkswagen ranked 22 out of 29 manufacturers according to the annual Consumer Reports reliability survey. In that same year, Reliability Index reported that Volkswagen came 9th in their annual report. Though this doesn’t sound impressive, it is better than two of its German counterparts, Audi and BMW. In Reliability Index’s 2019 survey, Volkswagen came 25th out of the 40 manufacturers being reviewed, with a score of 136." NOW YOU KNOW. There is a reason Europeans make such unreliable cars with nice plastics and comfortable seats there are so many car reviewers in Europe with very sharp tongues and the car manufacturers try to please all of them in the end the customers end up with very unreliable cars.

[@newtonhoidi6633]

A collaboration with Edu would be fantastic

[@brianmuli8627]

The axela is a hatchback while the atenza is a station wagon, which is a better comparison to the variant, especially in practicality.

[@Shakes23100]

I thought so too🤔

[@CharlieWMarc]

Exactly!

[@frankndirangu4340]

Erick with a C..K.. is there a TDI version of the Golf variant?

[@kevinkinyuru1696]

C with a K.. Erick.. he emphasized on that think amecatch by now 😂😂

[@florencenyaga8436]

Yes

[@frankndirangu4340]

@@kevinkinyuru1696 😂hapo nimemuangusha Sana...wacha niedit

[@tumbojackson180]

That Golf is 1.2 Turbo not 1.4. Has issues with misfire cz of small powerful engine. Best reliable Golf is 1.4 CAXA engine (Turbo not Supercharged) or 2ltr GTI. 1.4 ltr Turbo & Supercharged has engine issues; pistons failure. Nice review

[@victor.olweny]

Thought I was the only one who was questioning the correctness of the engine mentioned in the review. The seats and interior show this is the base version with 1.2 Turbo (3 Cylinders) not the 1.4 Turbo (4 Cylinders)

[@tumbojackson180]

@@victor.olweny it's 4 cylinders but 1.2 ltr turbocharged

[@davidkibe6766]

You hit it right,, 1.4 CAXA very reliable and takes anything ..3yrs down the line and all I do is minor service..In my opinion comparing the variant with a fielder is dire insult and lack of respect to brand VW 😂😂😂

[@keepitsmoke2459]

@@victor.olweny thise is the 1.4

[@anthonyngutho6505]

Exactly 1.2

[@sistersshenanigans]

As a VW fan, you cant compare VW with anything and it doesnt win!😁

[@hillarywechuli]

Axela all the way

[@jeffchurum1431]

For me its Vws all the way.

[@schmitlancaster2223]

the lesson continues

[@engineeringsolutions5699]

Uko na strategy mboss...2 vidios in one

[@Aeonia92]

Higher trim levels of the Golf MK7 have keyless entry

[@florencenyaga8436]

It depends on what the original buyer chose. Everything costs money, so some people don't see the need for keyless entry

[@randomentertainment6519]

10:10 Hutaanza na mbele utaanza na nyuma

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

😂😂😂😂 karibu

[@kgittsgitau5625]

Great insight,, VW valiant all the way,,

[@briannyoung5093]

Can you review mercedes benz c class

[@bensonmugambi6641]

TSI =Turbo Stratified Injection

[@gitaucharles2506]

Next should be the fielder

[@rayvonmwaura7701]

Above all the VW is the best

[@samwelmuguro8396]

Nauwache kuingilia probox..the most reliable car for hustlers 😜

[@edmundkombe5173]

Not just hustlers, probox is a properly built car and does what it was meant to do with so much ease. It's won the practical car of the year when it first came out of the factory

[@nickariwi6417]

I don't think mazda axela can be compared to probox. Mazda is more comfortable definitely

[@frankndirangu4340]

VW always.....but issue za izi German machines ni failure ya comp

[@Trending_talks48]

Review ya mk7

[@collinstoret6507]

More on vw 1.8 to 2cc polo(tsi ,gti) and leads#firstcarowner

[@kelvingraphics2220]

nikama hii outfit imekua default when unaongea about mazda

[@samuelmaina802]

Nilikuwa nimengoja part 2 joh.

[@randomtingschannel2195]

I hope fielder is the next one!

[@winslousekemoli6743]

On standby

[@kaumbuthujames2484]

It is now clear which is the ugali between the two.

[@civiceducationke.5243]

That's a rhombus not an oval bro

[@a-game.8896]

Faaftin hundred 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️

[@elvisongoya3738]

Waiting😂😂

[@Juma.O]

🤣🤣🤣🤣Umesema Golf Variant interior inafanya Axela ikae probox? Hapo hausema poa bwana😂😂😂😂

[@mwanginjoroge6721]

no need for reviewing fielder hizi ziko far much better....review trucks f1,frr, hino

[@hyperion7560]

i have to disagree the axela is better the golf is so understated its bland not classy maybe a different paint would change that but izo looks naiyo grey apana

[@samuelochola4625]

Why do you buy a car and abuse it?

[@MsAnonymous3262]

Variant is the most unreliable car I have ever owned. I can't recommend to anyone

[@BJackson.]

Im planning to buy one so enlighten me kindly

[@nehemiahlimocheburet1411]

@@BJackson. any enlightenment?

[@BJackson.]

@@nehemiahlimocheburet1411 none bro,, its like the person on the main comment doesnt have a clue as well.

[@nehemiahlimocheburet1411]

Ukipata unitag, I want to know something

[@allanmibei]

Wokabi likes Volvo and Golf hates German machines and axela

[@jasmineke484]

Where the rubber meets the road. Axela wins it.

[@davidkariuki8090]

Das Auto 💯💯💯

[@danielmbuya5471]

Eti class 😂... The VW looks like a Chinese copy of the Toyota Fielder

[@hyperion7560]

i'm glad si mimi pekee nimeona hivo

[@esmurgloballtd8737]

No offense

[@alindatimothy4281]

We prefer English.

[@subkinko2371]

Good work! What about Avensis and fielder review