Is The GTi Still The "BEST" Hot Hatch? *Mk7 VW Golf GTi Review*

[@andym1908]

I have a MK7.5 GTI PP Manual. Had it 3.5 yrs . And love it .

[@danielunverzagt6072]

I have a 2018 7.5 PP manual dark blue with plaid interior. I've had it a year now and I have loved every minute of it.

[@andym1908]

Apparently slower than a week in prison. Still got my GTI . And still love it .😅

[@fer.gti1510]

I have the same car now for 3 years and i still love it. He is from 2015 100.000 km and no problems with the car. Greetings from 🇧🇪

[@accelerateyoutube]

They are fantastic cars, we were pleasantly surprised. Glad you're enjoying the car, it's good to see they are a good car to own long term 👌 Thank you for watching! - Drew

[@mapritchanel7454]

Hi may i know have you change your mecha oil? Cz i heard after you change mecha oil there have problem.. sorry for my english

[@bigkaswrx8115]

The GTI is like a swiss army knife, it does a lot of jobs "pretty well". Practical, economical, sporty, reliable etc...I think its a better buy than a golf r and its also my number 1 choice if I ever decide to rob a bank 🤣🤷‍♂️

[@TIM612826]

I got both, golf r in the wet on a bank job would be better! I prefer my gti but that's because it's tuned and my r is stock!

[@accelerateyoutube]

"Swiss army knife" is a very good way to describe these cars! Thank you for watching! - Drew

[@MrTonig12]

Got a 2017 Mk7 Clubsport this year. I've own an M3 and other BMWs ...the Clubsport is my best car yet... Love it!

[@accelerateyoutube]

I bet the Clubsport is a fantastic car to drive! Wow, that is a big claim, but I imagine the Clubsport is very engaging! Thank you for watching! - Drew

[@JacesOwnWorld]

Interesting. I have a MK7 GTI S 6spd and an E46 M3 coupe 6spd. I know the Clubsport is miles better than my S model GTI, but my GTI is modded. In its current form, it’s faster than a stock Clubsport and will handle just as great as it too. Even with my GTI being modded, I have much funner times in my E46 M3. It’s also modded too, but even in stock form, it has always been much more enjoyable to drive. Mostly this for me comes from it being RWD, and the GTI being FWD. FWD just sucks a lot of fun out of the car. 🤷‍♂️

[@SilverShamrock71]

I have a standard (non-PP) 3 door, manual 7.5 facelift, in white silver metallic, I've replaced the wheels with OEM dark graphite metallic 18" Pretorias, added an OEM TCR spoiler lip and an Alcantara ClubSport steering wheel and it really is the perfect daily driver. After 4 years, I still look over my shoulder in the supermarket car park to admire it's aesthetics

[@accelerateyoutube]

@@SilverShamrock71 very nice choices! I do love an alcantara steering wheel! That's when you know you've bought the right car 👌lol Thank you for watching! - Drew

[@SilverShamrock71]

@@accelerateyoutube thanks Drew

[@artics962]

I’ve had a manual stage 1 gti for 3 years and it’s great it let you have fun while keeping planted and it’s never missed a beat👍

[@ExtremeCritick]

Love my GTI was a dream car when I was in school makes it feel even better

[@isuckatgaming76]

Had my 7.5 Dsg for nearly 18 months, my only downside....I couldn't afford to buy one sooner! If I want to chill, no problem. If I want to use less fuel on a long journey, eco mode. If I want to drive like a lunatic, no problem. if I want a mix of both, ok then. I can drive it however I want and the car wraps you up in those seats and lets you do it. You get out when you have reached the end of the journey with a smile on your face. In fact I want to go on a drive now just for the hell of it!

[@jordanskorlinski2213]

I have a '16 GTI manual, and absolutely love it. It's my affordable dream car. Insurance is about $540 per year, so definitely affordable. Love the video!

[@TwistedTattoo.WarShorts]

Brilliant video as always both👌 I do like a Golf Gti awesome hot hatch, Fantastic Review and editing 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@accelerateyoutube]

Thank you dude! 🙏 We always say we aren't the biggest fans of the VAG platform...but this was awesome lol - Drew

[@TwistedTattoo.WarShorts]

@@accelerateyoutube 👍

[@maddernfamilyadventures]

I absolutely love them. Always out of my price range growing up . If I was staying in UK I defo get one. Love the dsg box . I must be getting old hate a manual these days lol

[@accelerateyoutube]

😂 as soon as I jumped in, I said "god I miss driving an auto" We are getting old dude lol - Drew

[@davidfroehlich4598]

I have a manual 2017 Mk7 GTI since new. No power mods, but the clutch has been upgraded with a Southbend Stage 1 and SMF and is perfect for daily driving. This is the 7th VAG product I've owned and is easily the best. This car does it all, from Costco runs, 38 mpg on the highway, daily commutes, and fun weekend canyon carver.

[@paulharvey1653]

Was going to say i see that nsr flat coming around the corner . Great review . Im in this situation where ive managed to convince the wife its the perfect car 👌🏼 just need to find the right one now . Keep up the good work lads

[@dragon-rc4149]

Great video guys, love my golfs ( got a few ) I’m sure I seen this golf driving around Ebbw vale

[@accelerateyoutube]

Nice! What Golf's do you have? (Dare I ask lol) - Drew

[@dragon-rc4149]

@@accelerateyoutube Hi Drew, I got a mk5 Golf R32 with some bits done to it , mk7 golf gtd with some mods mk2 golf gti, Lupo gti projects and up gti with some mods 👍🏻

[@davidbugarin]

I have a Mk7.5 (2019) Rabbit edition (has the OEM performance features of the PP, I believe) in a Manual (THE way to go), I’m the original owner and I absolutely love it! The fact that I went with Manual over the very very good DSG means every time I get behind the wheel it’s an engaging experience, and I’ve not gotten bored of driving it like I’ve heard some DSG owners say long term. I’ve added a turbo inlet pipe, intake tube, and modded the airbox, proper Michelin pilot sport 4s tires, and just did an EQT stage 1 93 octane tune about 2 weeks ago. It’s prob sitting at about 320 whp as well, and it’s a beast of a little hot hatch. 5+ years later, it still puts a massive smile on my face when I drive it around. I’ll be uploading a video about it soon! 🚙

[@ash_reviews]

DSG is better in every way. Suits the car much better

[@davidbugarin]

@@ash_reviewsI’ll meet you halfway and say that I would consider the DSG, but in the R. I’m curious to know though, other than being slightly quicker (I recognize the DSG trans is fantastic btw), what specifically makes the DSG better than the manual in your opinion?

[@Ztxk94]

Please do a vid david i’d love to see ur mk7.5 pp w a 6 speed!! Gorgeous looking car

[@davidbugarin]

@@Ztxk94 will do! Been driving around over the past few weeks after the stage 1 install, and I’m working on gathering thoughts and initial impressions so, Stay “tuned”. Get it? Lol

[@Ztxk94]

@@davidbugarin Haha class mate, can’t wait to see and hear it!

[@escos0410]

Iv got mk8 gti CS It’s ridiculous 450 stage 2 with a TCU tune puts a proper smile on your face 😊

[@LisaRob71]

Thanks again for another great video! I believe you’ve been converted into proper VAG fans = result 😃

[@accelerateyoutube]

Thank you so much for the support! 🙏 I hate to say it, but you're right! We have been converted 😂 - Drew

[@dec392]

This video has just made my mind on getting one of these, I am buzzing for it now. Going from a peugeot 208 Gti at 210bhp to a golf gti, even tho the golf comes in stock at 230bhp I will plan on mapping it like you guys said, 300bhp is so easily achievable in these where as if you “stage 1” tuned my Peugeot you would only gain 15-20hp, so excited now man.

[@accelerateyoutube]

@dec392 very good choice sir! As we said, we were not the biggest VAG fans but THIS was entertaining! What did you think of the 208 GTi? Don't seem to hear much about them. Thank you for watching & commenting! - Drew

[@dec392]

@@accelerateyoutube Pick my mk7.5 gti performance pack up on Thursday! As for the 208 gti, I have had it for 3 years, never ever let me down, only the usual wear and tear that goes on every car, it’s quick enough, the only downside and the reason I am switching to a VAG is trying to get more power out them. The 208s don’t make much different when mapped only making 10-15hp but yes mate very good cars and I’d recommend anyone to get themselves one if they were thinking of them 👍🏻

[@alaindunkerque59]

Belle vidéo 👌 😉. Super. La Golf GTI 👍👍👍. Mais j'aime bien mon TT 👍 MK2. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 🇫🇷 👍

[@kennythomson4934]

A stumble along your channel. Great video lads. I have a 2016 gti that has been tastefully upgraded and it’s a cracking piece of kit. I also own a mk 7.5 golf R 3 dr. Both superb cars.

[@BleezyD]

the back tire was flat lol you can see around the 9:59 mark

[@ap6584]

I have a 7.5 with similar mods/power, can't think of much else I'd rather have

[@benblm82]

Great vid guys!

[@accelerateyoutube]

Thank you dude! 🙏 - Drew

[@jamiewalters5480]

Great vids bois 👌

[@accelerateyoutube]

Thank you dude! 🙏 - Drew

[@JasonWood-s6c]

I own a 2016 which I purchased new and I love it !

[@michaeldoherty1287]

Had one for 2 years now..bad boys' a beautiful all rounder.

[@Theferrariguy]

I got the mk7.5 gti 3 door manual non PP though. Depsite the FOMO for lsd and golf r brakes i absolute adore the thing just had it a year. I have a few videos on my channel on it too

[@samanthalagana958]

I love my GTI! I own a MK7.5 (2021) autobahn trim.

[@markhill2173]

I went for the performance but even more practicality in the Octavia vRS 245 Estate. Which you will no doubt know is a GTi Performance but in a Skoda frock. Shed loads of space and only a tiny bit less performance than the Golf. Has the VAQ Diff so handles really well for such a big car. I absolutely love it.

[@McgillsDetailing]

If you’ve not tried a Cupra 290 yet, definitely recommend a try! I settled for a 290 after looking for the ultimate hot hatch. Very biased opinion but any is38 mqb platform is pretty solid tbh

[@allaboutenduro5646]

Great video lads 👌 got a nice s3 8v for you to review if you like

[@accelerateyoutube]

Thank you mate! 🙏 Ooo nice, we want to experience as many VAG cars as possible, so we are up for it! Drop us a message on Instagram woth some details 👌 @official_accelerate Thank-you for watching! - Drew

[@allaboutenduro5646]

@@accelerateyoutube not on Instagram mate any other way of contacting yourselves

[@yodo5701]

Great vid

[@accelerateyoutube]

Thank you 🙏 - Drew

[@JacesOwnWorld]

Great video, sweet GTI, nice power! I have a question: If I am not planning to run MPI on my MK7 GTI, but I want to run ethanol, what fueling upgrades do I need to perform? I’ve heard that the HPFP needs to be upgraded but the LPFP doesn’t. Is this correct?

[@kevdavies3445]

try a tcr guys

[@accelerateyoutube]

If you know anyone with one, send them our way! - Drew

[@Jacob-wq5il]

I have mk7.5 gti 2018 absolutely fun daily fast little beast

[@tdmtam]

I bought a Gold 7 GTI PP in my 50th and I freaking love it. Why did I wait so long. My only criticisms MPG can be disappointing when using if for day to day driving also the 19’ wheel look flipping ace but on the potholes Scottish roads tyres and wheels get knocked up bad no matter how much you try to avoid them, 4 tyre s damaged in 2 years. On about tyres, don’t put cheap 💩 tyres on you’ll end up in a ditch. Rainsport 5’s are good for the money Goodyear or Michelin if you can afford them.

[@nj6484]

I saw the laptimer at 3.2 sec and i have a question... Is that the time it will take for the wheels to stop spinning at the line? *laughs in Golf R*

[@accelerateyoutube]

😂😂

[@aceace5457]

what a car but i think that my golf r estate version 7.5 in stock form can beat that lol .

[@KXXULADavidOC]

Great Video, sure looked like fun, considering getting one of these for me next (and 2nd car)

[@scadz7359]

Are you boys near Abergavenny..?

[@accelerateyoutube]

I live in Abertillery. Thanks Ken

[@WilliamButtel]

what wheels and size is that bro

[@gavmorris3191]

Grate video. If you was to rate a car be how much fun you looked like you was having and laughing it must be a good car 🤣

[@accelerateyoutube]

Yes! As you could tell, it really surprised 😂 - Drew

[@landroverSV]

Yes the GTI is still the awesome hot hatch as long as it has a 2.8 24V VR6 engine 😀

[@accelerateyoutube]

The VR6 is a pretty special engine! - Drew

[@deanpedley]

Always love the mk7/7.5 golf gti and prefer the looks over the R I’m thinking of selling my f30 335d for a golf gti even though my 35d is running 400 bhp and 790 nm torque so obviously I’m going to miss the torque of the diesel but fancied a golf for awhile

[@Slipperystick73]

Got the clubsport mk7… best GTI to date.

[@accelerateyoutube]

I bet the Clubsport is fantastic to drive! - Drew

[@rafaminus5366]

I had the mk2 16v and have a manual mk7 with it's original seats.Sure are best cars but Gti is a philosophy. Only understand that conexion who has one of these

[@accelerateyoutube]

The Mk2 is my all time favourite Golf 😍 Very good taste in cars! Thank you for watching! - Drew

[@afzalahmed3616]

Stage 1 on stock clutch?

[@evolvingguy2766]

It’s a dsg you only need to swap clutches in the manuals

[@ekr6]

Yes. Because I have a 2021 CFB MT

[@turbosandtalks]

Not a GTI fan either, coz they are front wheel drive, but I have to admit they are excellent all-rounders.

[@accelerateyoutube]

The FWD aspect did make it very fun! Thank you for the support as always! 🙏 - Drew

[@simongb7897]

I've got a Mk7.5 performance great car but it's not a true hot hatch, or at least what a hot hatch should be, it's not lively enough, not twitchy or kart like enough, it's more like a high speed train, luxurious, fast.

[@DarrylWantaate]

Gower power 😄

[@Hawkdriver511]

Mk7 best all around GTI

[@PureLeeful]

Not the original hothatch. I'd go for Leon Cupra over a Golf if you want a hot hatch from the VAG group, more fun at a better price. Golf's are popular for practicality, get a Type R instead, practical and more dynamic.

[@shaunmaxwell2745]

The mk7.5 is the best GTI they have made in my opinion. I have a mk7 but the facelift just looks THAT much better. But not my favorite cars

[@DjNikGnashers]

Define 'best' ? Oldest design, slowest, cheapest ? Yeah the Golf is up there.

[@TIM612826]

It has to manual tho 💯

[@chasecorbin9339]

Automatic… gross. Dope video though😂💪🏻

[@accelerateyoutube]

@chasecorbin9339 😂 I would normally agree with you, but as a daily driver I do love an auto...maybe I'm just getting old...👀 Thank you for the kind words! - Drew

[@deanmcdonnell7477]

Than the R came and took over 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@KieranDuffy-c8n]

Golf R’s been about for 20 years lad

[@van_der_lindeDA]

These remind me of tampons