Is the NEW 2022 VW GTI a BETTER hot hatch than a Honda Civic Type R?

The ALL NEW GTI is here and VW raised their hot hatch game. On the outside you will see the unmistakable lines of the GTI but with the updates from the Mk8. There is an all new front fascia, grill, LED lighting, and optional wheels. On the inside you will be greeted to a large infotainment screen, digital gauge cluster, and new seats. Under the hood is a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 that produces 241HP & is mated to a 7-speed DCT transmission. Is the NEW 2022 VW GTI a BETTER hot hatch than a Honda Civic Type R?
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[@Dagot1948]

It's two weeks since I bought my GTI Autobahn 6MT in red. No knob to adjust volume is a pain, but you DO get used to the finger swipe and not resting your hand below it, inadvertently changing the display, etc. The really serious issue in my opinion is how many operations it takes to change the temperature and fan speed, especially while driving. It requires taking your eyes off the road as you find the CLI button, open the screen, hit the plus or minus to raise or lower the temperature, use your finger to swipe fan speed up or down, and THEN remember to SYN so passenger and driver enjoy the same setting. Very, very bad and would have been so much easier and safer with knobs. The seats are very comfortable and supportive, and the whole cockpit is a great place to be. Driving dynamics are as satisfying and fun as I'd ever expect. Not as fast as an R, doesn't have AWD, but the price difference is considerable. Overall, I'm very glad I bought it. Beware of dealers who are "enhancing" sticker prices up to $4K.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that excellent feedback from your ownership! I can't wait to drive the manual version.

[@vroomgc]

Have you used the favourites feature and steering wheel controls for volume changing ?

[@Dagot1948]

@@vroomgc No, I haven't, but I will try it. Thanks for the advice!

[@Ace62595]

40k you can pick a STI or golf R right near the same age

[@Porygon_The_Polygon]

Agree with your comment about climate control being irritating. Worst part for me if the climate controls are locked while driving. So if it starts to fog up while driving, you can't turn on the defroster while driving. Must be at a stop to have the full climate control options available. Seems less safe to not be able to turn that on, especially after navigating to the menu.

[@thinkabout602]

Really enjoying how Joe rates similar type cars 👍

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man!

[@eddiezorro1]

The Best :)

[@Roxy-Roxy-z5m]

As a GTI 2021 autobahn driver for the last 6month … I’m in love 🥰

[@othmanebn9948]

I totally changed my view on the GTI because of this video. I would have preferred the full electric assist on passenger side, longer manual pads and some nobs instead of all touch screen. But overall looks like a fun car to drive !

[@mattgreen753]

Replacing physical buttons with touch buttons is a deal breaker. I say this as someone that had a 2011 GTI.

[@toddstevens8506]

Anyone who buys a car based on the infotainment system is not a real car person.

[@MYBUHAY]

Thanks for not complaining about the Infotainment. Sick of hearing it. I get it's not perfect but it does take time to get used to it.

[@miguelircontar]

Wish there were some physical climate buttons

[@RaitisRides]

I know right!

[@michaelperrone3276]

Get the s manual trim and u get w knobs

[@cornertocornerboxingshow5846]

Joe I started to watch your reviews last May when I was in the market for a 2021 Jetta R line and I bought it because of watching it. I have watched many of your other ones since and they are awesome! Especially your little tid bit comments of the food and drink storage!! Haha! Great stuff and I do really like my R line with the manual but going to look at the Gti today. I had a 83 Gti when they came to the USA and loved it!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so wonderful! Thank you for sharing that! Your support really means a lot!

[@paulitik7]

I just think if I’m paying $40k for a full featured GTI, I’d rather shell out the extra $3k for the AWD and extra HP in the Golf R.

[@RaitisRides]

I think though you have to take into consideration this is a top trim

[@Mano_421]

Yeah you can almost get a Audi S3 for that much

[@paulitik7]

@@Mano_421 true, but honestly I’d rather have the R than the S3 because of the manual. It’s also faster and has more driver features like Nurburgring and Drift mode. I’m sticking with manual as long as I can

[@rlsedition]

@@Mano_421 Another $5k will get that done.

[@alvinsimba734]

@@RaitisRides the truth is car manufacturers cannot please everyone lol...especially when it comes to infotainment system

[@travis3810]

Just got a 2020 GTI Autobahn 6MT a year ago. I love it!!

[@ajcap]

I’m on my 5th GTI.. my mk7 2015 built way back in 2014 has been PERFECT no issues

[@awanhassan]

I wish automakers realise that they don’t need to do away with all knobs. Screens are certainly the new way, but they can be combined with knobs so that you’re not fumbling for every little setting. I think the Accord has a good balance. Moreover, those buttons on the steering wheel seem like they may have some flex. On another note, Joe sets the bar for car reviews because after watching a few, you know which part comes next, where he talks about the price, and when he heads off “to the door panels!” Brilliant.

[@JoseFlores-ff4pq]

They really need to understand that futuristic ≠ no buttons. Thats my only gripe with this car

[@zeroaym]

as a gti mk7 owner I can admit the reliability issues with VW is terrible but the EA888 engine that they made (it’s the one I have) has turned out to be quite reliable and well I’ve had my car for a year now at 77k miles and the suspension still feels new

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great ownership input about your GTI Alex.

[@mattmekhaeil]

I’ve been seeing a mixed bag about the color of this car but for me I love it. It’s definitely a head turner when people see it

[@RaitisRides]

I’m digging it! It really fits it!

[@websta72]

I don’t think the GTI and Type R is a fair comparison. Golf R vs Type R is a better head to head comparison. Similar HP and both are similar price.

[@RaitisRides]

Both are FWD. the GOLF R now has more HP & of course AWD.

[@neekjp]

@@RaitisRides we really would need the GTI Clubsport to compete with the Type R

[@RaitisRides]

@@neekjp You know I think with a super set of sticky tires this GTI would put up a good fight.

[@CSLFiero]

@@RaitisRides I think the 7-speed DCT makes up the power difference on the track, the launch control in the drag. Plus the equipment is nicer than in the Type R.

[@skittlesrainbowunicorn6129]

​@@RaitisRides if they brought the clubsport over, that would be the comparison... the gti doesn't have the power or the race components to compete... the golf r has a slower Nurburgring time than the clubsport... of course the type r is faster than both but the clubsport will be giving it another try very soon...

[@stevegaspar]

Just picked up my MK 8 GTI. During the walkthrough I learned the subwoofer is actually where the spare is as well. Who knew 🤷 Also I absolutely love how you have so many ways to customize the ambient lighting (including the cluster and infotainment screen colors). It's actually quite impressive how much customization you can do

[@caffeineisking8132]

Im getting mine tomorrow! cant wait

[@caffeineisking8132]

Update, ambient lighting is amazing and the infotainment absolutely does not deserve all the hate its perfectly useable for anyone under 70 years old and i love the lack of buttons it looks clean as F. That 2.0 can haul some decent ass under boost!

[@stevegaspar]

@@caffeineisking8132 exactly! I'm coming from a MK 7.5 which is a great car and I loved it. The MK 8 is on a whole other level

[@caffeineisking8132]

@@stevegaspar I came from an arteon R line so its considerably faster and smaller the only thing i do miss is the arteon had a usb C in the centre arm rest which was ideal for charging headphones ect whilst hidden they could of thrown that in!

[@stevegaspar]

@@caffeineisking8132 there's 4 USB C ports and wireless charging in the MK8 should be all good!

[@dean2663]

Wow! Love this car! Fantastic review! I need to go test drive! My 330i lease is up May 31.

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

Front facia looks 👌 🔥

[@travismull944]

You’re literally my favorite reviewer. Love your reviews man. REVIEW THE GOLF R!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Travis for having my back! I should be getting it in a couple weeks!

[@mariowhyte2816]

Yeeeeeeeeeeeees maaaaaaaan!!!! Some GTI on throttle tiiiiiiiime!!!! Let's gooooooooooooooooo!!! Hey Joe they surely have evolved the GTI here and added tweaks here and there and the performance is nothing to sneeze at!!! You already know me though, Team Honda all day long!!! Took delivery of my crystal black pearl Civic Sport last week man and I loving it!!! Massive thanks to you and Lori for qll you do, bringing us these epic reviews day in and day out!!! Y'all are the MVP'S for real for real!!!

[@RaitisRides]

I knew you were going to be all over this one Mario!

[@Rahsaun77]

Love the redesign and the color is sweet.🤙🏾

[@RaitisRides]

I’m right there with you!

[@burkholder1992]

Normally Kia Soul green cars are a big no for me, but that green color looks so nice. This generation will definitely turn some heads, familiar yet new! Thanks Joe!

[@4chartown4]

That color is stunning

[@John_B.]

This would be such a great car if it wasn’t for the awful infotainment. Physical buttons with that nice screen and a full digital dash would of been perfect. This is a ergonomic nightmare

[@RaitisRides]

I can understand your pain

[@carking1043]

infotainment is fine. i just got an mk8. Overall a much better car than the mk7.

[@martinn4186]

If people want push buttons for everything then why do they care so much about the infotainment screen?

[@bradbourque9030]

How similar thing with cadillac ats, you get used to it but it’s def not the best thing

[@John_B.]

@@martinn4186 having a screen and pushing buttons are independent of each other. Capacitive touch buttons on a steering wheel, “buttons” that don’t illuminate at night, lack of a volume knob and having to tap the screen over and over again to turn it down. It’s all a nightmare.

[@Daddybomba]

I have watch a lot of videos of you man and today I found out I was not subscribe to this beautiful community you have built!. But today is the day!

[@Mr44rr]

A VW dealer near me is charging 15K over msrp. Anybody gonna pay that? Not worth it.

[@Johnnybananass-_]

its hands down a better looking car and a car you will love the looks of longer, the type R is too much a look that's very set in time and will date so fast already it looks done., the GTI is a safer look but it wont age like the type R. Ive just bought the new POLO GTI , for the same reasons,

[@cdiaz1257]

Does this competes with the SI? Does the Golf R competes with the Tupe R?

[@rynoqqm5585]

Sunday night review to ease my Monday blues😃

[@RaitisRides]

I know that feeling! Thanks for letting me share the ON THROTTLE with you!

[@franzvanjulio5523]

I really like the car you have. I believe Sofyan from Redline Reviews drove a similar one but I recall that the interior with different, but I start to question that as I type this. The lag on the infotainment unit was very apparent. You tried to highlight its application but it definitely came up short from what I imagine VW would find acceptable. I wonder if that is somehow anything that could be updated wirelessly or at the dealership via some sort of a service bulletin. If that worked flawlessly, or reasonably close to that, I’d find this car hard to resist. I’m curios what the in-the-seat difference really would be between the GTI and the R. At these prices, it’s certainly wise to not only consider what other new cars may compete with this, perhaps not head-to-head, as well as what used car values there may be once the market stabilized in whatever fashion we can expect or to in the near future. One last thought Joe, I like just about everything you present and always tell myself, “I’m gonna buy that one. Yup. That’s it.” I think when the time comes it’ll likely be the 86, maybe the Supra, maybe a Cayman and maybe a Miata RF. Those are the ones I’m always thinking of and then a newcomer comes along but it takes a lot to stay in rotation.

[@PimpSolja49]

I need buttons! Climate and radio buttons/knobs are a must!

[@unlimitedclipz3811]

Love your videos man. Keep it up 👍🏻 bro. You’re a legend.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks brother for being so supportive!

[@garynapoli3042]

Wouldn’t the GTI be a closer match with the Honda Civic SI?

[@Kyle_Duffy]

Performance, yes but pricing, no.

[@burkholder1992]

SI is a more affordable option, and technically is a sedan. The Type-R is their hatch

[@amiller2121]

It blows my mind when car manufacturers save cost on something like shift paddles. Would using metal really drive the cost up that much? For something that many people are going to be touching all the time?

[@johnmunday8429]

Please review the GTI S Mark 8 with the 18" wheels 40 series tires, which comes without DCC. I want to know if the ride quality without DCC on 18" wheels will be comfortable for touring or does the suspension without DCC make for a rough ride. Unfortunately DCC is not an option you can spec in the U.S.

[@roddyperry5606]

Great review Joe! I’m on the fence at the moment between the Autobahn and the R. I prefer the looks of the GTI and I don’t need the AWD of the R in SC. Out the door price not much difference between the two but with premium fuel of the R/higher taxes long term the price is much higher. Think I’m going GTI. But I’m still going back and forth…

[@vroomgc]

Yes that would be a struggle and for me being in the north I'm going R and getting that extra power too. Dont forget that in the rain from a start the R is better too you dont need snow to get the benefits of 4motion

[@roddyperry5606]

@@vroomgc awd is nice to have. This car will be my daily..I have a Jeep Wrangler also so if weather ever gets bad I’d drive that. I test drive a GTI next week so I’ll see how I like it. I currently can’t get on a list to order a Golf R at my local dealership yet. Will see what happens!

[@vroomgc]

@@roddyperry5606 Sounds like a plan!

[@markosijeric4738]

How much their charging for autobahn il take R over it all day long you get more power n better grip with awd

[@03amp]

But the resell value would be better if you get the r

[@timcox2157]

I bought one last week in a 6 speed manual. Traction control on is almost to much when you’re getting your foot into and shifting hard. I don’t mind the infotainment screen but the biggest miss is not back lighting the sliders for the volume and climate controls on the dash. All in all I absolutely love it, but I don’t think you’re going to get a lot of Type R drivers giving the nod as the GTI being a better vehicle.

[@felope9942]

How is the gti a better vehicle 🤔

[@Kickenwing13]

Really something I've considered. Ended up putting a down payment on a 22 Civic hatchback touring 6 speed. Absolutely love this car but don't think I could swing the extra cheese. Such a beautiful damn car

[@thesmellycatjazz]

I'm in the same position. Bout to go for the Sport Touring Hatchback

[@Kickenwing13]

@@thesmellycatjazz got my six speed unexpectedly about a month ago now. Love it

[@JEdmund81]

Don't love it yet...hoping an 8.5 refresh will win me over in a few years. For now totally happy with my '19 GTI.

[@dominathor]

the "patched" 8.5 will probably be the perfect car

[@JEdmund81]

@@dominathor fingers crossed!

[@MrDaveaccord]

Stunning color!

[@RaitisRides]

It really pops in the sun.

[@LordBass]

7:02 A small point, but the hood prop rod has not been around since day one. My Mk7 GTI S has hood struts. Not a giant deal to me, but it matters to some.

[@Spiritcr1jsher]

I love this car but i was hoping the interior had a bit more flash on this trim . Im probably getting one after my miata goes back. I will say , $40k for a fwd car with some options is a bit much even in the current market . That was golf r money.

[@RaitisRides]

Everything seems to be going up in price!

[@Spiritcr1jsher]

@@RaitisRides yeah , this is a much higher percentage in increase than most . Wonder what the R is going to be

[@RaitisRides]

@@Spiritcr1jsher Same here!

[@4chartown4]

@@Spiritcr1jsher going to guess 55k base price

[@timcox2157]

That doesn’t include the dealer mark up that just about every dealership is adding. My autobahn with 6 speed manual was $40k with a $4k markup.

[@Ratodemiami]

For the prices Honda stealerships are asking for the Honda type R, I wouldn’t compare It with the GTI, it would make more sense to compare it with the Honda Civic Si. I’m sure the next generation Honda Civic type R will have mark up prices around the 2022 VW Golf R territory. Don’t you agree!?. Btw, the GTI autobahn at $40K is overpriced, specially when the Golf R base price is $44K and that gives you AWD and 315 HP.

[@RaitisRides]

The Golf R has more HP and AWD.

[@Ratodemiami]

@@RaitisRides Yes, I know. My point is that you are comparing the GTI with the Civic Type R when in reality you should be comparing it with the Civic Si. The base Si is $27K and the base GTI costs $29K. No one will be able to get next Type R by paying sticker price, as a matter of fact the dealers markups are in the $40/$50 for Civic Type R. The 2022 Golf R base price is $44K. So, to answer your video question, No, The VW Golf R is the better hatch.

[@patrickmclaren7623]

Great review, but the entertainment system without buttons isn't safe. And you will always accidentally press the heating steering wheel button because of those dreadful capacitor buttons 😱

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you Patrick!

[@ejohnson3131]

This car would look amazing in Nardo Grey with black roof and rear spoiler.

[@RaitisRides]

That would look hot!

[@ThatCarEnthuZiastBrittany]

I just bought a 2022 VW GTI Autobahn this past weekend and love it! I have the same color and everything 😊 my first VW was a year 2000 Beetle and I loved that car lol

[@jet_black]

Been waiting for this review. Vw is back!

[@RaitisRides]

Heck yeah David!

[@michaelcarr7152]

Hey Joe do you think this will be the last gas powered GTI? I mean is this the swan song?

[@Reaperguy67]

I like the color of the one you are testing . It looks good in it by the way.

[@RaitisRides]

It really pops in the FL sun!

[@Reaperguy67]

@@RaitisRides yes. It reminds me of the lime green paint that jeep has.

[@RaitisRides]

@@Reaperguy67 Or the Tacoma TRD PRO Electric Lime.

[@rapturerooster]

OH YEAH THE ONE I'VE BEEN LOOKING FORWARD TO = ever since I saw the sweet pics on IG, I thought I gotta catch the YT review. thanks JOE/LORI.

[@RaitisRides]

We are so happy to bring it to you!

[@kaysup2350]

Omg.. I love the GTIS man, really do. What the hell is up with that interior? I'm watching this on the tv with my wife and I had to go on my phone to leave a dam comment! VOLKSWAGEN, RECALL AND RE DO THE INTERIOR! EXTERIOR IS TOO AMAZING FOR THAT AWKWARD INTERIOR!

[@MrScooba]

Thank you Joe Rati, I was considering getting a different car until I heard that this Volkswagen Golf has a SLIM JIM HOLDER!!! I cannot tell you how many times my Slim Jim’s would get stuck between the seat cushions. But not to fear, this car has a Slim Jim holder!

[@sanababan8199]

I really enjoy your presentation skills, too much respect

[@randallmeans9797]

Gti vs Kona N would be the best comparison in my opinion. Kona would take the cake!!

[@randallmeans9797]

@footballcoreano type R civic is better than the GTI in every aspect. Idk what your reply has to do with my comment to the video.

[@sammyg4806]

@@randallmeans9797 especially in reliability. Hondas last forever, VWs not so much without a lot of high maintenance.

[@bigjames2609]

This is my dream car. I hope to have it one day

[@RaitisRides]

You can do it!

[@MAKII724]

Looks stunning, but surely everyone will go with a manual transmission nowadays because it’s becoming rare.

[@stephenhendricks103]

VW says they expect the initial take rate for the "stick" will be 1 out of 3. That's expected to decline to about 1 out of 5. Each is a substantial take rate for a manual transmission. However, the ability to treat the DSG as a manual transmission with quicker shifts than a three pedal system tends to limit the choice of a manual transmission even among "enthusiasts."

[@strawberry_lacroix]

why would anybody go for manual just because it’s rare? makes no sense

[@rahatchoudhury175]

@@strawberry_lacroix because manufacturers are making them less and it’s being removed from models. Manuals will hold their value better

[@strawberry_lacroix]

it’s too bad that the price for these cars in the US are ridiculously high right now

[@RaitisRides]

Everything seems to be that way.

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

Seats 💺 look incredible 😍

[@kennyphun1946]

Love the color Joe! Like the Austin yellow on M3😎

[@joely3439]

Great review! And thank you Lorie for your camera work!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome Joel! Lori really is the best in the biz!

[@crimsonsw21]

I agree with the people saying that in some ways this is a downgrade from the mk7.5 the interior just seems gimmicky and touch sensitive controls on the steering wheel are a misstep. For 40k the Autobahn is extremely overpriced and I can't see anyone not going for the R for just 4-5k more which is SO much more car for the money.

[@Alfra1324]

The R is a track car! The GTI isn’t! The GTI doesn’t excel in one thing, but does everything well, I’ll take the GTI!!! 👍💖🙏🏻

[@RaitisRides]

Yeah I can understand how people are feeling.

[@crimsonsw21]

@@Alfra1324 in the mk7.5 I like the GTI over the R and that's what I own. But the R isn't really a track car, there isn't too much of a difference between the Autobahn and R since they both have the DCC, yes they are different in power, one has a front LSD and the other a rear LSD, but in day to day driving they are the same.

[@RaitisRides]

@@Alfra1324 Since when is the R a track car? The Mk7R pushed like a plow in the corners.

[@jeffsiemens4485]

I’d still call it an overall upgrade.

[@omarcortes5754]

It's been a while since the last time I felt interested in a Golf. VW did a great job with the MK8.

[@RaitisRides]

I agree! I can’t wait to drive one with a 6-speed manual

[@TrevForPresident]

Great review. Love the latest GTI. Would have to have 3 pedals in a hot hatch, though!

[@timsteadman5230]

then you miss out on all those good DSG farts!

[@dannycosta3866]

Joe after driving both the new GTI & Elantra/Kona N and getting an in depth look. After all said and done which would you go with? pros and cons

[@RaitisRides]

Hey Danny- I would go Elantra N. Just a better performance oriented car.

[@jayonefive234]

joe, what you reckon between type r and the hyundai N cars

[@RaitisRides]

It's a tough choice!

[@hedrickoYO]

that german chocolate cake bit was goated

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that!

[@bonifaciomagdiwang1697]

a lot of cars especially corolla put the touch screen over the top of the dashboard ike a pop up but the VW they leveling under the dashboard thats a good things.

[@elijahhenderson7057]

I have been watching your videos for months and just realized I’m not subscribed! Don’t worry I hit dat button but a car I would love to see would be a 2014 3.7 RS Roush mustang. They are the coolest and best sounding sub 6 sec car and are very competitively priced in the used market. Thanks Rati!

[@ST-nc3gm]

People don’t seem to complain about button-less Teslas so why complain about this…

[@yourmanzach2307]

40k wow thats insane! ill keep my 2021 wrx!

[@rockyarchambeau5820]

Great video brother!! I bought a 2012 GTI Autobahn edition love it !!I have always been a die hard Subaru WRX fan boy lol…but I gotta say the interior on my GTI blows the Subaru away exterior got say I lean to the Subaru,but not by a huge margin ….I love that the Subaru regular WRX non STI is AWD I think that GTI trim level should be AWD ,but that’s what really separates the R model plus about 75-85 HP lol…..I probably should have bought the R ,but nevertheless I’m super happy with my GTI ….Merry Christmas 🎄,and HappyNew Year to you ,and the family!!I have been on the journey with you for a long time I think you had like 50-60k subscribed at the time I joined lol….best channel by far !! Keep the outstanding work up brother !!!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️

[@95skywatcher]

Because of you this is my next car! You really enjoyed this review. So did I. Thanks!

[@manmarkham9104]

Put the buttons back! No time playing with touch screen when driving!

[@shredblue8536]

Wow , German chocolate cake isn’t from Germany ?!?! Best part of the video for me

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

Rims look amazing 👏

[@rafaeltorovip]

Nice car. The instrument cluster looks like was an afterthought, probably the screens are to reflective. I would love to have one in other color. Another awesome review. 👍

[@luiselapostolfeliz2421]

Love this VW GTI and I think it's A dandy.

[@luiselapostolfeliz2421]

🖤

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

Love 💘 the color 😍

[@NguyensVlog]

Do you know when 2022 Nissan Rogue available ?

[@RaitisRides]

February 2022.

[@sunchaser999]

Really nailed the re-design. The 20 year old version of myself would be all over this.

[@eklektikTechno]

My 50 yr old self will probably be all over that Golf R 😁

[@andybai5168]

German chocolate cake == Sachertorte, invented by Austrian pastry chef Franz Sacher from Vienna.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the info!

[@sheldonscott2880]

Joe!! Have you heard anything about when the 22’ Jetta refresh is supposed to hit the lots! I’m really looking forward to getting one, and i can’t wait for a review on one as well once it comes out!!

[@Thankyou_3]

For decades, I was a Honda fanboy but lately noticed their reliability is crap so I think VW actually is better…

[@RaitisRides]

Things have changed.

[@yes8032]

I’m already loving it just waiting to see how the new civic type R will turn out

[@RaitisRides]

Same here! I’m really excited

[@seanobrien648]

@@RaitisRides same terrible infotainment unfortunately

[@mattmekhaeil]

@footballcoreano more reliable? You must be smoking something. This will be money pit. The type r will be on the road a lot longer then any Volkswagen

[@murrynathan]

I’m gonna zonk that cup holder. The MK7.5 has a nice sliding cover making the car seem more premium. The new cabin looks more modern, but a whole lot cheaper.

[@tomdrummy4984]

Hot hatch ! They should drop this engine in the Tiguan r-line. Thanks Joe and Lori 😊

[@RaitisRides]

I like the way that you think.

[@MrDsn112]

It is the same engine that’s in the Tiguan.

[@stephenhendricks103]

@@MrDsn112 You're correct, David. Same engine with a different tune and a few performance bits. A Stage 1 ECU tune more than makes up the difference in the Tiguan.

[@mystictk4149]

I’m glad they did a really redesign. I see ppl complaining because they added physical buttons? So what stop crying about it.

[@LS1007]

I’m not a fan of VW’s so it’s Honda T R for me. Thanks for the great review Joe and nice job Lori!! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

I had a feeling you were going to go that route!

[@Mx5pro]

Raiti I would love to see you race some these cars on the track like a hot hatch comparison see which one wins

[@RaitisRides]

That’s a great idea Robby! I will put that together!

[@hasnathaider8740]

Hatches are good but like you Joe we also love sports cars Plus manual ❤️🌹

[@RaitisRides]

Heck yeah! I am so glad though that this car exists and you can get a manual.

[@zack6905]

Now which is quicker this or the dct Veloster N??

[@somejackball]

love to have me a new GTI, but doin the Mopar thing right now.. if gets to be too much cost wise, i'm goin back to one of these in a flash,! had a 96 and a 03, sweet little rides ☮

[@RaitisRides]

I totally understand that situation.

[@alengreen589]

explains the Car very well.

[@twntyfor24]

The manual passenger seat probably saved a microchip or two. BMW gives a "credit" for the electric passenger lumbar and side bolster delete to save microchip(s).

[@RaitisRides]

That is so ridiculous! I rather they just wait until they have enough chips.

[@martinn4186]

I don’t think the Mk7 Autobahn had full power passenger seats either so it’s probably not a microchip issue, more likely just a cost savings or weight savings.

[@twntyfor24]

Microchips cost money...

[@martinn4186]

@@twntyfor24 True, but Joe implies that it’s due to the chip shortage which I don’t think is true because the previous gen didn’t have it either.

[@twntyfor24]

No he didn't. I did. Lol

[@boonie3]

Gonna be a tough choice for people looking for a hot hatch with either this or the Mazda 3 Sport GT Turbo. Mazda has a little more power but the VW has better design. Interiors look about the same but the Golf looks to have a little more room for rear passengers.

[@hitmanhart6275]

The 3 is not a hot hatch , but the 3 will be a better and more reliable daily.

[@RaitisRides]

I think the breaking, LSDm IRS and tech blows the Mazda 3 out of the water.

[@RaitisRides]

@@hitmanhart6275 It is pretty hot in Turbo form.

[@RaitisRides]

@@hitmanhart6275 It's close.

[@hitmanhart6275]

@@RaitisRides The 3 was on my short list. But the brakes , the transmission.... Mazda left so much on the table. So there is a nice oryx white mk8 in my garage now. BTW congrats for not loosing half of your review talking about the infotainment like some reviewers. The system work very well ounce you figured out.

[@markosijeric4738]

Amazing review like always When you going to drive new golf R I wanna see that one so bad

[@NelzTR]

Is it me or is the rear end screaming Mk4 style? From the side?

[@TV-cx2zw]

At this point no one will ever tuck the rear windshield wiper 🤷

[@RaitisRides]

I have a feeling you might be right!

[@hussainalmomen5495]

I think my oldest daughter will love this hatchback

[@yonghason4579]

Could you recommend GTI vs Elantra N?