2015 Volkswagen Golf TDI SportWagen Start Up, Road Test, and In Depth Review

[@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials]

Kyle, it's amazing how technical you get into every single one of these cars. It's borderline obsessive, and I like it.

[@saabkyle04]

GT6SuzukaTimeTrials Haha thanks man!

[@letterspace1letterspace266]

The review was better than any of the "professional" car review sites. Enjoyed the video!

[@Chris-sk3wg]

this has got to be the most in depth review I have seen. good job

[@gamrkidd]

The things i would do for this car! Manual? check Diesel? check Wagon? check panoramic sunroof? check refinement? check

[@jakewhite3163]

Only problem is finding one

[@stephenkelvin1220]

I dont mean to be so offtopic but does any of you know a method to log back into an Instagram account..? I stupidly forgot my login password. I would appreciate any tricks you can offer me

[@leonidasmark2310]

@Stephen Kelvin instablaster :)

[@stephenkelvin1220]

@Leonidas Mark i really appreciate your reply. I found the site on google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff now. I see it takes quite some time so I will reply here later with my results.

[@turt4533]

@@jakewhite3163 true, but if you look for nationwide offers you can sometimes find someone selling one. I just bought my 2015 manual Golf Sportwagen TDI with 64k miles. It doesn't have the panoramic sunroof (it's an S not SE or SEL), but I don't mind, it's just going to cause more problems in the future. Got it for about $16.5k

[@Sevan_UP]

Love wagons so much. They look cool and have way more trunk space than regular sedans. Most company’s do a good job with their wagons anyways

[@archechme]

This is a quality, refined, well made, ingenious automobile and it deserves praise. It's great to know that VW Golfs hold their reputation ever since the mark 1. Very good cars and they always will be, I have massive faith in VW for any of their cars including Audi and Skoda.

[@jillmiller1367]

I love that 2015 Volkswagen Golf TDI Sportwagen!

[@joshuarenfro9246]

Fun Fact: All diesels have governors while not moving. This specific one will not rev over 2500 rpm to allow for testing under a load when needed. you are able to just sit there with your foot on the gas without damaging the engine. Good Job on the video and keep it up!

[@fredthekingofnyc]

The rev from the pipe camera sounds like a sound from the game “Car Simulator 2”. Perhaps, it might be the sound origin.

[@fpm1979]

Ah, the Golf Variant. Brings back memories. It was my first own car.

[@Nagstrr23]

When you enjoyed driving this 150hp-version, you'll happy to hear that the GTD-version (184 hp), known from the hatchback, will also come for the SportWagen (and a R-version with 300 hp will come out soon, too). In europe, it is able to rather purchase the "Skoda Octavia Combi" or the "Seat Leon ST" (both VAG-products, based on the Golf). In my opinion both have got a more polished and sportier design. The Octavia has got a little bit increased practicability because there is more room in the back and offers smart solutions and gimmicks for its driver, e.g. in the gas cap you can find an ice scraper.. The Seat then has a more aggressive look, attracts a younger audience. There are also "sport versions" of both cars: The Rs for the Octavia (184hp 2.0 TDI or 220hp 2.0 TSI) and the Cupra (265 hp or 280hp 2.0 TSI-engines) for the Leon. The price for the Cupra with 265hp starts with about 30.000€ which is really good compared to a GTi that has 35hp less.

[@saabkyle04]

***** Thanks for sharing!

[@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials]

If the GTD comes here, I'm buying one.

[@Mast3rSkillz]

GT6SuzukaTimeTrials don't get your hopes up. VW doesn't care about pleasing the US market.

[@__toto___]

Volkswagen confirmed Golf R 400 (400 hp) will be going under production, 0-60 in 2.9 seconds.

[@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials]

I don't want 4WD.

[@johnnyut100]

Great review, thank you. My wife's 2015 Sportswagen TDI is almost as much fun to drive as my 2014 Audi Q5 TFSI. And added bonus is the TDI averages about twice the mileage of the Q5 - about 5.5 litres per 100 km. (50 mpg). Not bad for a car that costs half as much as the Q5 and is better for the environment.

[@3204clivesinclair]

Another great review - especially relevant for me. I have just ordered a Golf Hatchback (UK) and expect delivery in a couple of weeks.

[@kobbetop]

Volkswagens may be boring but they are good in all areas, not just one. Great everyday cars. Is it just the video but are the rear blinkers red in this US spec version?

[@saabkyle04]

Kobbetop They are, been that way for some time now if I remember correctly.

[@GIDDY_UP_GO]

Well rounded review! I actually just purchased one of these 2 days ago! It has been sitting on the dealership lot for 2 years awaiting the software approval for the emissions fix. Got a $5000 rebate from VW and 0% financing for 72 months! Its an awesome car, however, I wonder how much the software update has affected the vehicles performance? Would love to see a side by side comparison of two cars, one with the update and on without. I have driven my car about 300 miles in the last 2 days and am averaging 48.3mpg! It's a shame that the dieselgate scandal took place, I am truly going to miss VW diesels in the United States!

[@UberKrispy]

Dude what an incredibly detailed review! Good work.

[@MetalSubYT]

No offence: When people see car interiors: When Americans see the inside of European cars, "Wow, this is SO small!" When Europeans see the inside of American cars, "WOW THIS IS BIGGER THAN SPACE!" No offence, it's just that Americans have kinda big cars...

[@valerikarastoyanov7503]

TheDanishWaffle big and cheap inside yep

[@derbigpr500]

TheDanishWaffle Yea, americans are all about quantity over quality. In every area of life, and so the same is true when it comes to cars.

[@saabkyle04]

TheDanishWaffle I love my big cars :P

[@MetalSubYT]

***** By the way, what car do you drive? I'm not gonna make fun or anything. :P

[@saabkyle04]

TheDanishWaffle No worries bud :) I have a 2012 Dodge Charger RT Max and a 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche Z71, both videos are in my personal vehicle playlist on the channel homepage. I also recently bought a 1957 Jaguar Mark VIII :)

[@TheMrDemonized]

Finally a modern car without shitty double-fouble clutch paddle shifters but with proper mechanical gearbox

[@DRAGONIKification]

***** VW is a car?lol

[@derbigpr500]

Lucky man Yes. And you're an idiot.

[@VaneNaumovski]

Lucky man You're definitely a fucking idiot.

[@alexheed5654]

***** What about the Corvette?

[@E34Benzin]

Yeah! Nothing like a manual to enjoy the true essence of driving a damn Golf powered by a tractor engine.

[@MarcelSeck]

As someone who is used to the 2.0 TDIs in Europe I thought that the engine noise is pretty noticeable. So I started a little investigation: Cetane in diesel is like octane in standard gas. In simplified terms it has the same influence on running smoothness and so on. The ultra-low sulfur diesel in the US was established in 2005 and has to have at least 40 cetane (ASTM D 975) while Europe requires at least 51 cetane since 2001 (Euro3).

[@haroldhubbard8460]

Good job of thoroughly going through the cars features. I enjoyed your evaluation.

[@edwardfordfay9186]

Thanks for this informative and well produced review. I will be buying a 1.8 turbo gasoline model soon. The explanation you provide of the entertainment systems exceeds that provided by the sales person.

[@philipp9481]

Hi Kyle, I'am from Germany and ist very funny to listen to your dialect when you said 'Volkswagen' or some of the other German words. Sorry about my English, its not the best i think :D Good work, great video. Keep it up!

[@saabkyle04]

HardwareTV Haha I'm sure it is :P Thanks buddy!

[@geneseetrainselevators2448]

I love the review on the Volkswagen Jetta you did WAY back in June of 2010.

[@timephire]

Great Vid. Thank you for all the great work you done over the years. You are the 1st car channel i subbed to. In fact you're one of the 1st channels i subbed to. Again, Thanks.

[@fatmax2195]

Nice to know a wagon is still being made.

[@Lukasdw02]

I like diesel Volkswagens. A while back, we had 2001 Volkswagen Jetta TDI. It sometimes had starting issues in the winter, but it still sounded good.

[@Oo2k10]

Hey man very nice indepth review. I like that you show night time and day time perspective. Keep doing that I like it.

[@saabkyle04]

Oo2k10 Thanks man! I'll make sure to do it if the car has some unique lighting :)

[@HondaAccordguy05]

Very helpful helped my dad by his car 😉😀

[@pdid44569]

I had a friend who had her VW Golf TDI wagon basically blow up when a timing belt broke and knocked an airline out. Though it was still under warranty and VW replaced the whole thing. By the way, great video Kyle!

[@SlipknotMaggot0526]

Most motors will break if the timing belt does. That's why they get changed. How much miles did it have on the timing belt?

[@pdid44569]

SlipknotMaggot0526 29K haha

[@deurkl]

Pat Dow There was a manufacturer defect in the belts.

[@brandonsayholla]

these cars absolutely stunning outside and in!

[@joegolden8176]

Kyle good review man..... Tell me did you clock ur mpg to atl? Be curious to know what u got. Also did you see a window sticker for your car? I like how it is optioned. I currently drive a 2014 Jetta se sedan with tsi engine. 23000 trouble free miles. Love my car! But only getting 26mpg combined

[@meissnerflux]

How is it holding up now? What problems have you experienced during ownership?

[@allenm7]

I'm looking forward to the AWD version. Great review and thank you.

[@allenm7]

@@D73GT it was called the all track.

[@theddygrumo]

Vice review. Very thorough. By the way does the red light in the bottom of the door lights up or is just a reflector? I just bought a limited edition golf sportswagen yesterday and i don't know if it lights up.

[@matthewf2730]

maybe one day i'll have enough money to buy one of these.. very cool

[@pedrito77]

wow! What a great review! I am subscribing to your channel. You were very thorough. I am very inclined to get one of these. They look awesome and I would love to have a diesel-powered car. Also, your neighborhood looks nice!

[@Jokero_YT]

Wow, it's already out!! Love it! And comes with an Euro switch from the factory? Nice haha!

[@redneon06]

We have the Golf. It's pretty nice!

[@DieselDrives]

Great work! I'm looking forward to driving the Golf S TDI 6MT next week!

[@saabkyle04]

Diesel Review Enjoy!

[@nickwills6042]

way to tell if someone doesnt usually drive diesels: They take it to the rev limiter. Diesels drive better below 3000-3500 rpm

[@saabkyle04]

Nick Wills I definitely have not had a lot of diesel experience prior so I learned a lot on this trip. I found all of that out by driving it and seeing where the power was.

[@philipward2521]

Would have also liked the GTI when are you going to do that

[@saabkyle04]

Philip Ward I have a video on the GTI I've already filmed, but there's no drive segment. Was going to try and hold out for a press vehicle. Trying to integrate as many drives as possible!

[@MrTriath1337]

Awesome review with heaps of accurate and informative data, in a well presented, no-nonsense manner. Well done sir!

[@senseihEnRY16]

The current Golf is starting to look pretty old. Can't wait to see it with the new face of VW. The new Passat is so gorgeous. Btw, nice video as always!

[@MrCarGuy]

If I was in the market for a VW, this is probably what I'd get. It's the right vehicle for a VW enthusiast.

[@E34Benzin]

Nope, a Phaeton W12 or a Tuareg V8 are for enthusiasts, but this is just a crappy little Golf diesel.

[@MrCarGuy]

E34Benzin A Phaeton would be for a borderline badge engineering or Bentley enthusiast and a Touareg has absolutely no heritage or relation to pre-modern VW history.

[@stephans1990]

E34Benzin an enthusiast would probably go for a Golf GTI or Golf-R. I don't think there are any real enthusiast/future classic's in the Volkswagen gamma.

[@E34Benzin]

Well, the truth is most VW cars are boring and not that good, except the Phaeton and Tuareg as I mentioned. The Passat W8 and Golf VR6/R32 aren't bad either.

[@michaelpetersonjr]

All the new Diesel vehicles carry the DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) for emissions reasons.

[@Underappreciatedclassics]

Next year the United States government is doing away with DEF; its caused more problems than helped the environment. Therefore it’s considered a flop

[@michaelpetersonjr]

@@Underappreciatedclassics Amen to that, Joseph! We have DEF in our International trucks with the POS MaxxForce engines and they're (the engines) are nothing but problems. And you are absolutely right on one thing, that it is a flop.

[@maxbaker1889]

Yay been looking forward to this it's another fantastic video by the way

[@saabkyle04]

Max Baker Thank you Max!

[@maxbaker1889]

***** No problem at all :-)

[@lihaikun]

Thank you so much Kyle for this!

[@97I30T]

Good review! I really want one of these and I'm glad to see that you reviewed a manual version rather than the DSG. All Of Volkswagen's TDI models are best with the manual.

[@saabkyle04]

97I30T I heard the DSG was faster (couldn't test that), but I would prefer this manual all day long, very easy to drive. Thanks bud!

[@TexKimball]

Kyle, do you have any plans to review any of the 2015 Lincolns?

[@brunoAM]

That would be great!

[@DesertStateInEU]

Vault Boy® 2016 Lincoln Continental yeeessss

[@Donsburt]

MKX Time!

[@galvindavis6586]

+Vault Boy® he needs to do a Scion xD for a car review

[@aquateen77723]

This is such a great argument to not buy oversized, bulky SUVs. I can't wait until the All-Track is released in the states.

[@TheSoggiest]

Im your neighbor and i always like look forward to driving by your house and seeing what new cars you are recording and hoping you get me driving by in the video xD. And no im not being a creeper

[@GhernieM]

Really nice review. Helpful! Thanks :)

[@lsowner10]

I'm thinking of upgrading my wife to this. We have a 2006 TDI in which we get about 50 MPG.

[@vikk5459]

Love the manual transmission. I don't see many of those anymore unfortunately.

[@mikevaldes9831]

Hey kyle, will you ever do an infiniti Q50 or acura TLX? Been waiting for those forever!

[@morg4620]

Great review as always Kyle. Please do more nighttime vids

[@kyrees.williams4023]

I traded my Jetta SportWagen TDI in for one of these two weeks ago, in that same color. Mine is a TDI SEL, though, where this one appears to be a TDI SE. My one complaint is that someone at Volkswagen thought the black plastic trim on the inside of the SEL was *more* upscale than the faux brushed aluminum on the SE; I'd have rather had the brushed aluminum look.

[@fuffthebucks7266]

Good lord how many pages of script do you write for each video?I just realized you are talking for basically 30 mins

[@laurens5609]

Cool as always Kyle. Can you do a Golf R in the future?

[@SirSpookky]

Outstanding review.

[@brunoAM]

The panoramic roof and the sound system are great for a sub 30k car! If i lived in America a needed a spacious and economic car this Golf would be my choice.

[@brunoAM]

*and

[@Zaid394]

Are you thinking of reviewing the new golf? I need advice.

[@robitaill3]

This was probably the last video that painted these cars in a positive light when new

[@jakobbecker6435]

These cars are awesome

[@Spectt84]

So.. is the 2015 GOLF Sportwagen S TDi "equal to" or "better than" the previous years 2014 Jetta Sportwagen TDi? I need a diesel wagon for a delivery contract and have narrowed it down between these 2 at the dealer. I need to make this decision within a week. They both are used (obviously) and both have 11,xxx miles. The 2015 is $16k the 2014 is $15k. This contract requires 250 miles driven 6 days a week. What do you guys think?

[@jakobbecker6435]

What did you end up getting?

[@Spectt84]

@@jakobbecker6435 ...lol neither! After digging deep into their long-term reliability and considering me needing to drive 1500+ miles a week, I chickened out. That gas mileage would have been great but the repair bills would have been brutal. I got a 2017 Toyota Tacoma SR with the little reliable 4 cylinder engine instead. I've done almost 40k in the truck so far and not so much as a hiccup. The MPG could be better...I get about 23 mpg. I still may get a wagon for the wife, she needs a new vehicle. That way I can swap into her car occasionally for some awesome fuel mileage...

[@jakobbecker6435]

@@Spectt84 haha yea the Tacoma’s are nice trucks but mpg isn’t the greatest. The 2015s are the most reliable in stock form and have an awesome warranty. 11yrs or 162k miles from the original date it was sold new, and if it’s ever in the shop under warranty work they have to give you a loaner if it’s longer than 3 hours. My dad drives a 15 Passat tdi 6m and i drive a 15 a3 tdi. They get awesome economy on the highway and haven’t really had any issues in the a3 yet. The Passat had a leaky camshaft seal but that was covered under warranty.

[@chingerelganzorig9284]

Nice job Kyle. Could yo review the 2015 Prius (regular) with fully loaded model in some nice paint? Is it possible? If so pls let me know. Thank you

[@KozaiX]

I have the Golf Sportwagen 2015 TSI 140 with R-Line package (interior, exterior and rims) and it does not look like the same car! Do you have the r-line option in America? If you do, I would really recommend getting it, it was a free option here in Sweden and it makes the car look so much better. I would also say that the TSI engines are better than the TDI. The TSI does not use alot more fuel, they are more fun and they save the environment more since diesels pollute the air with more hazardous substances!

[@kyrees.williams3442]

+KozaiX We do not have the R-Line appearance package here in the 'States. In fact, the only vehicles I've seen that offer an R-Line package here are the Tiguan, Touareg and CC.

[@BRIANBOBCHAPMAN]

NICE 2015 Volkswagen Golf TDI SportWagen Start Up, Road Test, and In Depth Review

[@mssmssmssmss]

I recently bought the base "S" trim level TSI. I needed a new car pretty fast and was able to get one. I think it handles well and it fits my needs at the moment--running errands in the heat. including taking the dogs to the vet. The air conditioning seems great! However, at this point I don't know if I would find it comfortable for a road trip. I think the seats don't have enough padding in the bottom, and I was uncomfortable after an afternoon of running errands. Although your review is for the TDI, I think the TSI and TDI at all trim levels are supposed to have the same interiors including the seats.

[@CymarronWestChannel]

Great review Kyle!

[@justemre9618]

My dream car 1.6 TDI and 6 speed transmission fully economy car

[@sterlingsilver320]

Hey Kyle I've been thinking about purchasing the Mini Hardtop 4-Door and I was hoping you could do a video on that car. Thanks :)

[@chadfoust6942]

Thorough and very well done review! you are very fortunate to be able to take it on such a long road trip but I wish you would have let us know what kind of fuel economy you achieved. doesn't the S model have the push to start keyless go as well? You were very good to mention the keyless entry and lock of which I was unaware but does the s have that as well? I love a good exhaust clip... From a V8. Revving the piss out of that little TDI went on entirely too long though. Maybe two revs, 2 seconds, move on. Keep up the good work!

[@gerrykeyser4818]

I don't know if it's just me, but I'm watching on mobile and the video looks so much smoother! Did you edit this in 60fps?

[@saabkyle04]

Gerry Keyser For some reason, it seems my camera switched itself to 30fps. I've never used that before, always defaulted to 24 fps! I agree though, it looks awesome!

[@Moondoggy1941]

:48 OH BOY YOU GOT AN ALARM BOY I HEAR IT EVERY MORNING WHEN YOU GO TO WORK YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH

[@lichris1738]

Very good review!! Thank you

[@ghurghust]

Best review as always Kyle :-)

[@ahmadbh6112]

Hey Kyle, I have a request that i would LOVE for you to do, Can you please review the ATS 2016 6 Cylinder edition with full options? I am planning to purchase it but i would LOVE to hear what would you say about it and your opinion on that car, All the other reviews aren't really good..

[@DanvonVolksburg]

Nice Video,in Europe u got only a power hand-brake in the Golf...do u know why is it still a manuel in the US? Cheers Dan

[@saabkyle04]

Dan von Volksburg I'm honestly not sure about that one, saw someone else mention that too. Good question!

[@cmanlovespancakes]

Dan von Volksburg Most cars sold in North America have manual handbrakes. I believe it is to help keep the car prices lower. In Europe cars are usually very well optioned so they are expensive compared to here. Americans tend to be very price conscious when buying cars so the manufactures decontent to compete on price.

[@BambooBrad]

Have you made a 2015 VW Jetta SE 2.5 video? If not I'd love to see that. The Jetta is my everyday driver.

[@saabkyle04]

Michael Cretaro I haven't, never know what I'll be sent next!

[@econpkftw]

Liking the video before watching it because you'll know it'll be amazing..:)

[@saabkyle04]

econpkftw One of my better edited videos as of late, was able to really get creative with personal experiences :)

[@UnderratedKillua]

l love your videos keep up the good work!!

[@angel_machariel]

The Euro version TDI doesn't have the torso beam. Because of the tank. Also, wait for the 2016 version. Will have lots more options which maybe should have been here already.

[@harryc266]

I didn't even know America got the golf.. Do you get the 1,2 series b,w and the a,b class merc?

[@MichaelB450]

***** It looks a bit strange. When I think of a Golf, I think of a small fun hatchback. But the SportWagen make it look like the Jetta Wagon and the Golf had a baby.

[@brianoconner4206]

I really enjoyed this video, why don't you make a review of Passat B5.5 W8 , or a Golf R or GTi ?

[@Hugo-bq9hx]

Nice car, I hope you make a video of a 2015 Lexus IS

[@tweack2twek]

hi kyle! nice one! will you make videos of old school cars soon?

[@afifimohd1512]

Hey kyle..could you review the audi tts coupe please? And by da way,i think you should add a caption of spec statistics on your video so it can stick into my mind better..thank u!

[@Jonathandilego]

Kyle, Can you do a video on the 2016 Jaguar F-Type. There are two at the dealer here in Virginia, but I don't know about the dealer where you live. Also how do they get that popping sound from the exhaust? Thanks, Jonathan

[@saabkyle04]

Jonathan DiLego I have filmed three F Types, the V6S, V8S and the R Coupe. Even got some test drive shots of the R, all you want to know can be learned in the video :)

[@Jonathandilego]

Thank you!!

[@claylomax]

That interior oozes quality.

[@dynodin81]

Awesome Review!

[@Rockport1911]

The most european Volksawgen in ´merica right there. I like that VW offers this Diesel Wagon even with a manual in the US. This car makes a perfect daily, save gas money for the V8 :) I noticed that this version doent get the the electric parking brake from european models, some hate it some like it. Also this Golf comes with AdBlue injection and gets the cheaper real axle for the big diesel. Now they should build the Passat Variant in the US :)

[@A_guan]

So why is there no autobahn trim like in the gti?

[@fredschriks8554]

***** Good video again ☺ I like you're Jag alot, enjoy it ☺

[@saabkyle04]

Fred Schriks Thanks Fred!

[@joegolden8176]

Oh wait I see the price in description. Almost twice as much as I paid for my Jetta last yr! Wow

[@dzakiyahya9683]

Nice video!

[@MattGlickmanMusic]

Does it run only on diesel? Is there a gas option?

[@mikesb69-87]

Excellent vehicle!👍🏻👍🏻

[@sigurdkl92]

21:06 Damn, even without the music we all just got rick rolled!

[@paulmartin4680]

Sigurd Klejs I was wondering if anyone else noticed!

[@CrazyIvan1337]

Wait, so the wagon segment was moved from the Jetta to the Golf??? Or does the Jetta still get a wagon variant?