This Is The Best All Rounder, Here's Why!

[@gavriellevy18]

Great video! The Golf R is King 👑 You will not find a car with the amount of speed, refinement, fun to drive and wont burn your pockets. There's no compromising when you get a Golf R! Well done!

[@Drivers-Edge]

Absolutely! Well said man!

[@charleskaczmarek6568]

Great video and well said. I own a '24, also had a few of the previous (7/7.5) generation. They really are great all-rounders and something special!

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and for supporting my channel by watching the video, I really appreciate it! They absolutely are!

[@lauraaharonov5198]

Loved this video Yosef! Lots of practical information and special features! All of your points are well proven! Loved the ride too 🥰

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much!! It was really fun making it and finally sharing a drive with everyone!

[@stefmunky]

Damn dude, 3 kids AND a Golf R? Really winning at life bro :)

[@Drivers-Edge]

Haha thank you so much for your comment and for supporting my channel by watching the video, I really appreciate it! Yeh, it wasn't easy, but after getting married and having kids young, it was time to get a fun car in addition to the family car. This is why the golf r fit so well in my life, it's fun and didn't compromise on the ability to do the family duties 😎

[@viktoriya260589]

@@Drivers-Edge I have three kids and a golf r too :)

[@ReconRangersPasukanKhusus]

I went to Paris with my Golf 8 R with my fam. It was an awesome trip. Very comfortable with Comfort mode and very fast at the highway (Péage). And a lot of attention on the road and gas stations. Only the trunk is small for 4 adults. A stationcar would be better for longer trips. But the hatchback looks much better.😊

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and for watching the video, I really appreciate it,! That's so cool! I would love to experience the golf r on a road trip, it's cool that you did! I'm amazed you are able to do it filled with adults! Yes, the trunk would be too small for A longer trip, but they have the wagon version available in Europe, which would be perfect for the extra space.

[@betteheadbettehead4800]

Agree with your assessment. Got a 6 spd mk8 R in Feb😊

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and for supporting my channel by watching my video! That's amazing, I'm so happy to hear that your also have one! They are awesome cars!

[@betteheadbettehead4800]

@@Drivers-Edge they sure are!👍

[@Trucho001]

Excellent reflections on an excellent car. Keep up the videos.

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your kind words, and for your support by watching the video, I really appreciate it! Im not usually the type that likes to be Infront of the camera, so this is way out of my comfort zone. Your comment really helps me stay motivated to keep going. 😎🙏

[@Tsukuyomi8]

Excellent car and presentation! I seriously consider buying it can you tell me about reliability and insurance costs ?

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and for supporting the channel by watching the video, I really appreciate it! So far its been a reliable car. I have had a few minor things that had to be fixed, but nothing too major. The bumper needed a slight alignment from factory, the infotainment needed a software update and the sunroof slider console has had an issue. Other than that though, its been great! Nothing that I wasnt expecting from a first year new generation car. The insurance was also lower than I expected. I am paying about the same as my 2016 Mazda CX-9 Signature.

[@ericcarson342]

The 'R' really is a great car. They know who to target, 30-50 likely with a home, kids, looking for something that can transport them, get groceries, but also let loose (a little) on the roads. So understated which I like, and those that 'know' know. I still love my 2018 R Lapiz blue. Oh, the GTI is known as the 'hot hatch' and the R is known as the 'performance hatch' by Volkswagen, but hey call it what you what. If they bring back Spektrum I may consider trading.

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment, and for watching the video, I really appreciate it! The 2018 golf r really is awesome! I was about to pull the trigger on one, but couldn't find the exact one I wanted. Really the intent behind the videos is to compliment all the golf Rs. VW really is awesome for giving us two fun sporty versions of the golf for at least two decades, especially after Mitsubishi dropped the Lancer Evo and Subaru recently dropped the STI😎. Manual transmission hot/performance hatches as we know it are a dying breed. The next generations will start to be electric. It would be awesome if they brought back the spectrum colors!

[@joshuaanderson9972]

great video, subscribed, day time, night time, well spoken. A+

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate your feedback and support! I am really enjoying this process of creating valuable content and thrilled to hear that it is being well received!

[@Kingboozer71]

I got 2024 manual R for exact same reasons. This car drives in a "Goldilocks" zone with everyday practicality thrown in. I can't think of another manual at this price that checks all the right boxes. WRX came close, but not a fan of its design. And no way I was going to pay for "market adjustment" on Type R or S. M cars are fast and still fun, but not what they used to be. It's funny how the R seem to bring out the boy-racer in every hot compacts I encounter.

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and for watching the video, I really appreciate it! I completely agree! The only one that came close for me was the Integra type R, but it was so much more expensive with the market adjustments and it's only front wheel drive...

[@Drivers-Edge]

@viktoriya260589 that's amazing man! It's so nice to see other great success stories! This just goes to show how awesome this car really is as a fun family friendly car! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@gerardogutierrez792]

I traded my MK5 Supra for a 2024 Gold R and Man I love this little car. Practical for every day of the week yet fun on the twisty roads

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and for supporting my channel by watching my video, I really appreciate it! No way, that's amazing!! I'm so glad you are enjoying your golf r as well! Honestly I really love the supra and would have likely gotten one of I was able to swing a two door sports car, but I'm very happy with my golf r 😎

[@gerardogutierrez792]

@@Drivers-Edge dude does your KZbin channel have an IG ? I wanna share follow across all avenues. I feel like you are a genuine person that’s actually bringing value to the car community and not just some corporate car reviewer that are afraid to call out manufacturers.

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate your comment, it means a lot. I have an Instagram account , but it's for my photography work. I guess I never thought of making one for the KZbin stuff. Here is my photography IG if you are interested. @yosef.photography I truly enjoy helping people, and since I used to sell cars as a broker back in the day, and have a passion for cars, I thought I could share my insights with a much broader audience through KZbin. Honestly is the most important thing, it builds trust and ensures I share truth.

[@landroverSV]

The original R, MK4 R32 VR6 is by far the best! How I miss mine 😢

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and for supporting the channel by watching my video, I really appreciate it! There is nothing link a v6 is a Golf R thats for sure!

[@30ra]

Great review! How do you find the ground clearance for daily driving? Do you need to be extra careful with speed bumps and bad road conditions?

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate your comment and for supporting the channel by watching the video! To be honest it's not super low, I haven't had any issues with clearance. I'm careful getting out of steeper gradients, and go slow over speed bumps, but I find it's a pretty easy car to live with 😎

[@30ra]

@@Drivers-Edge Thanks for the reply! 🙏

[@martybarrios123]

Nice video. Thanks for posting. I love my 2023 GTI S.

[@martybarrios123]

BTW, I love my Swiss Army Knife too.

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and for your support by watching the video, I really appreciate it! Yeh the mk8 GTI and golf r are amazing cars! I'm so happy we have them in today's world to buy

[@lronSausage]

The 2024 golf R that i got has lots of interior rattles and creaks. 3 days ago even my clutch pedal started to make some plastic squeak noises. I guess it depends if you are lucky or not. My vw tech friend told me VWs aren’t built like they used to, all the factory workers are newer generation and they suck ass apparently. But i agree, golf R is the ultimate fun daily driver. I dont regret getting it (yet).

[@HOTPLATEGAMING]

every mass produced car will have rattle and creaks.

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment, I really appreciate it! That's unfortunate, I'm so sorry to hear that your golf r has had some rattles and build quality issues... I agree, cars aren't built like they used to. The quality control has gone way down and manufacturers are always looking to cut corners. I'm lucky that I haven't really experienced anything to write home about. My front bumper was misaligned from the factory and I have a tiny piece of plastic floating in the headlight, but that's really it. I hope your experience gets better! Enjoy your golf r, it really is an awesome little bit of kit! Thank you for watching and supporting the channel!

[@Drivers-Edge]

Yeh no vehicle is perfect anymore that's for sure! When I was at the auto show this past February I was surprised to see how the interior build quality of Honda's and Toyota's have also. gone down

[@HOTPLATEGAMING]

@@Drivers-Edge I use to have a Mk 7.5 Golf R and 2019 Accord 2.0T Touring Those were rattle like crazy. They fix one and a new one appeared

[@Drivers-Edge]

@@HOTPLATEGAMING I hear you... I had a few Mazda's in the past and there was always at least one thing rattling or creaking when I drove. It drove me crazy!!

[@karmahunden]

is your shift knob weighted? I heard that a heavier shift knob helps with the feel that a lot of journalists were complaining about. Do you feel it was the right decision to get it over the DSG?

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment, I really appreciate it! It really is! I love the weighted shift knob. It fits much better in my hand when shifting than the stock one, and just adds some personality. The stock one also broke a lot, from what I saw, so I just switched it before it could even happen. I really enjoy driving stick, so for me DSG wasn't even an option. I completely understand that the DSG is quicker and easier to drive regularly, but I really wanted a manual car. I hope that helps. I'm making my next video about the things I don't like, so it will give you some perspective from owning it for about a year now. Feel free to reach out again if there is anything else I can help you out with!

[@scottroberts5529]

What front mount do you have for ur license plate

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and for supporting my channel by watching my video! I used the extreme online store bracket. L139_L-BRACKET 2018-Up Volkswagen Golf R MK7.5 Tow Hook License Plate Mount Bracket - Mid Size

[@scottroberts5529]

Thank you

[@backtoshallabal6662]

I have a 2024 GLI. Same engine as the GTI and Golf R, but detuned and not as crazy fast but still love it. VW all the way!

[@Drivers-Edge]

That's awesome! I always loved the GLI as well, they are the GTI of sedans and have a lot of cool details as well! Enjoy it man, they are fun cars!! Absolutely! Thank you for your comment and support by watching my videos!

[@littleliman]

Very cool car

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you very much!!

[@betteheadbettehead4800]

Just curious why you went with a yellow shift knob 🤷

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and for supporting my channel by watching my video, I really appreciate it! I wanted to add a little color to the otherwise very black and blue interior and figured yellow would provide some contrast

[@betteheadbettehead4800]

@@Drivers-Edge aha! Makes perfect sense 😉

[@thereandback1313]

​I like it​@@Drivers-Edge

[@markp5056]

Love the car, I got one too but jeez do you not own a hoover? 🙈🤔

[@Drivers-Edge]

Haha it needs a good clean on the interior, that's for sure!

[@markp5056]

​@Drivers-Edge yes it does lol, great car though. I got the Akrapovic exhaust too, sounds mint 😎

[@Drivers-Edge]

@@markp5056 that's amazing!! I wish they had the option for that exhaust here... Unfortunately they don't sell it in Canada from factory and to buy it aftermarket is ridiculously expensive !

[@Jimwaz44]

That’s the 20 year addition, has 330 bhp 👍

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and for watching the video, I really appreciate it! Yes that's right, this is a 20th anniversary model. Unfortunately In North America we don't get the extra horse power

[@nikserof2183]

Beautiful car and colour but those dang amber side lights in North America are just ugly. No power folding mirrors as standard? No auto hold feature for the park brake?

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and for watching the video, I really appreciate it! Yeh those side markers really do suck and the lack of power folding mirrors is annoying, but we do have the auto brake hold!

[@Clark-f8z]

DSG is the best way to have it.

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment, I really appreciate your taking the time to watch the video!

[@Bambotb]

No one needs R in the city

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment, and for watching the video, I really appreciate it! You are right. You could probably make that argument for most cars on the road today, but the fact that we can get them makes it fun and interesting. We would live in a very boring world if we could only get the things we absolutely need and nothing more 😎

[@kade7102]

The Golf R is amazing. Buy a GTI.

[@Drivers-Edge]

Thank you so much for your comment and supporting my channel by watching the video!! The GTI is awesome and such a great option! I have recommended a few of my friends to get the GTI as well 😎