VW Polo 6 GTI 2018 - Review + Racetrack

[@Starcraft2Sonic]

This is one of the best Polo GTI 2018 review on KZbin (Thomas from Autogefuhl and Automanns being the other ones - but they weren't so complete as this). I've referred many of my friends to it as it answers a lot of questions - this review really hit the nail on the head. Great job Chris, and look forward to seeing more of your content. Appreciate your work. At least 100 views on this video come from me :)

[@Starcraft2Sonic]

The DRLs are not so great I feel. But the actual LED where the main power of the light comes from, is awesome! Especially with the full beam on. I agree it's not worth 1000 Euro, but it makes the car look SO Much better / Aggressive.

[@james65T]

The car doesn't have and lsd, so that says a lot about his knowledgse about the GTI. It only has An XDS elektronic lsd with betaling inputs to copy a real lsd. A real lsd is something the fiesta ST and the I20N have. I would love it on the GTI. I still bought one though :-)

[@Starcraft2Sonic]

Update Incoming: A complete reprogramming of the ECU. 257 Hp (195 Hp stock) at 5322 RPM and 427 nM (318 nM stock) of torque at 2774 RPM. This was measured at 37 degrees Celsius and 65% humidity at sea level (1011 millibars). After the tune the car is a beast. The tune costs 1000Euro with the best tuner. Everyday driving is comfy, but when u step on it - it rips through the gears. MPG is about the same with an average of 6.7 L/ 100 KM for long term driving (average of the last 3 fuel ups). This is the equivalent to 42 mpg (UK) or 15 km /L. The car is from 2018.

[@comahon2000]

Ordered mine last week. Not due till June though. Same colour as the one you tested with 18 inch wheels. Your review really helped me to make the decision to buy this latest Polo GTI.

[@stealth1692]

Chris O'Mahoney how is it?

[@lptomtom]

Yeah Chris, how is it?

[@t__uncensor1337]

Hey Chris, how is it?

[@alanmclean1191]

Ordered this exact spec back in January. Delivery date confirmed finally for 14th may. The countdown begins

[@Schnapsbrennor]

xD Danke yt, dass du mir gezeigt hast wo der beste E-Auto channel auf deutsch herkommt :)

[@tobiasmeier6887]

Thank you Chris @ Car Mania. This review is the best I've seen so far. I really enjoy driving my Polo GTI :-) . I had a Golf GTI before and so far I never regretted "settling" for the Polo GTI...

[@LabofmusicRecords]

Sprachmonster - Car Maniac

[@Basnandez]

This car is legit

[@tredfxman]

I forgot my name Check the 2017 GTI Clubsport @ my channel! ;)

[@Starcraft2Sonic]

I hope so - I'm ordering mine on Friday :( / :)

[@poplaurentiu4148]

No doubt this is very nice in town outside but i wait because Volkswagen boss stated that next year 2018 they will announce if they going to made the new T-Roc in R-level of trim, and i think that will be better for me.. having a bigger position to see better up-front & much more ground clearance in a capable car since i also go most weekends for outdoors activities like: fishing, kayak, mountain trips to explore caves, in winter snowboarding.. so yeah it will replace nicely previous Yeti that i will give it away for my little sister to use it for herself.. i can't wait to see what decision they will take for the new T-Roc.. even like Golf a GTE version of T-Roc would be nice, so yeah.. fingers crossed ! ;)

[@Starcraft2Sonic]

That sounds awesome! I hope they make it like you want it sir :o) Time will tell what those VW executives are thinking!

[@Alexlegrand294]

Sanket Matu Did you get it ?

[@nevillevaneerten]

2 months, 5000km and this is a fantastic replacement for the Fiesta ST. No regrets I didn’t replace it with another ST. The ride is so much less choppy and I don’t have the tail bone pain anymore after long trips compared to the Ford. Now that I have confidence in it, it goes through corners just as fast but accelerates to higher speed much better. Fuel economy, no comparison. Same driving style I am consistently getting 15-20% better! Plus I don’t need to use 98 Octane. With it being a detuned engine I am happy to put 95 in every third tank. The gearbox is fantastic. My wife used to get neck pain and could never get comfortable, now she is happy to go on long trips in it Downside, not the precise feel in the steering, and a couple of rattles in the front door panels due to the robotic sealing, covered under warranty..

[@Starcraft2Sonic]

Update 2023: So Feb 2023 update. Wet DSG gearbox is going well. Only oil changes and regular maintainence required. Done around 75,000 km with the professional ECU tune / dyno and drives like a dream. No rattles or sqeaks. The fuel efficiency is up to 18.3 km/L now as my commuter route is on country roads. Might have to sell due to personal reasons, but really hope I can keep it around another 5 to 10 yrs as it is going well. Electronics no issues, running with Android Auto and Oneplus 7 Pro phone. Still catches gazes of knowers and car enthusiasts. It's a very popular model in Denmark - and I can totally see why. Buy a used model from 2018 and save a pretty penny although this car is holding up around 80% of its value still (2018-2023). Sounds crazy I know.

[@mannymarukzn]

Nice review. Thank you Chris.

[@CarManiac_Chris]

Manny Maru really happy that you like it!!!

[@juusohamalainen7507]

My wife ordered a Polo GTI before Xmas. She is now waiting for delivery in April or May. Crazy to order without a single test drive. But the base models were rather good. They just didn't have any engine, only a one liter starter.

[@juusohamalainen7507]

And thank you for the fluent, delailed, long enough and enjoyable test video.

[@CarManiac_Chris]

Juuso Hämäläinen your welcome :-) thank you back!!

[@Alexlegrand294]

Great Video Chris!! I have ordered my Polo GTI yesterday. Because of your great job and detailed test!!

[@spondev]

You are doing a great job, Chris! Love your videos!

[@CarManiac_Chris]

Stanislav Pondev thank you stanislav! That's akways nice to hear!

[@vironized8606]

Lustig, wenn man nur die neueren - ausschließlich E-Autos behandelnden - Videos von Chris kennt ;-)

[@MrJapaneseSoda]

I test drove one the other day, it was amazing. Fun car with quality feel, getting mine very soon.

[@oliviermarchant9215]

Harry Simpson you have it already? I am going to order mine in august :)

[@MikaElf]

Great review. Interior of new Polo GTI looks awesome.

[@primiq]

I just love polo's, ever since 2009 versions, they've looked amazing and now we have this.. WOW

[@justinoppermann3997]

Indeed. Have the Polo 6R as a first car and it looks beutiful

[@thomas1x635]

@@justinoppermann3997 what year?

[@robertbob5597]

. This polo is really fine. Good review. As always. Thanx

[@CarManiac_Chris]

Robert Bob thank you Bob! Was lots of work :-)

[@markharrison9247]

Great review I own a 2019 and love it, I have had Golf Rs but love everything the Polo GTI can do in normal life, plus you have a little car with a 2.0 LT engine it is good on the B roads and on the Motorway a GT Tourer , love it

[@precit]

Top review, very comprehensive. thanks Chris.

[@oscarurena170]

It was a great video, thank you for sharing it with us. I got me a Polo GTI and is a fantastic car, the GTI insignia really means 100% GTI.

[@LyricsVids247]

best reviewer on youtube

[@CarManiac_Chris]

+LyricsVids247 well that's really a compliment!! A big thank you :-)

[@ZeitdiebX]

Bei 14:51 hast Du mich gehabt, Chris... das fette Grinsen beim Rausbeschleunigen aus der Kurve ... meiner kommt im Juni .. ja, dieses Video war das letzte Pünktchen, das meine Kaufentscheidung beeinflusst hat. Klasse Vid...

[@MohNav1985]

I must say that this is the most thorough review out there, I've owned a mk7 GTD for 3 years, currently been driving a A3 black edition S line 2017 plate for 2 and half years, was looking at BMW 1 series, but now quickly falling in love with this 1, got a test drive next week, and you've just confirmed my decision before I drive it lol... I'm swinging towards the limestone grey as I'm in my early 30's looks classy and grown up :-) Thank you Chris for this great review, keep up the good work, wishing you all the best boss!

[@ring_dang_do]

Can't wait my polo Gti my current 1.8L is getting traded in on this. Love this new model

[@nasreenpatel8380]

Ratmo Gambo phenol wjmqsp

[@TheJiminiflix]

I have a standard TSI 2011 model in this colour. Its a diesel and so economical and quick. Love driving the Polo!! This is a completely different car but still a Polo in spirit. I like the new model. It being a bit larger is a good idea but the whole point of the Polo is to be an economical small car. If you want a reliable small car, Polo is great, Buy petrol, they are just as economical as the diesel and no issues with exhaust filters.

[@vedat2389]

Der Erfolg ist bei solchen Reviews dir nicht mehr zu nehmen. Du machst die Videos als Autofan und nicht als ein gelangweilter Autojournalist. Glückwunsch.

[@CarManiac_Chris]

Musculus Sternocleidomastoideus na da sage ich mal danke :-) ist natürlich schön zu hören/sehen, dass sich die Arbeit lohnt! Woche Viewer wie du sind da natürlich ein Segen ;-)

[@tamaramastilo2588]

+Car Mania £

[@fetterchinese24]

N Deutscher jaaa vllt auch ein Österreicher

[@HiMyNameWaffy]

Ordering mine today! Thanks for the great review.

[@christopherreed442]

Good review. Looks like a real premium spec with good space inside, this would replace the need for a Golf in my situation. I wouldn't say that I like the sound of it though.

[@SinkyYT]

One of the pedestrian safety features should be to automatically sound the horn if someone does step in front of the car while it's moving.

[@pharmajoe5468]

Fast schon eine Zeitreise - wenn man Chris heute sieht.

[@akki1337]

This is the first video I have watched and it is worth spending 30min on this video. Subscribed. :)

[@CarManiac_Chris]

MUGEN you don't know how happy I am to hear that :-) thank you!!!

[@richardoliver9054]

Excellent review! I’m test driving one this weekend. Very keen to grab soon and the colour will be as you tested. Thank you for making my decision so much clearer with your comprehensive and enjoyable review...

[@alan330504]

Like your enthusiastic and honest reviews

[@CarManiac_Chris]

Alan Hickens oh cool thanks!!

[@davidhayes4814]

Clearly the Polo GTI is nearly all the car that the mark 7.5 Golf GTI is. This implies that The new Golf of 2 years’ time will be moved on/up a little. However, if you spec the New Polo GTI up to current Golf GTI format, then difference in price diminishes somewhat. Golf GTI residuals tend to be amongst the best too.

[@ianhowroydishmanu1969]

Ive just ordered the R line polo in orange 👍😎🔥

[@marcomarkproductions]

gti is better

[@munserkiybrat8716]

When you receive it ?

[@munserkiybrat8716]

IAN HOWROYD when you received ?

[@OdinMMA]

This is a really fantastic and comprehensive review and you may have convinced me to purchase this car. Vielen dank!

[@Chanddrakanth]

Really cool, thanks Chris for the detailed explanation which I'm looking at..

[@big_gooch1601]

17th may for mine cannot wait I want it now

[@pedmrvieira]

congratulations! excellent test. Pedro from Portugal.

[@CarManiac_Chris]

Pedro Vieira thank you a lot Pedro!!

[@cooking4times]

I love the Polo! I wish we had it available in the USA.

[@jurgenjurgeni9876]

vw is going all the way up

[@PatrickvonMassow]

This is the Polo, not the up!, though ;).

[@jurgenjurgeni9876]

lol

[@squirtlydude6812]

Im all the way up

[@Andrew4337]

First Car Mania video watched. Very enjoyable informative and professionally done. Will subscribe.

[@itzed]

I wish we could get this in the states.

[@epistte]

I'd love to have a Polo Gti in the US. This car is closer to the 2 GTis (mk2 -4) that I had in college and soon after. I still want the 6-speed manual.

[@Swimjoy]

Good job Chris! Now it’s even harder to wait mine to arrive🚗!

[@pauljansen2002]

I'm in the same boat and feel what you mean! I ordered mine November 3 and have to wait till about March 15, a long wait.

[@Starcraft2Sonic]

Try ordering this Friday and waiting till May! :-O Lol VW...

[@pauljansen2002]

It will be a hit, my small dealership already has ordered 3 GTI's till November 3, maybe that's the reason it will take that long (or the Spanish workers are not so quick ;-). Better a little later than with small defects as you can see in the video above at 6 and 43 seconds from the start AND in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXXcenSPqcehrqs (other car) at 6 min 50 ~ 7 min 10. THE RED PAINT OF THE GTI LOGO IS GETTING OFF ALREADY :-(( !!!

[@jeanenyeka7074]

Swimjoy bgzx

[@andyfairchild2383]

I’ve got one coming in a few weeks, can’t wait! Traded up from the last model GTI so I’m interested to see the difference. Thanks for the review 👍

[@RyanSheppard]

Great review, GTI crew checkin in.

[@georgevenetsanos7364]

Great review. As for the tinted glasses if you live in a country such as mine (Greece) with long summers and high irridiation levels then tiinted glasses are very good for interior persevation.

[@harunakz]

Perfect review 👍

[@MrLoose26]

great thorough review .. car looks really nice and fun to drive hopefully ill get one these

[@bhudaarbanele1299]

golf can go to hell. This is a beast 😍🔥😍

[@VeniVidiAjax]

Yea, rather get a Polo GTI than a Golf with some options on it.

[@pauljansen2002]

That's exactly the reason why I ordered this GTI, the Golf is way to big. I will mount a GTS Black www.racechip.de/ . 250 hp no problem :-).

[@tredfxman]

You'v got to be joking without realizing it. Check my channel & realizy why!

[@pauljansen2002]

You are replying to?

[@Chowbizful]

volkswagen polf someone ?

[@reddevilkev]

He looks exactly like that masterchef cook

[@Shadow_Blazer]

This car is amazing I really want one now.. But can't decided between.. White, reef blue, red and Grey... Their all fantastic colours.

[@hcooC]

Good one man, thanks!! Totally considering getting one of these! You've been a great help.

[@Andreas1818]

I'm still searching for a replacement for my Fiesta ST. I need more practicality so this could be a good choice for me.

[@Starcraft2Sonic]

I've tried the Fiesta ST and loved it. But the Polo feels more grown up, and with the 2,0 Tsi engine it was a no brainer for me. I have a feeling that this car will be a hit in Europe because it's a mini Golf GTI. It's just a bit smaller, maybe little less prestige, but lighter, cheaper and more fun! What's not to love.

[@nevillevaneerten]

Yes I have replaced my Fiesta ST with this, 2 weeks to go!

[@nevillevaneerten]

2 months, 5000km and this is a fantastic replacement for the Fiesta ST. No regrets I didn’t replace it with another ST. The ride is so much less choppy and I don’t have the tail bone pain anymore after long trips compared to the Ford. Now that I have confidence in it, it goes through corners just as fast but accelerates to higher speed much better. Fuel economy, no comparison. Same driving style I am consistently getting 15-20% better! Plus I don’t need to use 98 Octane. With it being a detuned engine I am happy to put 95 in every third tank. The gearbox is fantastic. My wife used to get neck pain and could never get comfortable, now she is happy to go on long trips in it Downside, not the precise feel in the steering, and a couple of rattles in the front door panels due to the robotic sealing, covered under warranty..

[@Starcraft2Sonic]

Awesome! Sounds like you are enjoying it Neville. I would have to say I am also enjoying the Polo GTI. I look forward to drive it, and every jounrey is a joy whether I am cruising to work, or "playing" with the car in Sports mode. I haven't had any issues as yet, so sorry to hear about your fron panels were rattling? So it was covered under warranty? That's good to hear. I would have to agree that the car feels comfortable for long journeys (I spend around 24-25 hrs a month in the car just for work). I am looking for a chptune from a reputable tuner here in Denmark, Copenhagen. Can't wait to see what it can do! :)

[@tobiasmeier6887]

@@Starcraft2Sonic Good to hear that you love your Polo GTIs that much; so do I. I used to drive a Golf GTI and really now that I have the Polo I can save a considerable amount of money and have as much fun as I used to in the Golf. The Polo GTI is a great little car :-) .

[@2555Edu]

the only thing the polo should have is a manual option, it's a sin such a good hatchback not having a manual gearbox

[@stephengriffin4990]

Great drive thanking you Chris.

[@iskanderbuyuk4946]

this car has more torque and power than BMW 320i M Sport 2021 let that sink in

[@flawlessice]

Excellent, thorough review. I brought a 2017 Polo GTI after testing driving the Ford ST and love it. Definitely a pocket rocket. Not sure if I like the new shape or not,, a lot of creases on the body work. Big improvement with the dashboard. Not sure if it would be worth swapping in the future....

[@MrAndyp72]

fantastic review has made my mind up to get the polo gti

[@MrPublicitizen]

who sees the quality of construction of this car and what is offered by the VW in Brazil even cries!

[@hans0747]

Excellent and clear video

[@pauljansen2002]

I ordered the right car! Chris, thanks for the nice video, a pity to have to wait till March 15 to get it :-(.

[@CarManiac_Chris]

pauljansen2002 uhh that's a long time.. I know how it is to wait that long.. I hope the video could increase your anticipation :-)

[@pauljansen2002]

Yes, can't wait Chris! Finally a go kart car like my first one, a lowered (BBS/Koni) Golf 1 GTI (1978), a wolf in sheep clothes. Your face at 14:58 says it all :-).

[@douglasmiranda899]

pauljansen2002 can you tell me the price that you paid?

[@pauljansen2002]

We are not so lucky in Holland and have to pay € 6.861 "fun" tax extra and our statetax is 21%. So with all the extra's the car costs € 38.500!!! I got 8% off the price because I had no car to trade in.

[@pauljansen2002]

So, that's late! We could testdrive a normal Comfortline Polo in Oktober. I had the precise details and prices for all Polo's at August 1. So I waited till I could have a testdrive to at least see and feel the car live although it was no GTI (press presentation December 1). Now I have to wait till the GTI is available in Holland for a spin, maybe before the end of 2017? I heard 2 customers ordered a GTI unseen, they will get it in week 9 2018.

[@hariskarvounis]

really good reviewer loved the video

[@norniron9986]

Hi Chris, thanks for the in depth videos on the Polo GTi and the Up GTi. Really enjoyed the information. My wife and I have ordered the POLO GTi but as you know, we have to wait until May to see it arrive here in the UK. One question I have for you though is regarding your above statement that the GTi comes with a Beats Sound system. All I can read from various sources is that we get the standard tinny speaker set up. Any further info from you would be most welcome and if you are correct, it will be a surprise bonus. Keep up the professional standard of your reviews!

[@anthonywilliamson7323]

Fantastic review

[@absolutewarrior4253]

When you add in the optional extras its around the same price as a S1 Quattro.. if I had to choose between this or a Quattro I would pick the 4 wheel drive obviously.

[@jennitr9177]

Gehst ja schon fast als Amerikaner durch :) super Review

[@road-runner]

Awesome car (hopefully my next one!) and great review. Thanks!

[@neilhollands4863]

Excellent review Sir

[@forestshark59]

This is beautiful

[@malanthrope]

I'm proudly going for halogen lamps :)

[@abayamangali]

Limestone grey looks amazing

[@pokest225]

So now the dsg doesn't limit the torque to 250nm like in the older model. Full 320nm now even with dsg. Very good .

[@CarManiac_Chris]

pokest225 yes and that's a big advantage!

[@pauljansen2002]

Yes, the put the bigger "wet" DQ250 in :-). 400 Nm is no problem, see en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Direct-shift_gearbox . I will order the GTS Black with app as well. See this for the old Polo GTI, the new one will easily put out 250 hp www.racechip.de/shop/vw/polo-v-6r_6c-ab-2009/1-8-gti-1798ccm-192ps-141kw-320nm.html .

[@pokest225]

pauljansen2002 what turbo does it have? Is20 like the Golf? Or smaller? Is the engine software the only difference between the polo and the Golf engine?

[@pauljansen2002]

I'm not sure, maybe somebody can tell? I think that VW will take the same EA888 of the shelf, much cheaper to change the software. VW can handle software véry well, haha...(diesel)... The same EA888 comes with 230 hp (Golf GTI) and 190 hp in the T-Roc. Easy to change the software. Of course the Polo GTI has no 230 hp standard, VW wants to sell his Golf GTI as well and has more room to "improve" in the future in an midlife update of to create a difference in an R version.

[@Caymanec]

pauljansen2002 t-roc and golf gti have different 2.0 engines! There are a lot of differences.

[@KING0SISQO]

I can see why they made the dash red. But I don’t think it works for the majority. It should be a selectable choice or at least the body colour of the car.

[@ALEX-xw8nl]

I just love this colour

[@crttft9203]

Really good review - thanks.

[@mateueliasdequiros9154]

Chris I'm from Mallorca,get this polo and go to Valldemosa,god village and better road to test this car. Good video 👨

[@CarManiac_Chris]

mateu elias de quiros thank you!! Unfortunately I'm already back in Germany :-(

[@mateueliasdequiros9154]

Car Mania,this circuit is for littles cars.I see a Clio wins to m3 in this circuit.

[@CarManiac_Chris]

mateu elias de quiros sure it is. This wouldn't be fun with more than 400hp..

[@davidsonmotta8062]

Muito Lindo o Carro Volkswagen está de Parabéns!!

[@PeterPeel]

Nice video. I have subscribed to your channel. Greetings Peter

[@CarManiac_Chris]

Peter Peel thank you Peter Happy to hear :-)

[@ozzyg82]

Got a new sub out of me, nice review 👍🏻

[@GMWMW]

This is a very good review. shame the tail lights are not full red led!

[@chopin75pianista]

Polo GTI forever 👍👍👍👍

[@Sweezy1986]

Really nice video!!! Thank you!

[@andypatterson530]

Great review. Cheers

[@vasilispagonas1553]

Nice review Chris Thank you very much

[@JackKing12.]

Nice review. I'm edging towards the gti than the A1 40tfsi - more kit less money...

[@g4m778]

Hello Chris, first of all thank you for your review, i’m looking for a stylish and dynamic car to buy and you kinda talked about all that we would need.

[@g4m778]

As an improvement, you can maybe make the tests shorter and split topics like : a video for infotainement linked here, a video for practical aspects, another with 360* inside view, for instance.. so your main video will be more dynamic. What do you think about that ?

[@jeffersonstenio9112]

Top😎 ...Muito bonito!! Brasil🇧🇷

[@fasthracing]

Good review.

[@linomezzadri5181]

_Like for Polo GTI & this video. Ciao.

[@jacquescloete2711]

Love it! but am I the only one getting MINI JCW vibes from this car?

[@LoveLikeaHurricane]

I like the seats in this more than the golf gti seats. In USA, we still don’t get Multi port injection!!!! I hope next generation Gti in USA will finally get MPI

[@CarManiac_Chris]

Love Like a Hurricane sorry for you guys :-(

[@l.o.s.t7145]

the stoplamp like aftermarket

[@scottroberts5529]

Wish they would bring this over to the states

[@pauljansen2002]

Import yourself?

[@thecraziestbear]

Cool little car

[@Moisi547]

A real fight btw brothers golf/polo

[@MrSavage100]

Getting the 2023 version of this is it worth it