I have the 2023 GLI. It’s a GREAT car. Drives , makes turns in the mountains magnificently. I’ve gotten many compliments from people at gas stations, parking lots, etc.
I have the same car, except I have the metallic rims which seems to be a rarity from what I am told. I was just at the car wash and the head guy came out and looked it over and talked to me for 5 mins about it. He wanted to know all the details and how it handles and all. It definitely turns heads and since there aren't THAT many of them on the road, it feels nice being in a unique car.
I love my GLI 35. Mine is just over 60k Miles no issues. The car has a IE stage 1 tune with the stock air intake just snow guard removed and a drop in air filter. Only complaints I have is if the car is running you cant lock the door. which sucks for warming up during the cold winter months.
I have the same car in white. Not a 35th anniversary but the GLI S. Best car I have owned (owned many Audis and BMWs) minus some of the weird buzzing coming from the rear view mirror and other plastic bits that are low quality.
@@yay842 VW has pretty much the best interior in its price range, and the GLI/GTI aint no slouch, just throw a downloadable tune on there and you get 300+hp
the best thing about those afordable manual cheap turbo cars is that you can make stage 2 for a couple grands and you have 300+ loud horses with a stick and have a ton of fun. have a nice day
Not just saying this cause Continental is your sponsor, but the stock tires are absolute garbage! My 2023 GLI grips so much better with Extreme Contact DWS06 tires on it!
I just put those same tires on my 2018 GTI and they are so much better than the crap OEM Hankook. Only drawback is noticeably poorer fuel economy, around 10% worse. Obviously more rolling resistance because they actually have confidence inspiring grip, but they are def not Eco or low rolling resistance tires.
@@wildone8369 agreed on the OEM Hankooks! They were terrible! Thankfully, I’m still getting over 40 mpg on the highway with the DWS06s. The GLI is so underrated for a balance of fuel economy and fun performance.
I purchased a new 1984 Jetta GLI (2 door coupe), from York Volkswagen in Toronto. It was white, with a blue interior. Strangers at stop lights and at gas stations would ask me what kind of car it was! Many asked me if it was a BMW. It went like a bat out of hell (for the day) and had the greatest turn radius. To this day, it's on my favourite car list.
I had a 2019 GLI Autobahn, and it was a great sedan for daily use and road trips. It was fast and zippy enough without being overpowered or uncomfortable for regular use. The manual transmission was fantastic, and I'm glad to see they (mostly) didn't screw up a car that worked (although I wouldn't not have wanted to give up the actual buttons on the steering wheel).
Been dailying the GLI for 3 years with my family in Montreal (2021 manual tranny Autobahn trim). Couldn’t be happier with it, it’s the perfect car for my needs without paying 15k more
31k bargain lol…. You guys are screwed. You can get an ICE COROLLA with goodies enough to satisfy your everyday needs for around 26k and cheaper to operate on a long term
@@alvinsimba734 Corolla does not make 228HP. That is the most boring thing one could do. If you want a car that does A to B then sure Corolla is good but this caters to people who want a little more than just a commuter car.
@@ryanenjoysart Elantra! Really! That shows that you have no idea what are you taking about. Good luck with cilinders scoring at 35000 km on you Elantra!
@@sienna2785 the exact drivetrain used in the elantra n has been used in models like the veloster n and has proven itself to be a reliable and potent engine. You have no idea what you're talking about and clearly your perspective is of someone who hasn't done any research. The elantra N is one of the most beloved cars in its class for a reason.
Never understand the "it's not cutting edge enough" complaint on the mk7s. The car literally started as another car with a trunk. A Jetta has almost always been a car that takes the performance lessons learned around VW, and packages it in a daily sedan. It's an incredibly fun car, especially if it's your introduction to a modern sedan. (Also we got the active dampering in the US for the 40th. Weird they skipped out on canada)
I have the 2023 and what a great car! I love it inside and out. I love how it just comes one way. Take it or leave it. No messing around with options or packages. That is how all cars should come.
Given what dealers are trying to charge on some more sporty vehicles this is definitely a VERY attractive option in general. It's using the same engine as the GTI just detuned, the ea888 engine is extremely reliable and the 7spd DSG or the 6spd is exactly the same from the Golf GTI and R, for a lot less money. The interior and UI is everything that the Golf R should have been. Hands down, it's just better and cheaper.
I think its a fitting end to an outdated design. I actually owned an 1985 Jetta GLI manual (my first new car), and seeing this one brings back all those old memories. It was a really fun car to drive back then.
This car reminds me of my 1986 16v GLI. It's refreshing to see VW has stuck with the same sporty front drive manual sedan format. If you like the GTI, but can't live with a hatchback, then the GLI is a great option, especially at 29k USD.
I bought a brand new 1984 Jetta GLI in silver with a crank sunroof, 5 speed and it had cool wheels while also having a different dashboard than the GTI of the time. Memorable car for me that I wish I still had as it was very rare.
I own this car. Purchased a month a ago. Very pleased with it. VW dealer told me "no more manual transmissions after the 2024 model year" that's one of the reasons why I bought it
@@cgrist7000 With financing, and trade in of my 2020 Jetta S line (base model, under 20K miles and in excellent condition) 25K. The sticker price was running 31K
Purchased the 2024 Autobahn trim about 5 months ago and am in love with this car, reliable, comfortable, sporty enough, the analog controls are such a relief... could not be happier, especially for the price
I wish you guys also do a night time driving section where you also talk about the ambient lighting as well as the tech such as LED laser lights on certain cars etc etc and other creature comforts.
I traded in my ‘22 SI for this. Here are some key comparisons: Civic SI pros: Bose Audio - Hands down the best factory sound system I’ve experienced in a car. Gearbox - Short throws and auto rev match system made the car so easy / fun to drive. Brake Hold - designated brake hold button perfect for sitting in traffic / drive thru. Car is held every time you come to a full stop and does not disengage until you go to take off again (same with hill start assist). VW lacks the brake hold but even when using hill start assist you have to hold your RPMs steady and wait for the brakes to release for about 1.5 seconds which can be annoying when in heavy traffic areas and you’re trying to peel out quickly. Interior - the climate control knobs / radio knobs feel nicer and have satisfying clicks. The rear seats have more room than the VW but Honda has far less trunk space. Jetta GLI Pros: Engine - While the Honda feels fast, the VW actually is. The bump in 30 HP and 60 ft lb of torque is very noticeable and i no longer feel like i have to work hard to pass family SUVs / sedans on the interstate. Digital Dash & infotainment - Customization options are endless with the VW. Performance displays, gesture controls & more to name a few. Steering Wheel - flat bottom and feels absolutely awesome in your hands. A lot of folks complain about the haptic feedback on the VW wheel but it doesn’t bother me. Heated Seats - not an option on US Civic SI At the end of the day, both cars are super fun. I do not regret making the swap to the VW but really enjoyed my time with the Honda ( 1 year 8 months and 40k miles). If you do elect to go with the VW make sure you opt for a manual 🙂
What also needs mentioned is the tunability of VW's. They are de-tuned from factory for emissions and good fuel economy but all it takes is a software flash from one of several big tuning companies and you're up over 300 hp and 350 lb ft of torque. The perfect package if you are in the market for an affordable sedan.
Hmmmm really, is that right, sounds interesting...but I'm still planning on getting a Golf R because I want the AWD, it annoys me that they don't make an AWD GLI when the Audi A3 is basically the same car
@@alee2128 of course the Golf R is a fantastic pick. Just don’t be surprised if in a roll race you are gapped by a GLI. Suffers a lot less drive line loss but obviously is terrible from a dig. The fact that you don’t have to tune the Golf R and it’s bloody fast - therefore your warranty stays intact is a huge plus. While I love this engine, if you tune it, expect it will have issues down the road. The cost of a tune on the hardware itself cannot be underestimated nor understated. Anyone who tells you that it won’t affect longevity is lying to you or themselves. But if you are OK with that cost? Then absolutely worth doing it knowing the risks. I’d go with a Golf R too. It’s a beautiful car and AWD is the goat.
@@TheLumberJacked thanks, I can't do much to my GLI since it's under a seven year full warranty I'd rather not break, dealership is hassling me to get the '24 Golf R since it's pretty much the last year but then I'd be stuck for another seven years lol...so I'm planning on getting a '19-'22, whichever year in there at a decent price...I'm gonna keep that engine advice in mind, that's kinda why I really wanted an STI
At this price point, you can't go wrong. I would opt for the full option GLI, you get a whole lot more for the buck. On a lease, it is negligible. This is on my next car list currently driving a 2022 Jetta Comfortline without the Sport Package and must say that I wished that I had the Electronic Differential.
. @ghaithalkayyem6012 Yes I do, however DO GET the Sport Package as it offers the Electronic Differential (XDS) for Canada. I have been in situations where I was one wheel spinning and it could have been very problematic, especially in wet surfaces (not deep snow or ice for say). In terms of bang for the back, the Sport Package gives you quite a bit as well.
As somebody who has owned a 2019 gli 35 since 2020, its a great daily for the money, gets good mpg, out of the box for sure faster than a si (came from a 2017 si coupe) good all around car for the money that has some fun to drive, while doing the day to day great, 100% a car worth looking at if you're on a bit of a budget and want a car that can do it all without much compromise, not a hard edge performance car but that's really not what its meant to be, and its a much better daily car because of it
Been driving the 2019 GLI 35th edition in white with the manual six speed have the same experiences you had and now thinking of doing modifications and plan to hold onto it for a long time. stay safe and enjoy as you run it over 100,000 miles
Nice review. I liked my old 87 16v GLI a lot! Drove that for about 10 years. They did a great job on this sedan but I don't care for the all black rims. I would probably go with the upgraded spec with adaptive suspension.
For the states the only thing missing is leather and the premium sound. I own a 40th here in the US and I have the dynamic suspension and adaptive dampers
2004 GLI was good, back when you had special bucket recaros, BBS wheels, body kit, big brakes, different transmission, etc... these days special edition is alias for special badges LOL
@@somerandomfella Apple's products don't require billions of dollars in investment per product, they have a 1-year lifespan (rather than the 5 typical to the auto industry), they cost around $1000 vs $30,000+, a recall would include you mailing back a small rectangle vs whatever remediation would be required for a vehicle, etc. etc. etc.
👌 That would be the perfect GLI for me. Turbo engine. Very mechanical. LSD, no electronic suspension, no electronic seats, manual transmission. Take the sunroof out to make it even better.
i now have only one criticism about this youtube channel.. it's the ai generated voice at the beginning of the videos, it makes them feel less genuine. if anything, either of you should be reading what was written instead
I just bought a 6spd 40th Anniversary GLI. Have been loving it so far! Interesting some of the differences between my US car and the Canadian version. I do not have a sunroof or a heated steering wheel but do have the adaptive dampers. I don’t mind losing out on the luxury features in exchange for a last hooray for the manual VW sedan.
I just bought this exact car. Picking it up tomorrow. Bought it because it says 1984 in the cup holder. Yep... George Orwell :) I'm the guy you're talking about in the video. 1984 does mean something special to me. Edward Snowden :)
I have the same exact car as my daily, except the US version doesn’t have a sunroof but does have the adaptive suspension. Such a great car for the price, and a rare manual sedan driving experience in 2024. It’s almost as much fun as the M2 that gets to stay in the garage during the work week.
I just bought a 21. Good deal and plus I.dont love the red vent covers on the bottom of the refresh.. But either way. Shocked how much it's like my past gtis and golfs
I have the 2020 R-Line Jetta, 1.4l turbo w/ manual transmission. I'm sad manual sedans are being phased out. Would you trade up for this model? I even have the same snow brush. Lol!
I Graduated in 1984, and the new VW Jetta looks nothing like the Jetta that I remember. Still a good-looking car, and at least it still has a Manual transmission!
Looking for a vw at this time. Dealerships are putting about 3k on profit for a leasing on their cars . The whole 0 down 0 first month payment is a higher monthly payment and it’s not that great of a option but we will look high and low for the right deal 😊
You should look into the A4 Allroad. I just recently ordered a 24 from Audi & its a lil bigger than the Jetta but is almost a 1:1 for size class if you want a GLi wagon. It comes with the 45 engine so 261hp 273lbs torque, 0-60s in low 5s so a good bit quicker stock, AWD Quattro instead of FWD, extremely nice interior quality, big brakes, full pano roof etc. I had a Mk7 GLi & loved it but the interior was so bad, but it was also a $32k car fully loaded. This Allroad remedies everything that was wrong with my GLi but it costs $59k for the Prestige fully loaded trim I ordered but it's absolutely worth it
Backend is more Skoda than VW. I remember the Jetta was always the 4-dr. Golf/Rabbit, so that extra rear quarter window on the side was meant for the Passat and larger VW sedans.
l had a first gen GLI 90hp seemed to be enough back then 34k is a good deal these days I would buy the 40th anniversary for nostalgic reasons . The Mazda 3 GT is a little more but has a little less power but I would drive both to be sure
I've been cross shopping so many different cars, but I think this one might just be at the top of my list now. I had a Veloster N and would love an Elantra N, but I'm not willing to pay a mark up or haggle my ass off with a dealer. GLIs don't have that and that appeals to me.
I don’t understand why they made a limited edition, limited production model and then positioned it at the BOTTOM of model lineup. My son has a 2014 Edition 30 GLI and it was the top trim level, with every available option + HIDs. For some reason they’ve done the exact opposite here and I don’t see the appeal vs. the higher trims.
9:13 - Our Tiguan has the same thing; driver sunvisor adjusts forward and back but the passenger side sunvisor does not. Right now, it's not too much of an issue, but during the summer it absolutely sucks.
I got used to the current gen GTI's styling and bought one and actually really like it, but the front end of the GLI looks hideous to me. If I owned one, I would Badgeskins the hell out of the red accents. The rest of the car is great if you like sedans, especially for the price.
I have this new 2024 GLI w 6 speed manual in Pure Grey and the stock Hankook tires are terrible. The Yokohama Advan Sport I bought are much better. Getting air intake and turbo discharge pipe w/turbo muffler delete this week. I had a 2020 GLI manual and it is one of the best made. I mean, the only differece between this 2024 and my 2020 is the interior fabric, 40th badging,Adaptive cruise control,Comfort mode option in drive mode with DCC for smoother ride and black wheels. Silver lining, there only 1,984 made😁
The US version of the 40th edition gets the adaptive dampers but I think loses the sunroof. But for about $30k USD with adaptive dampers it looks to be a real performance bargain vs the autobahn trim
The current gen Jetta is ok but personally I would take the prior gen over it any day of the week … b’c it looks cheaper than the last gen; same with the last Passat and the earlier 06-11 gen.
I used to have a 2001 VW 1.8T which was very popular and the car to have at that time. Has Volkswagen made any progress in far as the dashboard engine light errors, such as maf sensor going out, misfiring, coilpack going bad. I remember it was a known issue.
My wife has a '22 GLI, it's a great car for the money. 2 comments - the gearing is WAY too tall, much taller than the GTI. Why? Gas mileage I presume, where it does absolutely shine. And - the visor test! Every time I ride as a passenger and need to extend that thing, I throw a rant just like you guys, because of the unbelievable cost-cutting move of not allowing ONE visor to extend. I've been thinking about writing the CEO directly to complain loudly about this, it's beyond annoying and absolutely unacceptable. Oh and the infotainment, while newer than unit in my '19 Golf R, is laggy and buggy, and the Beats sound is inferior to the old Fender setup. Other than those nits - fantastic car.
I would 100000% get this if they'd sort out their colour schemes. I get the red is traditional but it's just not that compatible with any body colour other than black and white. VW colours in general need a refresh...it's basically been the same palette for over a decade!
I feel like VW is doing some Frankenstein Jettas since they got parts from different ones, not all GLI 40th Anniversary have the same seats and the gear lever used to have red on it and some GLI 40th Anniversary have it, some have the physical buttons for volume, some others don't. That's so weird.
I hate that all the review sites dont even mention this cars GLI trim with all the other sporty small cars you can buy. They also fail to have a Clubman JCW in their comparisons as well.
Ive always been eyeing this car as something I might realistically be able to get. Id rather have an Integra type S buuut yea I dont have 60k so it is what is I guess.
This is literally one of the best sedans now a days for its price
I have the 2023 GLI. It’s a GREAT car. Drives , makes turns in the mountains magnificently. I’ve gotten many compliments from people at gas stations, parking lots, etc.
I have the same car, except I have the metallic rims which seems to be a rarity from what I am told. I was just at the car wash and the head guy came out and looked it over and talked to me for 5 mins about it. He wanted to know all the details and how it handles and all. It definitely turns heads and since there aren't THAT many of them on the road, it feels nice being in a unique car.
Bought one too, recently. I'm in love with this car.
Great review. I bought the 2019 35th Anniversary GLI in the same color. 48,000 miles and no problems so far. It still drives like new. 👍🏻
wtf is a mile?
I love my GLI 35. Mine is just over 60k Miles no issues. The car has a IE stage 1 tune with the stock air intake just snow guard removed and a drop in air filter. Only complaints I have is if the car is running you cant lock the door. which sucks for warming up during the cold winter months.
I have the same car in white. Not a 35th anniversary but the GLI S. Best car I have owned (owned many Audis and BMWs) minus some of the weird buzzing coming from the rear view mirror and other plastic bits that are low quality.
That price is hard to beat. Decently equipped, I think it looks nice. You could do a lot worst for 29k
It's a VW lmao
@@yay842…and?
@@yay842 what does that mean?
@@yay842The jettas seem to be pretty reliable. VW is about as reliable as any American car, if not more
@@yay842 VW has pretty much the best interior in its price range, and the GLI/GTI aint no slouch, just throw a downloadable tune on there and you get 300+hp
the best thing about those afordable manual cheap turbo cars is that you can make stage 2 for a couple grands and you have 300+ loud horses with a stick and have a ton of fun. have a nice day
ngl i miss the old intros that had music over some B roll, it introduced me to some bangers
Disco ball All day
MORE. More 6/10 cars, like an OG Rabbit. $30k purchase, manual ICE swagger, everyone is happy.
Not just saying this cause Continental is your sponsor, but the stock tires are absolute garbage! My 2023 GLI grips so much better with Extreme Contact DWS06 tires on it!
The DWS06 are real grippy boi’s for all seasons
I have dws06 on my 19’ Stage 2 GTI. Grips nice!!
I just put those same tires on my 2018 GTI and they are so much better than the crap OEM Hankook. Only drawback is noticeably poorer fuel economy, around 10% worse. Obviously more rolling resistance because they actually have confidence inspiring grip, but they are def not Eco or low rolling resistance tires.
@@wildone8369 agreed on the OEM Hankooks! They were terrible! Thankfully, I’m still getting over 40 mpg on the highway with the DWS06s. The GLI is so underrated for a balance of fuel economy and fun performance.
I used the same onmy MK6. Amazing allround tire
I purchased a new 1984 Jetta GLI (2 door coupe), from York Volkswagen in Toronto. It was white, with a blue interior. Strangers at stop lights and at gas stations would ask me what kind of car it was! Many asked me if it was a BMW. It went like a bat out of hell (for the day) and had the greatest turn radius. To this day, it's on my favourite car list.
Just got a 40th anniversary GLI today and it's so fun to drive
I had a 2019 GLI Autobahn, and it was a great sedan for daily use and road trips. It was fast and zippy enough without being overpowered or uncomfortable for regular use. The manual transmission was fantastic, and I'm glad to see they (mostly) didn't screw up a car that worked (although I wouldn't not have wanted to give up the actual buttons on the steering wheel).
what did you replace the GLI with?
@@halbum probably a crossover.
@@maximeparent3004 let the guy answer
Been dailying the GLI for 3 years with my family in Montreal (2021 manual tranny Autobahn trim). Couldn’t be happier with it, it’s the perfect car for my needs without paying 15k more
31K is a great price for a brand new car, especially one of this caliber. A bargain in today's world!
i think for the money the Elantra N is better for only slightly more but i do really like the looks of this anniversary edition
31k bargain lol…. You guys are screwed. You can get an ICE COROLLA with goodies enough to satisfy your everyday needs for around 26k and cheaper to operate on a long term
@@alvinsimba734 Corolla does not make 228HP. That is the most boring thing one could do. If you want a car that does A to B then sure Corolla is good but this caters to people who want a little more than just a commuter car.
@@ryanenjoysart Elantra! Really! That shows that you have no idea what are you taking about. Good luck with cilinders scoring at 35000 km on you Elantra!
@@sienna2785 the exact drivetrain used in the elantra n has been used in models like the veloster n and has proven itself to be a reliable and potent engine. You have no idea what you're talking about and clearly your perspective is of someone who hasn't done any research. The elantra N is one of the most beloved cars in its class for a reason.
I was going to get this version of the GLI but got a GTI mk8 base at the same price. No regrets what so ever!
I've been watching you guys for years, just wanted to say great job y'all make us smile 😁
Thank you 🙏
Never understand the "it's not cutting edge enough" complaint on the mk7s. The car literally started as another car with a trunk. A Jetta has almost always been a car that takes the performance lessons learned around VW, and packages it in a daily sedan. It's an incredibly fun car, especially if it's your introduction to a modern sedan. (Also we got the active dampering in the US for the 40th. Weird they skipped out on canada)
Autobahn trim gets it
@@slymarbo4046 the 40th anniversary model gets it in the states.
I have the 2023 and what a great car! I love it inside and out. I love how it just comes one way. Take it or leave it. No messing around with options or packages. That is how all cars should come.
Given what dealers are trying to charge on some more sporty vehicles this is definitely a VERY attractive option in general. It's using the same engine as the GTI just detuned, the ea888 engine is extremely reliable and the 7spd DSG or the 6spd is exactly the same from the Golf GTI and R, for a lot less money. The interior and UI is everything that the Golf R should have been. Hands down, it's just better and cheaper.
I love my 21 GLI dsg. They rip stock but when tuned they’re another animal
I think its a fitting end to an outdated design. I actually owned an 1985 Jetta GLI manual (my first new car), and seeing this one brings back all those old memories. It was a really fun car to drive back then.
That's funny, my first new car was an '87 Jetta GLI manual. Looking at this one to carry on the lineage some 37 years later!
@@davidcocke3764 my first Jetta was a Champagne Wolfsburg manual, man I wish I still had that car. Now I have a blue 40th and I love it.
This car reminds me of my 1986 16v GLI. It's refreshing to see VW has stuck with the same sporty front drive manual sedan format. If you like the GTI, but can't live with a hatchback, then the GLI is a great option, especially at 29k USD.
Crazy enough. This is 31.5k CAD... ~23k USD in Canada. Absolutely the best option at the price.
I bought a brand new 1984 Jetta GLI in silver with a crank sunroof, 5 speed and it had cool wheels while also having a different dashboard than the GTI of the time. Memorable car for me that I wish I still had as it was very rare.
I had an ‘87 golf with that same crank sunroof. And crank windows, and NO power steering lol. 5 spd manual too of course.
I also bought a 84 right out from high school, just order a 2024 Gli , sure bring back some memories.
I own this car. Purchased a month a ago. Very pleased with it. VW dealer told me "no more manual transmissions after the 2024 model year" that's one of the reasons why I bought it
what kind of deal did you get??
@@cgrist7000 With financing, and trade in of my 2020 Jetta S line (base model, under 20K miles and in excellent condition) 25K. The sticker price was running 31K
Wife wanted a RAV4 and I came home with a GLi instead. Couldn’t have made a better decision !
My mk7 with the same gen 3 motor has been incredibly reliable with standard maintenance. Hoping to get a dsg version of an MQB in the future
One of if not the best 4Cyl ever made
This is the car that i recommended to my friend for a entry level new practical enthusiast car.
Purchased the 2024 Autobahn trim about 5 months ago and am in love with this car, reliable, comfortable, sporty enough, the analog controls are such a relief... could not be happier, especially for the price
I wish you guys also do a night time driving section where you also talk about the ambient lighting as well as the tech such as LED laser lights on certain cars etc etc and other creature comforts.
I traded in my ‘22 SI for this. Here are some key comparisons:
Civic SI pros:
Bose Audio - Hands down the best factory sound system I’ve experienced in a car.
Gearbox - Short throws and auto rev match system made the car so easy / fun to drive.
Brake Hold - designated brake hold button perfect for sitting in traffic / drive thru. Car is held every time you come to a full stop and does not disengage until you go to take off again (same with hill start assist). VW lacks the brake hold but even when using hill start assist you have to hold your RPMs steady and wait for the brakes to release for about 1.5 seconds which can be annoying when in heavy traffic areas and you’re trying to peel out quickly.
Interior - the climate control knobs / radio knobs feel nicer and have satisfying clicks. The rear seats have more room than the VW but Honda has far less trunk space.
Jetta GLI Pros:
Engine - While the Honda feels fast, the VW actually is. The bump in 30 HP and 60 ft lb of torque is very noticeable and i no longer feel like i have to work hard to pass family SUVs / sedans on the interstate.
Digital Dash & infotainment - Customization options are endless with the VW. Performance displays, gesture controls & more to name a few.
Steering Wheel - flat bottom and feels absolutely awesome in your hands. A lot of folks complain about the haptic feedback on the VW wheel but it doesn’t bother me.
Heated Seats - not an option on US Civic SI
At the end of the day, both cars are super fun. I do not regret making the swap to the VW but really enjoyed my time with the Honda ( 1 year 8 months and 40k miles). If you do elect to go with the VW make sure you opt for a manual 🙂
I got a blue one, absolutely love it. I like the basics more, less stuff to break.
What also needs mentioned is the tunability of VW's. They are de-tuned from factory for emissions and good fuel economy but all it takes is a software flash from one of several big tuning companies and you're up over 300 hp and 350 lb ft of torque. The perfect package if you are in the market for an affordable sedan.
it would be 300 wheel hp not crank. pretty good if u ask me
Ya I had the 2019 (same basic car) APR high torque tune. 326hp 350tq and it absolutely eats many cars from a roll. Comfy car too. Worth it.
Hmmmm really, is that right, sounds interesting...but I'm still planning on getting a Golf R because I want the AWD, it annoys me that they don't make an AWD GLI when the Audi A3 is basically the same car
@@alee2128 of course the Golf R is a fantastic pick. Just don’t be surprised if in a roll race you are gapped by a GLI. Suffers a lot less drive line loss but obviously is terrible from a dig.
The fact that you don’t have to tune the Golf R and it’s bloody fast - therefore your warranty stays intact is a huge plus. While I love this engine, if you tune it, expect it will have issues down the road. The cost of a tune on the hardware itself cannot be underestimated nor understated. Anyone who tells you that it won’t affect longevity is lying to you or themselves. But if you are OK with that cost? Then absolutely worth doing it knowing the risks.
I’d go with a Golf R too. It’s a beautiful car and AWD is the goat.
@@TheLumberJacked thanks, I can't do much to my GLI since it's under a seven year full warranty I'd rather not break, dealership is hassling me to get the '24 Golf R since it's pretty much the last year but then I'd be stuck for another seven years lol...so I'm planning on getting a '19-'22, whichever year in there at a decent price...I'm gonna keep that engine advice in mind, that's kinda why I really wanted an STI
The Jetta GLI and Elantra N Line are favorite sport compact sedan
At this price point, you can't go wrong. I would opt for the full option GLI, you get a whole lot more for the buck. On a lease, it is negligible. This is on my next car list currently driving a 2022 Jetta Comfortline without the Sport Package and must say that I wished that I had the Electronic Differential.
What is Lease?
The electronic differential is doing torque vectoring by brake right?
@mrdee do you recommend the comfortline?
. @ghaithalkayyem6012 Yes I do, however DO GET the Sport Package as it offers the Electronic Differential (XDS) for Canada. I have been in situations where I was one wheel spinning and it could have been very problematic, especially in wet surfaces (not deep snow or ice for say). In terms of bang for the back, the Sport Package gives you quite a bit as well.
Same position as you. Every single day I wish I had gotten the GLI, not that the normal jetta is bad. 75HP more would drastically improve my 22 jetta
I like it. I currently have two manuals a 2020 718 Spider and a 2023 M2. You gotta love the manuals. Cheers men🍺
As somebody who has owned a 2019 gli 35 since 2020, its a great daily for the money, gets good mpg, out of the box for sure faster than a si (came from a 2017 si coupe) good all around car for the money that has some fun to drive, while doing the day to day great, 100% a car worth looking at if you're on a bit of a budget and want a car that can do it all without much compromise, not a hard edge performance car but that's really not what its meant to be, and its a much better daily car because of it
Been driving the 2019 GLI 35th edition in white with the manual six speed have the same experiences you had and now thinking of doing modifications and plan to hold onto it for a long time. stay safe and enjoy as you run it over 100,000 miles
Just bought this model went from a 2020 sport to this and loving it everyday got it with 6 miles off the truck 😁
Paid 8-9k more for my 40th GTI. So this is a bargain! I just always loved hatch backs. Both solid choices and very tunable.
The autobahn edition solves 99% of the gripes in this video. It’s more expensive but that’s how it works lol
Nice review. I liked my old 87 16v GLI a lot! Drove that for about 10 years. They did a great job on this sedan but I don't care for the all black rims. I would probably go with the upgraded spec with adaptive suspension.
For the states the only thing missing is leather and the premium sound. I own a 40th here in the US and I have the dynamic suspension and adaptive dampers
How has it been
2004 GLI was good, back when you had special bucket recaros, BBS wheels, body kit, big brakes, different transmission, etc... these days special edition is alias for special badges LOL
Classic setup
I absolutely miss my BMP 04.5 GLI. Loved that car so much
The look on Jakobs face at 5:22…..priceless!🤣🤣🤣
Much more fun to drive a slightly slow car with a manual fast.....than a very fast car slow.
Wish auto manufacturers would make a few excellent cars than a bunch of mediocre ones..
What a shame manual is going away
That would be quite the gamble. If they miss their target, any other future products will be compromised severely.
@@goncalo33 Apple went from bunches of products to a few core ones. I think they're doing ok..
@@somerandomfella Apple's products don't require billions of dollars in investment per product, they have a 1-year lifespan (rather than the 5 typical to the auto industry), they cost around $1000 vs $30,000+, a recall would include you mailing back a small rectangle vs whatever remediation would be required for a vehicle, etc. etc. etc.
Reminds me of the Skoda Octavia vRS sedan we have here in Europe with the same drivetrain and power
1984.....High school days! I would buy one!
👌 That would be the perfect GLI for me. Turbo engine. Very mechanical. LSD, no electronic suspension, no electronic seats, manual transmission. Take the sunroof out to make it even better.
the USA version has no sunroof, no heated steering wheel but it does have DCC (adaptive dampers) which is a great option to have
Agreed. Strip out all the nonsense
i now have only one criticism about this youtube channel.. it's the ai generated voice at the beginning of the videos, it makes them feel less genuine. if anything, either of you should be reading what was written instead
The ai is making this stuff up itself. We have no control over it anymore
well either way it makes the video less genuine feeling, if you get what i mean by that @@TheStraightPipes
Want me to try to put on a British accent -yuri
lmfao that'd work, but that'd also possibly be to the chagrin of some@@TheStraightPipes
I’ll do a good job
I just bought a 6spd 40th Anniversary GLI. Have been loving it so far! Interesting some of the differences between my US car and the Canadian version. I do not have a sunroof or a heated steering wheel but do have the adaptive dampers. I don’t mind losing out on the luxury features in exchange for a last hooray for the manual VW sedan.
I have a 40th in Pure Titan Grey now. I had a 2020 GLI both are manuals. This new 2024 clutch is super soft! I kinda like it!
@@armand0007It is one of the easiest manual cars I’ve driven. Clutch is very forgiving
How has it been so far
I have test driven the older ones and they are very fun to drive
Canada needs a Golf wagon again!!!
Love my 35th!!!
I just bought this exact car. Picking it up tomorrow. Bought it because it says 1984 in the cup holder. Yep... George Orwell :) I'm the guy you're talking about in the video. 1984 does mean something special to me. Edward Snowden :)
I have the same exact car as my daily, except the US version doesn’t have a sunroof but does have the adaptive suspension. Such a great car for the price, and a rare manual sedan driving experience in 2024. It’s almost as much fun as the M2 that gets to stay in the garage during the work week.
what kind of deal did u get.. i’m looking to get before the go bye bye
In the US my 40th comes standard with lane assist and adaptive dampers.
Boutta get mine in blue tomorrow
I just bought a 21. Good deal and plus I.dont love the red vent covers on the bottom of the refresh.. But either way. Shocked how much it's like my past gtis and golfs
I have the 2020 R-Line Jetta, 1.4l turbo w/ manual transmission. I'm sad manual sedans are being phased out. Would you trade up for this model? I even have the same snow brush. Lol!
GLI seems like the bargain of the year! Love to see a car court comparison with the Civic Si, or Elantra N, or base wrx
I Graduated in 1984, and the new VW Jetta looks nothing like the Jetta that I remember. Still a good-looking car, and at least it still has a Manual transmission!
Looks like a really great daily driver for sure.
Ive had a 2015 GLI since 2017, ran it as a single family car with large dog for years. works great. Just wish it had more power and AWD...
that's what I bought my GTI Performance edition for 7 years ago. It was a 5 month old lease return.
Sadly it is no longer selling in Singapore. The replacement for Jetta is Skoda Octavia VRS. 245Hp with 375Nm.
I hate the cement grey. Wish it was white, red, or that gold color some GTi's and the R come in
Looking for a vw at this time. Dealerships are putting about 3k on profit for a leasing on their cars . The whole 0 down 0 first month payment is a higher monthly payment and it’s not that great of a option but we will look high and low for the right deal 😊
Check tsp.TrueCar.com
I would totally love a GLI, as a wagon.
Even more obsolete than the sedan.
@@krane15 even better!
You should look into the A4 Allroad. I just recently ordered a 24 from Audi & its a lil bigger than the Jetta but is almost a 1:1 for size class if you want a GLi wagon. It comes with the 45 engine so 261hp 273lbs torque, 0-60s in low 5s so a good bit quicker stock, AWD Quattro instead of FWD, extremely nice interior quality, big brakes, full pano roof etc. I had a Mk7 GLi & loved it but the interior was so bad, but it was also a $32k car fully loaded. This Allroad remedies everything that was wrong with my GLi but it costs $59k for the Prestige fully loaded trim I ordered but it's absolutely worth it
Backend is more Skoda than VW.
I remember the Jetta was always the 4-dr. Golf/Rabbit, so that extra rear quarter window on the side was meant for the Passat and larger VW sedans.
Well, I was born in 1984, crisis of getting 40yo...Perfect excuse to spend that money.
My brother is currently building a '23 GLI up, so far he's gotten it to push over 300hp
Got my 2024 earlier this month the non 40th edition. Car is crazy good for what you pau for.
what kind of deal did you get?😊
@@cgrist7000 honestly nothing man interest rates were sky high and dealer did not want to budge on MSRP
APR high torque tune and it’s an absolute monster.
l had a first gen GLI 90hp seemed to be enough back then 34k is a good deal these days I would buy the 40th anniversary for nostalgic reasons . The Mazda 3 GT is a little more but has a little less power but I would drive both to be sure
The Soundaktor in full force.
I have a '21 Jetta SEL-P and it's surprisingly fun to drive great of gas. The deal was the price point....and ventilated seats
I love my 2024 GLI 40. I dont have the sexy moon / sun roof that model has, was that a Canadian thing for the 40th version?
I've been cross shopping so many different cars, but I think this one might just be at the top of my list now. I had a Veloster N and would love an Elantra N, but I'm not willing to pay a mark up or haggle my ass off with a dealer. GLIs don't have that and that appeals to me.
I don’t understand why they made a limited edition, limited production model and then positioned it at the BOTTOM of model lineup. My son has a 2014 Edition 30 GLI and it was the top trim level, with every available option + HIDs. For some reason they’ve done the exact opposite here and I don’t see the appeal vs. the higher trims.
9:13 - Our Tiguan has the same thing; driver sunvisor adjusts forward and back but the passenger side sunvisor does not. Right now, it's not too much of an issue, but during the summer it absolutely sucks.
Its a trend they do in Europe. You even find a power driver seat and a manual passenger seat. North Americans find that weird.
@@krane15 That might explain as to why the Atlas doesn't have this problem. Due to it being a NA only vehicle.
I got used to the current gen GTI's styling and bought one and actually really like it, but the front end of the GLI looks hideous to me. If I owned one, I would Badgeskins the hell out of the red accents. The rest of the car is great if you like sedans, especially for the price.
I want one of these so bad for my next car
That visor test😮
I have this new 2024 GLI w 6 speed manual in Pure Grey and the stock Hankook tires are terrible. The Yokohama Advan Sport I bought are much better. Getting air intake and turbo discharge pipe w/turbo muffler delete this week. I had a 2020 GLI manual and it is one of the best made. I mean, the only differece between this 2024 and my 2020 is the interior fabric, 40th badging,Adaptive cruise control,Comfort mode option in drive mode with DCC for smoother ride and black wheels. Silver lining, there only 1,984 made😁
Great to see a daily driver, w/ a manual, and at a great price. How’s the reliability on the VWs as of late though?
Reliable, i have a reg 2019 jetta se and never had any problems
The US version of the 40th edition gets the adaptive dampers but I think loses the sunroof. But for about $30k USD with adaptive dampers it looks to be a real performance bargain vs the autobahn trim
The current gen Jetta is ok but personally I would take the prior gen over it any day of the week … b’c it looks cheaper than the last gen; same with the last Passat and the earlier 06-11 gen.
Are we just all ignoring that voiceover intro???
Love it. I would take it over an Si with the 2.0 instead of the 1.5 the Si offers. Thanks for the update on the GLI.
I used to have a 2001 VW 1.8T which was very popular and the car to have at that time. Has Volkswagen made any progress in far as the dashboard engine light errors, such as maf sensor going out, misfiring, coilpack going bad. I remember it was a known issue.
Piano black shift knob….
My wife has a '22 GLI, it's a great car for the money. 2 comments - the gearing is WAY too tall, much taller than the GTI. Why? Gas mileage I presume, where it does absolutely shine. And - the visor test! Every time I ride as a passenger and need to extend that thing, I throw a rant just like you guys, because of the unbelievable cost-cutting move of not allowing ONE visor to extend. I've been thinking about writing the CEO directly to complain loudly about this, it's beyond annoying and absolutely unacceptable. Oh and the infotainment, while newer than unit in my '19 Golf R, is laggy and buggy, and the Beats sound is inferior to the old Fender setup. Other than those nits - fantastic car.
I would 100000% get this if they'd sort out their colour schemes. I get the red is traditional but it's just not that compatible with any body colour other than black and white. VW colours in general need a refresh...it's basically been the same palette for over a decade!
In love of my GLI 2023 ❤
Idk if Canada is different, but here in the states the 40th gets the adaptive suspension.
Red lower bumper inserts have got to go. I would have to paint those.
Its one of those design quirks where you wonder what they were thinking.
Faster then si but how long that 2.0 will last
I feel like VW is doing some Frankenstein Jettas since they got parts from different ones, not all GLI 40th Anniversary have the same seats and the gear lever used to have red on it and some GLI 40th Anniversary have it, some have the physical buttons for volume, some others don't. That's so weird.
I hate that all the review sites dont even mention this cars GLI trim with all the other sporty small cars you can buy. They also fail to have a Clubman JCW in their comparisons as well.
Ive always been eyeing this car as something I might realistically be able to get. Id rather have an Integra type S buuut yea I dont have 60k so it is what is I guess.
Wanting the snow brush that's in the trunk - I'm only able to find brush ones