I really dont like that they went full digital on the interior. Buttons were there for a reason, I dont want to go through various menus just to turn the fan speed down or some shit,
I'm a bit like you, and the thought of no buttons at least for the heating is a turn off. I've seen people saying the swipe isn't that intuitive, but I wonder whether it is just a case of getting used to it. Certainly at the moment, it isn't something I think advances ease of use and therefore safety.
I just recently got a 6-speed manual mk8 hands down the most fun I’ve had in a hatch. Previously owned a 6 speed mk6 and can assure you vw has matured greatly with this car
A lot of people probably comment on this but dude, you are a very good driver. I know it kinda goes without saying, that's literally your job, but I love the way you handle the steering wheel.
He is indeed a good driver but most of the time it really annoys me when he goes for a top speed, the autobahn is empty and he freaking lets go or breaks!! Why?! i mean why?!?! Aghh, fu**** annoying. Sorry, this is just me but i really would love to see him more confident.
@@iulianm.6592 don't forget that open roads aren't racetracks, so he, you, me, we must think about safety first. I think this is not about confidence but respect people space on the road, if you want to race, do it but with respect. It'll preserve everybody's safety.
VW company that makes cars for regular boring people. This Golf is so boring it hurts. It's not fast, it's ugly, it's boring, sounds like shit... i dont know why are they still trying to make fun sports car.
@@VAGODROCHER-k2r eh, that's really quite subjective. The 4 wasn't really groundbreaking in anyway, apart from the R32 and the shitty first gen DSGs. Although DSGs weren't quite perfect even up to the 6. Maybe you owned a Mk4 and it's giving you nostalgic memories, so you think it's the best. But I'm telling you, you get a 7 gti with a manual, you'll enjoy that more than the Mk4 equivalent, and that fact crosses over to daily driving too. The Mk7 is, from an engineering perspective, is the Golf platform perfected. The MQB chassis is extremely well-behaved, the Haldex in the R is beautifully setup for drivers of all skill levels. The suspension and damping setup gives a lot of breadth to the driver, even more so with the magnetorrheological setup. It's quite nice to be in and the infotainment isn't all touchscreen. I sold my 7 GTi for an A45 in 2016 and I kinda regretted that to a certain extent. As for the 4 being a subjective favourite, I can already hear the stomping of the purists who only like the 1st gen cars.
@@helicocktor Du laberst Kacke weil du kein Deutscher bist und von unserem tollen deutschen Autos keine Ahnung hast, der Golf 4 war der beste und basta!
Paddle shifters it is i guess! Either that, or pick up a manual. Just ordered my Manual 2022 GTI. Can't wait for it to arrive. I've grown to love everything on this new generation. Except ONE thing, the shift knob. Swapping it out for a MK7 GOLF BALL style knob ASAP.
Cool tidbit: The MK8 GTI makes 61 hp per cylinder. If it were a 16-cyl it would make 976 hp; only 11 hp shy of the original Bugatti Veyron (987 hp/1001 PS). MK7.5 Golf R makes 77 hp per cylinder. If it were a 16 cylinder it would make 1,232 hp or 31 hp more than a Veyron Super Sport. I know this is apples to oranges but the EA888 is still an amazing motor. HP/liter is just as impressive. Golf R makes 153 hp/liter; Veyron Super Sport makes 150 hp/liter. Each cylinder in the VW GTI/R and Bugatti displace 500cc. So they are somewhat comparable.
I can see a reason for the complaint but really it’s not a big cost to add one. It’s not a selling point really is it? Like people don’t like the mk8 nearly as much as the 7/7.5. But if those never came with gas struts and the mk8 did it’s not going to make people buy the mk8 are they. In fact you’ll get comments saying they’d just add it to their mk7/7.5 because it’s no big deal.
Hi TopNL. I have an Opel Vectra station wagon OPC C caravan 2007 which is just over 300 hp right now, but if I get some time and money I would have thought around 500 hp in it. actually I would also like to do the 4 wheel drive, but do not know how. maybe need to get a rear axle from Insignia then?
It's the EA888, the same engine we know out of the mk7 GTI and R, u can easily get it to 370HP, even 400 isn't a problem and some freaks even push ist to over 500/600, so wtf u want more?
@@juanpablodo12345678 I know more than enough thank for you input where it dont belong All I was saying is that they could put a better engine than a 2.0 tsi engine that had been used since the golf 5 .. I know what I'm taking about no need to get all technical now ..
@@tyroncross8815 they are GTI’s , what are u expecting? If you are looking for similar cars (2.0 turbos) with more capabilities for tuning and HP go look for a S3, A45s, Evo, Type R, etc. Supra’s 2JZ GTE are totally different, hope they make cars in the future that are able to push as much.... GTI’s are awesome but way cheaper and FWD (expect Golf R).
@@misterlove6225 yes because this was an example. And what about the back of the car it’s like vw t-roc with these taillights. My opinion the mark 8 failed And believe me I’m an Volkswagen addict but not this one for me.
@@syntrixxnl195 what I meant is that the whole digital crap in this car is worse than the 200 euros android stuff you find on aliexpress. And 90% of today's car are a disgrace, not just this one.
I hated the G8 since the first pics been leaked (I am a G7R owner for 2 years), but after watching this video, I have a huge appetite for the G8R! What a car it is going to be, especially tuned! :O Can't wait to part exchange for one! :)
Every time I see these videos it makes me not want the car even more, The car is a complete downgrade and really nothing has changed. The mk7.5 after 2018 plays sounds through the speaker and the MK8 is crap.
I'm a big fan of the MK7 GTI, mine is modded to 303 KM, 450 Nm. I want switch to the MK8 GTI or R, but i really can't stand the full digital interior with clitoris instead od dsg stick. hmm, maybe that's more appropriate, bus still, I don't like it. I love how the car looks from behind, but can't say the same about the front. My forever problem with GTI and R is that I would love to have all the R performance goodies and 4 x 4, but GTI (especially mk7) looks imo so mych better that the R. Small things like red stripe, and non full black interior. I have to wait to get familiarize with the MK8. Or I will switch to Audi.
Man I really wish we got the mk8 in the states. This one looks amazing and it just makes me really sad that one of the best cars ever produced is dead over here. :(
I dont get it....you cant write messages on your phone while driving, but to change the temp it is like writing your friend....good that more and more car producers begin to realize how dangerous those screens are. In my 10yo Audi I can do just about all without taking eyes off the road....ok some navi things I need to look down, but 90% I dont need to.
vw really made a mistake with that interior. yeah it might look nice, but we buy gtis because theyre nice to drive. real buttons, gear lever, and handbrake are part of it. fake buttons look as fake as they are.
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I really dont like that they went full digital on the interior. Buttons were there for a reason, I dont want to go through various menus just to turn the fan speed down or some shit,
100%, I dislike the virtual cockpit it looks like a downgrade. I've got a MK7.5 GTD but I'm definitely getting a MK7.5 GOLF R
@@fusionlord2533 I've got a 7.5R Estate and am not really seeing anything in the 8 that shouts out at me, making me want to change.
For me MK7 is the best one doesnt matter if its GTI,GTE,R
Its a vw though, they would have thought of that. It's probs on the steering wheel or something.
I'm a bit like you, and the thought of no buttons at least for the heating is a turn off. I've seen people saying the swipe isn't that intuitive, but I wonder whether it is just a case of getting used to it. Certainly at the moment, it isn't something I think advances ease of use and therefore safety.
The GTI and R look much better than the normal MK8.
@@Александр-у8й6д Whatever
like always...
@@phil_zupra_b5880 Yeah whatever
@@philipjean6309 i can't really argue with you there. Sadly we car enthusiasts are a minority.
They kinda purposefully made it that way
I just recently got a 6-speed manual mk8 hands down the most fun I’ve had in a hatch. Previously owned a 6 speed mk6 and can assure you vw has matured greatly with this car
A lot of people probably comment on this but dude, you are a very good driver. I know it kinda goes without saying, that's literally your job, but I love the way you handle the steering wheel.
He is indeed a good driver but most of the time it really annoys me when he goes for a top speed, the autobahn is empty and he freaking lets go or breaks!! Why?! i mean why?!?! Aghh, fu**** annoying. Sorry, this is just me but i really would love to see him more confident.
@@iulianm.6592 don't forget that open roads aren't racetracks, so he, you, me, we must think about safety first. I think this is not about confidence but respect people space on the road, if you want to race, do it but with respect. It'll preserve everybody's safety.
The front looks like it’s melted 😂😂
Yep its really ugly
looks good
To hot
@@frenk4207 it’s good
4:11 Wait what, the new Mk8 GTI doesn't have hydraulic struts to hold the hood up? Even my Mk5 GTI has that...
ikr.. maybe these gti are like the low spec model🤷🏻♂️
It is because eu regulations
@@damue5824 what's the specific regulation?
@@helicocktor heard about pedestrian protection when having a accident
@@damue5824 not really. I don't live in the EU so I don't know the laws but I'm really curious to know more.
As bad as i wanted to like the front i just cant man its not aggressive its not beautiful its just ugly n booring im disappointed
adaptation first
That means the next one is going to be good they always do this could grow on me
Same here man, I try to force and convince myself that it's not that bad looking but I just can't stand the front, looks so out of look..
All golfs are boring lol
@@jylongbun8790 Looks like you are not a true Carguy, I think Golf is good for a beginner Carguy car
For me this Car is cool
4:10,
Manual bonnet? Even my vw caddy has gas struts 😅
It's Golf, it will always be poor people car
VW company that makes cars for regular boring people. This Golf is so boring it hurts. It's not fast, it's ugly, it's boring, sounds like shit... i dont know why are they still trying to make fun sports car.
Even my dacia sandero has gas struts
@@ivanjovanovic362 it’s not a fun car it’s a daily driver why don’t people get it?
Yeah that’s really strange
My Golf MK 4 has gas struts but the newest Golf GTI doesn’t
This GTI looks soo cool
Agreed.
Welcome back Max , really missed you 💙
Good to be back! 💪🏼
At first I didn't like the Mk8 GTI but now I'm getting used to and I have to say I really like it
Everyone is not liking it but I like this
Nice, sometimes on the road in Schleswig-Holstein (Bad Segeberg) A21 nice Highway haha
Great to have you back Max, i hope you're doing fine 👍
I drove a (regular) Golf 1.5 eTSI with DSG couple weeks ago. Seems like an excellent car, don't need a GTi !
Love the minimalist interior!
*_Hey bro, nice golf_*
No, nice golf ist the mk4, but this is crap shit!
@@VAGODROCHER-k2r eh. I liked the 6 and 7. 5 is the shit one imo.
@@helicocktor 4 is the best!!!
@@VAGODROCHER-k2r eh, that's really quite subjective. The 4 wasn't really groundbreaking in anyway, apart from the R32 and the shitty first gen DSGs. Although DSGs weren't quite perfect even up to the 6. Maybe you owned a Mk4 and it's giving you nostalgic memories, so you think it's the best.
But I'm telling you, you get a 7 gti with a manual, you'll enjoy that more than the Mk4 equivalent, and that fact crosses over to daily driving too. The Mk7 is, from an engineering perspective, is the Golf platform perfected. The MQB chassis is extremely well-behaved, the Haldex in the R is beautifully setup for drivers of all skill levels. The suspension and damping setup gives a lot of breadth to the driver, even more so with the magnetorrheological setup. It's quite nice to be in and the infotainment isn't all touchscreen. I sold my 7 GTi for an A45 in 2016 and I kinda regretted that to a certain extent.
As for the 4 being a subjective favourite, I can already hear the stomping of the purists who only like the 1st gen cars.
@@helicocktor Du laberst Kacke weil du kein Deutscher bist und von unserem tollen deutschen Autos keine Ahnung hast, der Golf 4 war der beste und basta!
welcome back Max .. I hope u feeling good
I actually love it
Very Nice Video !!!
Looks so much better than standard..
The standard one look to much like a new polo
I love all the cars you drive and you give the best reviews. My birthday in January and I asked the car God to let me be in a video with you.
Thank God im 1 hour away from a shop that sales hg motorsport products. So I can't wait till the r reaches the states.
Your videos are so engaging. Love it!
I like it! 👍😁
GTI Power 💥
GTI 🔥🔥🔥
why does everyone expect a crazy sports car!! It's a excellent daily driver with some action
Yeah good daily but mk7.5 is still better and mk8 is a mk7.5 after a cancer i mean its bullshit
I wish VW kept the shift lever on the DSG so you can shift up and down with it. I always used it on my mk7 GTI
Paddle shifters it is i guess! Either that, or pick up a manual. Just ordered my Manual 2022 GTI. Can't wait for it to arrive. I've grown to love everything on this new generation. Except ONE thing, the shift knob. Swapping it out for a MK7 GOLF BALL style knob ASAP.
I can't hear the satisfying DSG Fart 😩
Big fan sir love your videos
so excited to wait autopnl to drive A Gold R MK8
Great Car!
No le alcanzo para ponerle un amortiguador al capot? La varilla al estilo auto más barato
love ur videos
Where is this big way where you are driving with your Car? It Looks Like an taxiway for Planes and i would Like to Drive there as well
15:32
Thx
thank you
I wonder if everyone that said this mk8 is terrible u-turned on whether they think it’s better yet? Because it is
I love how u speak 😁
Really wanted to see this...
Cool tidbit: The MK8 GTI makes 61 hp per cylinder. If it were a 16-cyl it would make 976 hp; only 11 hp shy of the original Bugatti Veyron (987 hp/1001 PS). MK7.5 Golf R makes 77 hp per cylinder. If it were a 16 cylinder it would make 1,232 hp or 31 hp more than a Veyron Super Sport. I know this is apples to oranges but the EA888 is still an amazing motor. HP/liter is just as impressive. Golf R makes 153 hp/liter; Veyron Super Sport makes 150 hp/liter. Each cylinder in the VW GTI/R and Bugatti displace 500cc. So they are somewhat comparable.
The only thing I like from this new GTI are the seats
Wait, it doesnt have gas struts on the hood? were in 2020, come on vw
My 2014 GTI has gas struts. Can see where all the penny pinching has gone!!! And they cost more new than my 2014 did. Absolutely disgusting
I can see a reason for the complaint but really it’s not a big cost to add one.
It’s not a selling point really is it? Like people don’t like the mk8 nearly as much as the 7/7.5. But if those never came with gas struts and the mk8 did it’s not going to make people buy the mk8 are they. In fact you’ll get comments saying they’d just add it to their mk7/7.5 because it’s no big deal.
What camera do u have
Hi TopNL. I have an Opel Vectra station wagon OPC C caravan 2007 which is just over 300 hp right now, but if I get some time and money I would have thought around 500 hp in it. actually I would also like to do the 4 wheel drive, but do not know how. maybe need to get a rear axle from Insignia then?
leuke auto ouwe
What mods has been done on this car ?
Honestly, wouldn't all be touch inside the car, it would've been so much better since the exterior looks so damn good.
Is the MK8 already sold in Europe or only Germany
Would u take this over A45 2020?
Sounds really good 😍
Do that in my focus St and it would rotate so easily, my brothers drives an a45 Amy and when he tried my focus he almost spun. VW play it too safe!
Vw is The best :D
The front looks like it's melted 🤣🤣🤣🤣
İs it under warranty? İf i buy GTI 2022 and make stage 1??
Not gonna lie...I like the interior...
Max on Air!
so cool❕ :)
you guys should'v done a drag race with the lambo' and the gti 😂
I’m afraid to drive when the roads wet.
Love the funny dutch accent
I am prefering the digital speedo of the standard mk8
Interior screen looka like an iDrive 7 screen
I think its time for a new engine with more tuning capabilities
It's the EA888, the same engine we know out of the mk7 GTI and R, u can easily get it to 370HP, even 400 isn't a problem and some freaks even push ist to over 500/600, so wtf u want more?
@@CB-sh9zz im talking supra capabilities... would be fun is a 4 wheel drive hatch
@@tyroncross8815 Supra capabilities? Good luck with that. Probably should learn more about cars
@@juanpablodo12345678 I know more than enough thank for you input where it dont belong
All I was saying is that they could put a better engine than a 2.0 tsi engine that had been used since the golf 5 .. I know what I'm taking about no need to get all technical now ..
@@tyroncross8815 they are GTI’s , what are u expecting? If you are looking for similar cars (2.0 turbos) with more capabilities for tuning and HP go look for a S3, A45s, Evo, Type R, etc. Supra’s 2JZ GTE are totally different, hope they make cars in the future that are able to push as much.... GTI’s are awesome but way cheaper and FWD (expect Golf R).
How much power ?
What watch is Max wearing in this video? I really like it! 🤩
ignitioncollection.com/watches Lugano Diver with rubber strap 😊
Where are you gonna review an rs7 or rs7 abt
Is it V6 or V8 ?
2.0l 4 cylinder turbo
@@vladbejat thanks
I have to say that I don’t like it, active info display from AliExpress
I’m glad I do have my gti tcr
You're insulting the stuff you find on aliexpress by comparing them with this
@@misterlove6225 yes because this was an example. And what about the back of the car it’s like vw t-roc with these taillights.
My opinion the mark 8 failed
And believe me I’m an Volkswagen addict but not this one for me.
@@syntrixxnl195 what I meant is that the whole digital crap in this car is worse than the 200 euros android stuff you find on aliexpress. And 90% of today's car are a disgrace, not just this one.
@@misterlove6225 indeed
the Stock Motor has on the Dyno round about 260 HP and 390 NM.
goddamit atlast i can hear max's voice after a week not hearing it
I hated the G8 since the first pics been leaked (I am a G7R owner for 2 years), but after watching this video, I have a huge appetite for the G8R! What a car it is going to be, especially tuned! :O Can't wait to part exchange for one! :)
man the new display just looks like a hyundai i had as a courtesy car once :/
Having a wet airfield to yourself in a FF car with no handbrake would give me massive blue balls.
how much HP?
Denn Namen fand ich auch geil 😅
Well it's not as ugly as the m3 or 4 series. That's a win :)
Schön Auto!
Every time I see these videos it makes me not want the car even more, The car is a complete downgrade and really nothing has changed. The mk7.5 after 2018 plays sounds through the speaker and the MK8 is crap.
An opinion of a random RUclips comment
where are the DSG farts? :(
Opf
Are you serious ? Those DSG farts were so dumb
@@Danzig_ are you serious? Probably never driven a decent golf gti
@@Tom-iu7vv no never driven one because I have a BMW M2
@@Danzig_ oeh very nice car! But then you have probably a DCT transmission so you have those farts too? Different one’s of course
i like it idk
it bothers me that you didn't park the car in the center of the yellow circle in the beginning 😟
still 7 r the best for me
I'm a big fan of the MK7 GTI, mine is modded to 303 KM, 450 Nm. I want switch to the MK8 GTI or R, but i really can't stand the full digital interior with clitoris instead od dsg stick. hmm, maybe that's more appropriate, bus still, I don't like it. I love how the car looks from behind, but can't say the same about the front.
My forever problem with GTI and R is that I would love to have all the R performance goodies and 4 x 4, but GTI (especially mk7) looks imo so mych better that the R. Small things like red stripe, and non full black interior. I have to wait to get familiarize with the MK8. Or I will switch to Audi.
Very coog klever drive sei
The steering wheel looks like something from a Renault?
On the Thumbnail I Though it was a Modified Corolla Just Saying
So, I searched for a VW but cleary this is a Toyota Calora Hatchback??
Lets say I am confused AF...
Underrated comment💀🤣
remindes me of schirocco
Needs 400+ Power
Man I really wish we got the mk8 in the states. This one looks amazing and it just makes me really sad that one of the best cars ever produced is dead over here. :(
Canada and the US are getting the mk8 lol, europe just got it first
@@CHINGLAW21 oh. Well uh, I was misinformed 😅
Wow, 15 sec. to load the main display (from 6:32 to 6:48 approx.) and the worst laggy menu I ever saw.
I hate this button transmission thing, this is a daily car and overtime it will get glued with coffee or tea dripping on it
The car is brand new and already modified!!!!!!!!!!! I'n France they can't unlock ECU for now
Hate everything about it! From in and out. Keeping my 19 MK7.5 R at least until MK8.5.
That laggy infotainment system is a no go! In my opinion it has no business in the car.
I dont get it....you cant write messages on your phone while driving, but to change the temp it is like writing your friend....good that more and more car producers begin to realize how dangerous those screens are. In my 10yo Audi I can do just about all without taking eyes off the road....ok some navi things I need to look down, but 90% I dont need to.
vw really made a mistake with that interior. yeah it might look nice, but we buy gtis because theyre nice to drive. real buttons, gear lever, and handbrake are part of it. fake buttons look as fake as they are.
the GTI looks kind of slow...
Volkswagen 🔥🇩🇪💪