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Ripped off visor, cake and confetti all over the interior. Whomever at VW you gave this back to must have been so pleased. ROFL.

As a GTI owner, I bought it because I want a sporty car without it being too "flashy".

I test drove a 2016 GTI Autobahn yesterday, and I totally get the hype now. The GTI just feels very alive - not computer-like like so many other cars today. I hear and feel more, but not in a negative way. I hear the turbo spooling, the engine revving, and little imperfections in the road through the steering wheel. The DSG is fantastic, too. Of course it's not as fast as a PDK or as smooth as a ZF 8HP, but it feels very direct and shifts crisply. What's more is that the GTI is just incredibly easy to drive. Everything just works - as far as both infotainment and driving. I might have to get one.

As soon as the visor flew off I subscribed

United States prices Base gti: $26,000 Autobahn: $34,000 As tested: about $37,000

Visor designed to be used by the rear passengers too. Kudos VW. And Happy Birthday!

I went from a 2014 Mercedes CLA250 to a 2018 GTI Autobahn and I absolutely love it! I can’t believe I didn’t get a GTI sooner!

Yo I love you guys. I try to watch other car reviewers, and there's no one who has as much spirit about it as you two do. It always cheers me up. I loved seeing Jakub fling the visor across the cabin! Good job, VW.

Yes please! Top trim levels + manual transmissions make me very very happy! Speaking of which, happy new year Jakub!

Great review. King of hot hatches for sure. Favorite KZfaq channel at the moment!!

I love the variety of cars you guys review. You guys have very quickly become my favorite car channel.

I have watched so many GTI reviews in the past and this is the most creative video by far! Plus I learned a few things! Keep up the good work guys!

Recycled volume knob from the past 3+ years. And yes it 's a big OCD pet peeve. Leave it pointing UP and use steering wheel volume always. If someone touches the knob.. reset at first available opportunity. LOL

Ok by far you both have put on probably the BEST review of a Mk 7.5 GTI I have seen. The videography and the graphic work is amazing...👍🏽

Really like the show, you guys are my favorite Canadians (Although I really don't know any others)! I'm still trying to convince my wife I need a GTI.....

I love my GTI. I have the 7, it's everything you could possibly need in a daily. Performance, perfect amount of luxury, looks both interior and exterior, roomy, and the best part, you'll never see it coming but you'll certainly see it going haha.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAKUB!

Recently took delivery of a mk7.5 GTI thanks partially to this and the DSG vs. Manual video! Car rocks, I can point and shoot through traffic and still adult...keep the reviews coming boys. Cheers

That visor test! I'm dead 😂😂😂

Just bought a 2017 GTI here in Germany 2 months ago. I have the same trim. Love the little thing, really a perfect daily driver!

You guys are my favourite!

The little refinements they made to the front end has really perfected the look

I keep seeing Caledon area in the backdrop, it's hilarious to see a really good car review channel from some down home Canadian dudes from this neck of the woods. Just picked up a new manual R last night. Looking forward to seein you boys just send it in one next week!

I’ve been waiting for this review.

"Why would someone buy a GTI?" "Why not?" - My thoughts exactly when I last bought a car. A GTI.

I don't know if I love the car more or you guys!! Cheers guys!! For keeping it so real and fun...

Spot on guys! This is your sweet spot. So fun to watch! Also...always Love the GTI. Even though it's now sold (MKIV VR6) and the daily is a Cayman S. I still miss the GTI....I will have another. GTI VS R.....probs R

I really every video review you guys produce. Very informative and entertaining.

The moment with the visors was perfect!

Jakub, totally agree with the base GTI being the sweet spot. I'm a bit sad I miss out on the headlights and wheels and other luxuries Yuri loves, but I picked up the last remaining manual transmission base GTI in Ontario, save over $5k from the Autobahn and couldn't be happier!

Happy Birthday Jakub! Love the reviews from both of ya! Wishes from Singapore !

I've never watched a car review as many times as this one. GTI has to be my next car. Two Jerry cans in the back in the straight pipes honour.

My first car is a 2019 GTI 🤘 I have had it for a week now and love it !

Best car review channel on KZfaq by far!! Never fail to make me laugh out loud!!

Happy Birthday, Jakub! Hilariously awesome review!

Test drove a MK 7.5 a couple days ago and it was a blast. I really look forward to bumping up from a MK6 to a MK7.

Hahaha that intro was gold. You guys are great!

Nice video fellas! It's apparent the GTI is the "grown up" choice in the hot hatch segment. Some people say it's wedge-shaped design doesn't appeal to them, but I think the angular and clean design looks handsome. Also it's nice to have 220 hp out of the turbo 4 with this refresh and the upgraded brakes from the R!

Happy Birthday Jakub!!! wish you the very best!!! Love the channel!

Happy birthday buddy! All you ever wanted was a visor that went all the way back to the B pillar, today you got one that went back to the C pillar!

My bone stock 2013 GTI has been a pleasure to daily drive since new. 106K miles now and I've only had to replace a coil pack...that's it. Would buy again without hesitation.

The look on your face when the visor flew was absolutely priceless :)

Happy Birthday Jakub! Great review guys. Someone's been ripping curls.. When I bought my 16 WRX I went through the whole comparing the WRX, ST and GTI. When I had finished spec'ing the GTI it was basically the same price as the Golf R. The ST seats were terrible for me. But now my warranty is almost up I'm thinking of getting something different and revisiting the same debate I had last time. So really looking forward to your Golf R review.

Great Review. I own a 2015 GTI AutoB. and I love it.

Already subbed, so HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!

Awesome review! I owned a 2003 gti 1.8t and it was one of my favorite cars I’ve had.

Happy birthday Jakub.. From The Carolinas (stateside).. Best visors test Ever😂😂😂😂.. Epic cake drop🤣🤣🤣

Love your videos, great fun car reviews. Confession, I have owned my car for 8 years and put 190,000 miles on it, I didn’t know the sun visors extended until watching your videos.

2:23 Haha, Jakub got that extra birthday strength with that visor test!

Guys, I love your reviews but this was was an all time classic. The slow mo #visorfail was awesome. Happy birthday too

I love this video for so many reasons. Great stuff guys.

I subscribed again just for that visor test. +1

Best review EVER.

Happy Birthday Jakub! You have the best reactions to visors!

Lately I was thinking about a proper video review VW GOLF GTI Mk7.5 and bam came your video! Thanks man you're the best! You made my day! 😎

With the base GTI, you get : - no sunroof = lower center of gravity - no adaptative suspension = less weight - 17” wheels = more confort, less weight - same hp, diff, intercooler, red calipers, infotainment, drive settings, red door lights and plaid seats

Happy Birthday Jakub (a la iPhone in CarPlay test)!

Nice video review. Love the fly away visor. GTI one sweet hatch!

I thought the auto show visor tests couldn't be topped, but lol it totally was. Happy Late Birthday Jakub! 👌

Love to see you guys do a 2018 GTI MT vs Focus ST comparison. :)

Now you need to do a focus st/golf gti/civic si comparison episode. Kings of the daily grind.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! (love the ms paint rear tires 10/10 ign)

You guys rock! Special thanks for helping me see how those detroit rims look with that model/colour! I recently purchased a 2018 in the same White Silver Metallic colour and have been obsessed with Detroit rims since the 2010, I was just not sure how they'd look. NOT BAD :D

GTIs are always the best! Honestly I prefer it to the R (looks more sporty imo).. I’d get get exactly those wheels, white exterior, cloth seats are a must and I’d get the big infotainment and the new display.. and maybe a manual! And the headlights are a must! (In Europe you get them as standard)

I love you guys, too much fun hahaha

Best visor test you guys have ever done!

The GTI is the OG of hot hatches. Simple, practical, and fast. Hi Yuri ! Happy Birthday mighty Jakub🎂 Go easy on the sun visors big guy.

Sounds good and happy birthday

You guys “sent” the visor 😂

First video I've seen of you guys, insta subscribed within minutes! Time to binge watch.

I haven't finished watching the video, but the after market support for the mk7 is amazing, especially tuning. Stage 2+ pushes 350+ hp. Some people tune and mod them up to 500 hp

Another great video! Just a couple things FYI - 1. For some reason VW decided to include atmospheric pressure to the PSI gauge, so just subtract about 14 PSI from the reading and that is about what the actual boost is (depends on elevation). 2. The DSG is a great transmission, it shifts faster than anyone could possibly shift a manual and it is fun to go through the gears on the paddles or leave it in auto while in traffic. I have read that the 6-speed manual is very tall geared, which is good if you don't like to shift a lot but not good for performance. 3. I see the GTI Autobahn vs Golf R price comparison quite often, and based on MSRP the Golf R is definitely a better value, even though the GTI Autobahn does come with more luxury/comfort options than the Golf R. The Golf R is heavier because of the AWD system so they are trying to keep the weight down elsewhere. The R is a lower volume car so they don't want to spend extra money on adding more trim levels to it. The GTI's go on sale for $5,000 USD or more at the right time of year and I have never seen a Golf R on sale, they are always at MSRP or over because they are more rare. If people are actually paying 33k-34k (plus tax depending on state) USD for a GTI Autobahn vs 40k or more for a Golf R (plus tax) that is actually a substantial price difference. On top of that the Golf R AWD system is really a retro-fitted front wheel drive system and adds substantial weight, although it is still nice. In actual track testing with lap times on a 2 mile course, the R is only about a second faster than the GTI because the GTI is lighter. For an average driver the difference would not be noticeable. The R is faster in the 0-60 by about 0.9 to 1.4 seconds though due to the AWD so anyone would be able to notice that. The R really only makes sense to me if you live in a very cold climate and you need to drive on snow and ice often or if you are planning on modifying the car to make it so fast that the extra grip would be necessary. Just my two cents. (I own a 2017 GTI Sport DSG, which is basically a base with the performance package, lighting package, nicer wheels and the Keyless Access System)

My, these fellas have so much personality.

The visor test and the cake spillage had me dead lmao. Great content as always.

It’s got Clark seats :) I just purchased a 2020 GTI and i'm probably older then most watching this review. My attraction was the maturity and practical aspects along with the fun

Starting to think The Straight Pipes is just a nickname for Jakub's muscles, holy shit. :D Happy birthday bud!

Happy Birthday Jakub!! ( Sorry if I butchered your name )

Got my 2018 White Silver S last week and I'm lovin' it!

Happy birthday jacob. Great review again guys.

I really don't want to like the Golf or Golf GTI or any Golf. Because historyteachers, as myself, should drive boring cars like ten year old Toyotas, (as myself), or something other boring. And we are supposed to get a little mocked by the teenagers we meet at Our job on the cars that we're driving. But I have to come out of the closet and admit that I actually really do love Golf GTI. I drove it almost 2000km over a weekend and I loved every kilometer. But not as much as i loved the visor-test on this episode. I laughed. Hard. Thanks for that. I needed that after eight hours With thirty fourteen year olds in a classroom. VW Golf GTI is the best. It's just sad that it's so freakin' expensive. Happy birthday Jakub! I love the fact that you ended up cleaning cake from the interior. You should have filmed it.

enjoying all the VW reviews. I own a 2010 Golf Sportwagen TDi Highline with a 6-speed Manual. Trying to decide whether to trade it in or get the fix done and keep it. Leaning towards a new 4-motion manual sportwagen or the All-Track. But that Diesel Torque tho...

I really enjoy your channel, thanks for making entertaining and informative/real world reviews. Visor test! LOL.. Came here from recent VW contents and the apple carplay vs android auto videos.

Bought a 2015 GTI MK7 in January so I got some of the first MK7 shipments in the USA no problems just normal matinence and now 2018 and 47,073miles latter still pulling strong and reliable. People say Volkswagens aren't reliable I would admit their old stuff is not as good as my sister had a 2001 Volkswagen Jetta that had tons of problems but their new stuff is really good plan on getting a Golf R when the MK8 comes to the US.

I bought mine in March of 2018 and had watched this review several times. I got the SE manual for a little under $27k USD, and after almost 9 months of ownership I definitely love this car. Could I have gone faster for the money? Probably. Could I have had all the utility and luxury items as well? Nope.

The best thing about VW GTI in Canada is we get Plaid seats in top-trim Autobahn. USA does not. I LOVE my GTI plaid seats!

New to channel. Best car review/news team since KBB! You should have so many more subscribers. Also love seeing other Ontario people! It's like local'ish flavor

This video made my day. You guys are awesome!

Visor test lmfao

You guys are great - keep up the good work

You guys are GREAT! Loved your reviews, specially the Ford Raptor! Thank you!

Happy birthday! Keep up the good work.

Happy birthday my Canadian friend

I own a 2018 GTI Performance, had it for 3 months /7k km now and i'm stoked!

Happy birthday Jakob!! And it's ZEEEEE

Gti for 2 tears and my golf r is inbound, not only great car but best daily driver! Can't wait! Great vid!

My first choice was a Mustang GT. But then i moved onto a WRX. Ultimately, I went with a GTI as well because i wanted a great daily driver... easy on the fuel, performance when you need it. It's pretty stylish and practical as well... almost looks like a sleeper to those that don't know much about the Golf GTI. If you de-badge it, it will look like a regular TSI. And, I made sure i got the trim with the limited slip differential. Now that i own it, I LOVE THE DSG! I love the sound... all i did was change the exhaust tips. I get an average of 35 mpg with the car. 10 mpg better than the other 2 cars i was looking at.

Slammed that like button after Jacob threw the visor across the car

Great review guys.

Happy birthday, Jacob! 👍🎊🎉