2019 VW Golf R vs Mercedes A-Class // Tech Fights Performance

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James and Thomas take the new 2019 Mercedes-Benz A250 4Matic and pit it against the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R. They are both price matched, and both have AWD. One provides futuristic technology, the other a performance machine. The boys explore the cars driving dynamics and what they are like to live with every day. Can the tech and luxury of the A-Class overcome its performance shortcomings against the Golf? Exterior and interior styling comparisons help figure out which one takes it in the looks department, and the back roads do the rest. Watch to see the outcome. SUBSCRIBE!
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@jamesengelsman9369 5 жыл бұрын

Hey everyone thanks for watching. Just so you know we don't get the AMG variant here yet. But since these were price matched (and the AMG is probably going to be ~$60K CAD) and some of the only AWD hatch options in Canada, we GON AND DUN IT. Enjoy

@WhiteGoldSynesthesia 5 жыл бұрын

THEY ONLY GON AN DUNNIT

@elaxtenband2c516 5 жыл бұрын

THEY GON AND DUN IT LADS!

@Vittra0 5 жыл бұрын

A35 AMG seems to be positioned as a direct Golf R competitor and should be similarly priced. A45 & A45 S will be in that higher price bracket though.. if we get them.

@danisantabarbara5931 5 жыл бұрын

James Engelsman I’d choose the Golf R because of how inconspicuous it looks before it pulls out like an RS4. Great review guys, thanks a lot.

@dr.armanassadi5736 5 жыл бұрын

I'm looking forward to see you with 2019 BMW 3 series, C class and A4. Thanks

@eitanrapp 5 жыл бұрын

4:10 WTF is up with those eyes?!?

@saadchennafi7488 4 жыл бұрын

😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂

@khvidtube1617 4 жыл бұрын

And your eyes too! You have a quick eye.

@broski464 4 жыл бұрын

Golf R all day everyday! I just bought one, so much fun!

@knightridder2002 4 жыл бұрын

me 2 for the Golf R

@AmsterdamSam 3 жыл бұрын

boringggg, buy an alfa romeo if you want fun

@broski464 3 жыл бұрын

@@AmsterdamSam Sounds like fun, if you like having reliability issues.

@ballathug8404 3 жыл бұрын

Keep an eye on your coolant level. Look it up Johnny

@sam...4299 3 жыл бұрын

Facts😍👍

@thomasmoriarty1645 3 жыл бұрын

James and Thomas all your videos at Throttle House are perfectly instructive, fun to watch and most of all, I appreciate the fact your comments are real, not guided by PR of car companies like Car Guides out there seems to be. Thanks guys and continue your good work !!

@joeljeffrey9139 5 жыл бұрын

"It's Mocha Anthracite Metallic!!" - James Engelsman, 2019

@hellboy1976 5 жыл бұрын

Man, that blue (and the Cornflower Blue on the GTI Rabbit) make me second-guess my Lapiz blue choice. Beautiful colours!

@synysterdemon 5 жыл бұрын

The Lapiz blue is really nice. I wouldn't regret your choice, you got an R ;)

@ethanDAboss11 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah I also have lapiz blue. I got my R last May and I absolutely love it to pieces but now that they have the 40 colors in the US, part of me wishes I waited a tad bit longer. Although, I was already waiting over a year for VW to bring over the facelifted MK 7.5 with the digital gauge cluster to the US. I'm happy with my choice.

@hellboy1976 5 жыл бұрын

@@synysterdemon True, and I realize how lucky I am. I'm mostly annoyed at my own decision-making practice. Somethings blind me to others and I miss out on making a more sound choice for myself. But, that being said, I get to drive an R and it's truly a fun drive!

@hellboy1976 5 жыл бұрын

Be as careful as possible with the paint. The Lapiz is a very soft colour, and I already had a tiny swirl corrected (my own fault),.

@TheSinMOG 5 жыл бұрын

@@hellboy1976 Your stinking telling me! That paint is so damn easy to scratch! I got fed up with the correction and upkeep and got the whole front end clear bra'd. Then I got the entire car ceramic coated with CeramicPro. As my daily driver which sits outside all the time this was the best and most reasonable way to protect the car. I'm loving the results.

@Lukaszsiu 5 жыл бұрын

"What's real anymore?". That made me laugh. Well, subscribed.

@mehdiremidi8632 5 жыл бұрын

eaaaaaaaasy choice GOLF R .. if it was A35 then it would be difficult to choose

@hazzaknox1069 4 жыл бұрын

A35s are a lot duller to drive... i'd keep with the r of I was looking for a fun car. A250 4Matic wins me over overall though! 👍

@alwaysiyi272 5 жыл бұрын

The intro killed me again as usual. Mocha anthracite metallic. lmaoo. You guys are the best.

@basithph8958 5 жыл бұрын

We need Throttle House and TheStraightPipes collab!

@matthewlongtin4148 5 жыл бұрын

I could imagine the intro now!

@pappyodanial 5 жыл бұрын

I feel like that would be like smashing hydrogen atoms together. Not good.

@caglioso 5 жыл бұрын

Respectfully disagree. I like the dynamic of TH and wouldn’t want it soiled by the other Canadian duo.

@BMWROYAL 5 жыл бұрын

BASITH PH straight pipes doesn’t give real reviews they feel more like ads

@kevinn6882 5 жыл бұрын

They are the same people.

@user-be9pn9kh5p 3 жыл бұрын

I'd pick the a class, quick enough for me and I really like the style and tech

@ThuliSetlhapo 5 жыл бұрын

7:40 Funniest comparison i've ever heard... Potholes from the moon :v

@westonite210 5 жыл бұрын

Great cars to compare, really interesting! I’ve got a GTI and I was still on the fence after seeing that Mercedes’ interior

@andyp8464 5 жыл бұрын

A35 is what you need to compare to the golf R and is price matched to the golf. not some silly A250

@cyrose1935 5 жыл бұрын

Completely agree although they do not have the A35 in North America yet - although i might be wrong

@omarsabbouh1237 5 жыл бұрын

Just wait for the a45 and a45s

@Km12345rrrr 4 жыл бұрын

Batata they are like 15-20 k more

@razah5927 4 жыл бұрын

Batata a45s is with the rs3 and the bmw m2 much more expensive than the r it blows the r away

@komentierer 4 жыл бұрын

But the A35 is far more expensive

@davidkirby484 5 жыл бұрын

Great job. The comparisons are most informative.

@stephenmoss7619 5 жыл бұрын

I really looked at these two cars when I was in the market and actually bought a Golf R DSG in 91 Blue and absolutely love it! The thing with the R is you can make a couple very easy modifications and gain gobs of power and it is actually fun to take to the track. The Mercedes looks good and has a great interior, but these ultimately should attract 2 very different buyers.

@BGD.2980 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2019 Golf R in white and it's sweet!

@adamwright9741 4 жыл бұрын

@ 4:09 you need to put that eye of yours in a horror movie... LOL

@michaeladamowicz6782 4 жыл бұрын

Haha yeah thought the same thing

@psiturbo 2 жыл бұрын

I really like the casual review format, ty very much.

@SmokeyBear464 3 жыл бұрын

Your intros kill me and i love them! Y’all are my new favorite channel.

@hotsky83 5 жыл бұрын

Love this channel! Always awesome videos

@sneakersonfeet9045 5 жыл бұрын

You guys are TOP NOTCH....one of the best channels on KZfaq

@ElijahsAba 5 жыл бұрын

You guys are great. Thanks.

@nicholasdupre6916 3 жыл бұрын

4:10 James’ bulging eye through the steering wheel spoke 🤣

@sachemrock 4 жыл бұрын

I agree with Thomas and James, it’s like splitting hairs as the cars are so comparable in most categories. As much as I love the Golf R as kind of the gold standard for hot hatches I think I would select the Mercedes for the higher level of tech and the luxurious cabin! Another great review, I love these guys!

@davidmanning7052 Жыл бұрын

You guys' rock. Very well-done assessment of a very difficult decision. Bravo!

@iancanuckistan2244 5 жыл бұрын

Did I hear someone saying sorry? Sorry I brought that up. I'll take fun to drive over luxury every time.

@HappyCod43 3 жыл бұрын

Oh I laughed so hard on James's face expression in intro!

@patriquemansour6461 5 жыл бұрын

You guys deserve a lot more subs !!!

@terribletelevision6980 5 жыл бұрын

Really close call! After watching I am not sure what I would pick. The fun of the drive every day or the luxury every day. Either one seems good!

@davehenry435 5 жыл бұрын

Apparantly the Spectrum range of color option has just been dropped for Canada. Probably not enough orders which caused very long wait times for the special colors. I guess the 3k extra was too much for most. Great review guys.

@neilhutton1528 3 жыл бұрын

Great review with really good points made. For I think the Mercedes A35 is a better comparison to the Golf R and that is the choice I'm thinking about at the moment. Keep up the good work chaps.

@im.weasel Жыл бұрын

The thing I love so much about VW and how they build the GTI and Golf is tunability. They tune so damn well. A stock GTI and Golf R is pretty awesome, but all you gotta do is a stage 1 tune on either of them and you get massive gains. Close to 100 extra horse power and torque. Its amazing. The stock components handle everything like it was supposed to have that power.

@reflexfusion9830 5 жыл бұрын

I’ll take performance over tech

@HaultRxst 3 жыл бұрын

A45s has both and A35

@nikomoin7604 3 жыл бұрын

@@HaultRxst well the a45 is way more expensive

@giancarlo_rc 5 жыл бұрын

I just can get enough of this channel, LOVE IT 🔥🔥🔥

@glennhkboy 5 жыл бұрын

I kept the standard seat cover instead of the AMP Sport option. I personally feel the standard seat cover is more upscale-ish.

@CarandRacer 5 жыл бұрын

Destined for stardom boys...another great production!

@elusivellama 5 жыл бұрын

I'd love to get a Golf R, but it's not something I'd like to own out of warranty. This does not detract in any way from the quality of this video and the editing work though, such a treat to watch.

@dannielsen9693 4 жыл бұрын

Hey guys. Great review. The list you are talking about from Mercedes to use with the MBUX - can you share it ?

@alexhelton5886 4 жыл бұрын

Those collective I’m sorry’s really made me(an American) feel much better. Thankyou Throttlehouse

@spurrellz 5 жыл бұрын

I currently have a focus ST and these are actually 2 that I’m considering and you guys hit all the points exactly. I’ve basically decided to just wait for the mk8 golf R

@jamesengelsman9369 5 жыл бұрын

Could be a few years but probably worth it!

@lt.facepalm9566 2 жыл бұрын

I got the A220 sedan myself. Really nice place to be in, listening to some 80s synthwave at night. Totes recommend.

@billyhughes9776 5 жыл бұрын

Golf R all day man,....come on.

@tims9294 5 жыл бұрын

4:10 The eye of Thundera

@SuperPurplePistachio 5 жыл бұрын

Saying sorry repeatedly was hilarious 😂😂😂😂

@JeffKing310 4 жыл бұрын

Yash Tamhane That’s what Canadians do. Sorry about that.

@chrismunsey3185 5 жыл бұрын

Chris Harris says Golf R.....I go with Golf R!

@DOMg00g 5 жыл бұрын

Since we don't get the A250 hatch in the states, the Golf R is a no brainer. Also, the novelty of the Merc's tech would wear off, whilst the fun factor of the R would not get old.

@edak1 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! The interior tech is nice to show off and passengers will say it's really nice, but when I get into my R it makes me smile every time because as you say, it's fun! That's what is important to me as a driver.

@CarsofGlasgow 5 жыл бұрын

great video guys, having currently owned the golf mk7, id go for A class for the interior

@DaxXx988 5 жыл бұрын

Great boot space test!

@dukejupiter69 5 жыл бұрын

Any chance you might compare Golf R to Stelvio Ti? Different class but several threads in the forum show similar audience for both.

@stephenhendricks103 5 жыл бұрын

Easy choice for me. The "R." The MB is beautiful but I love a hatch and that makes the "R" (slightly) more available here in the US than the MB.

@MrSlash00r 5 жыл бұрын

@11:09 - if I had a nickel every time I've had that conversation ..

@jamesryanwigley 4 жыл бұрын

Currently researching how to import an A-class hatch to the US... I had no idea they got the hatch in Canada!

@johnnyr25 5 жыл бұрын

The important question: Is there a way to switch it from "Hey, Mercedes" to "K.I.T.T.! I NEED YA!!" ?

@trevormcculloch5011 5 ай бұрын

Which one would you buy used today now that the warranties are running out on them? Late to the show but great content here. Thanks

@bkverkeersschool5563 3 жыл бұрын

I dont understand the steering wheel on de mercedes 250 with amg pack is not the amg steering wheel?

@nolongerhuman13 4 жыл бұрын

I already have the R. And I can’t wait to get out of work daily, just to drive her home. I have the manual and it’s a blast. Also stage 1 APR tune and the car is an absolute beast

@221988bryan 4 жыл бұрын

NoLongerHuman13 how is your stock clutch holding

@bmjforbes 5 жыл бұрын

Grew up with Mercedes. Had a Golf for a city runabout. Here in Canada, the best is the R - which I bought a few months ago - in Gingsta Yellow! (I wanted people to be warned a long way off - also easy to find in the parking lot)... IT. IS. GREAT. Got the manual because I like to row, but was really impressed by the DSG at the dealer. Fun to throw about on the back roads in Ottawa. Love It!

@brixtonmack10 5 жыл бұрын

Only just discovered these two. Love them so far

@jamesengelsman9369 5 жыл бұрын

M2_shellz thanks mate! Glad to have you with us!

@MrAyshua77 4 жыл бұрын

Best start guys literally soo good lol

@acaposta 4 жыл бұрын

I love my ‘17R and can’t think of a better daily in the Finger Lakes (NY).

@diegonunezgarcia6701 3 жыл бұрын

do you get the leon cupra in canada that car is by far better than those 2 300 hp and better styling

@ckneasel 5 жыл бұрын

I’m a recent MB convert and I LOVE everything they are doing, but if I were to choose between these 2 it’d be the Golf because I need power over insane luxury right now... Luckily the GLC63 fits both bills and that’s the direction I’m heading... 🤪

@DonsShed 5 жыл бұрын

I'm finding it hard not to go to the MB Dealer here and buy a GLC63!!! I'm in love with them!!! BUT, now I'm trying not to spend too much money on my car, as I mainly only travel 12kms per day to/from work. LOL :) I bought a new ML63 in 2012 and have missed it ever since I sold it..... so a GLC63 would be great. Good Luck :)

@Bacciagalupe 2 жыл бұрын

Yall are the best

@SilverScarletSpider 4 жыл бұрын

4:09 help 😂😂😂

@Locknuts84 5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like we should wait for the new golf R next year. Best of both worlds (hopefully).

@caglioso 5 жыл бұрын

You guys totally deserve a sponsor or some sort of kickback from Sherwin Williams.

@hellboy1976 5 жыл бұрын

Blue envy aside, I love my Golf R so far (bought new a month ago). Fast, fun as hell, and practical enough. I'm coming from 3 Infinitis over the past 12 years, and felt I needed to try something new, and couldn't be happier. Well, less piano black if only because I have mild OCD and can't accept dust, so I have a microfibre at the ready constantly :/

@OliverHoffmannDesign 5 жыл бұрын

Agreed! What's with bloody piano black? I too keep a dusting accessory handy, but I would rather collect the dust and dump it on the interior design department at VW

@hellboy1976 5 жыл бұрын

@@OliverHoffmannDesign On the one hand, I like it, but it's seemingly frail with regards to scratches, and yes dust. I think they could have used it as an accent at best. Take a page from Audi in how they approach their interiors. Same restraint, no piano black :P

@DonsShed 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Clark W :) do you have any issues seeing outside with the Digital Screen at night? I heard it can be too bright?

@hellboy1976 5 жыл бұрын

@@DonsShed I haven't found it to be too bad, though I haven't been on any long nighttime drives, so I'm not sure if there would be more eye fatigue from it, but it can be dimmed a bit. Take note if you're buying one, the performance gauges on the centre screen (G-Force, Boost Pressure, etc.) only come equipped with the Driver Assist package. I did not know this, and I'll be damned if it's stated anywhere on the site. It's a little thing, but I was disappointed when instead of a cool G-meter, I was greeted with a "Blue driving trainer". Yeah, because that's why I bought a Golf R, to be economical :P

@DonsShed 5 жыл бұрын

@@hellboy1976 Thanks for that :) Yer, I think we (in Australia) get the Driver Assist Package as standard, but thanks for the tip anyway :) Over here the only Options are Sunroof and Audio Package

@naeemdoola3640 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, just took delivery of a A250 AMG, wow the interior and interface is awesome, my other car is a 2017 GTI and the 2 compliment each other perfectly The Mercs party piece is the multi beam DRL lights It like a curtain opening and closing over the dark patches Hey Mercedes going to quit the job with my kids cross questioning every few seconds

@normanran3589 5 жыл бұрын

for you A250, when you safety stop at light, after 1-2 sec, do you feel your brake pedal starting to sink?

@Jakaah95 4 жыл бұрын

Would probably grab the Golf R if I had to choose, but man the Mercedes interior design and tech is something else

@ArtcoPhotography 5 жыл бұрын

You guys should have compared the Mercedes with the Audi A3 2.0 tfsi Quattro version as it’s more similar in price and power to the merc.

@slooriginal1727 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I prefer the merc

@IAmLeutrimTopalli 5 жыл бұрын

the sorry america part was so funny lmfao

@VisualFrequency13 4 жыл бұрын

@11:33 "Wanna get destroyed in the interior section?" Loll

@loki_wolff 5 жыл бұрын

I’d probably save money and get the Rabbit Edition GTI in cornflower blue. But I would love a Golf R one day.

@btgmotogp5382 5 жыл бұрын

LOL! what a great start to the show .

@javiermaldonadodedios2294 3 жыл бұрын

That seems a tough one, but the tech gap between gane me over Cheers!

@timothycoyne5874 4 жыл бұрын

They’re both so nice. But apart from features, I would bet a buying decision for some comes down to the badge. I’d go for a Golf R (in a manual) for the performance, but I still wish we got the A hatch in the US.

@jacenlee6419 5 жыл бұрын

The digital gauge cluster in Jetta is 10.3 inches which is smaller than the one in Golf R at 12.3 inches.

@mikenormandy9250 5 жыл бұрын

This is an easy one for me, Type-R for sure! - Oh wait, JK! - Hands down the Golf R! - It's between an AWD luxury hatch or an AWD fast hatch that has a really upscale interior - GOLF R for sure! ;-)

@Scoharr 4 жыл бұрын

How about an Audi A3 Quattro or S3 against the Merc A-class?

@LouisEguchiWale 3 жыл бұрын

I like the idea of price match head to head

@thatomaputla4725 3 жыл бұрын

Yooooo James is so funny, no fuss🤣🤣

@raghavkuk25 Жыл бұрын

Can we get this same comparison done again with the updated Golf(s) and the Mazda3 Turbo thrown in as well?

@saucemanautomotive8925 4 жыл бұрын

Love this 😂cheers from the US

@Loopsrainforest 5 жыл бұрын

I wish we could get the bare bones Golf R in Canada like they do in Australia. Manual transmission & no infotainment system is just fine with me.

@zildmaster 5 жыл бұрын

Golf R. I've always wanted a VW hatchback and I currently drive a dual clutch vehicle. A VW dealer near me offers a lifetime powertrain warranty on thie R, so it's making a strong case for my next car. Love your channel guys!

@gli.stephenmtl3749 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job guys. . U kill me with the humor

@KLm912 5 жыл бұрын

You guys are awesome. But you could have demonstrated the interior of the Mercedes more, especially the interior lighting which is unique in this class

@IceFish. 5 жыл бұрын

dont you get the a35 amg? those two are really the same price wise in uk

@jamesengelsman9369 5 жыл бұрын

IceFIsh it’s supposed to be coming here soon

@colemitchmtb 2 жыл бұрын

Thomas in the background at 4:10 lmaoo

@darksideemt 4 жыл бұрын

James I'm right there with you, "How much do you love your spouse?" "Not enough.".......lol

@aminelekmiti 5 жыл бұрын

you should compair it with the A35 + i think we should wait to the golf 8 which will be available in the end of the year

@HCD488 5 жыл бұрын

yes but first in a normal 150 HP version ...the GTI and the R will not be availble before july

@SilverScarletSpider 5 жыл бұрын

Fast performance AWD hatches are amazing. Ford, Mitsubishi, Subaru, please come back your hatches were beautiful! Honda, can you pretend to try AWD? You’ve already perfected Acura’s SH-AWD, give it a racing performance application