It definitely has 2011 BMW 1M vibes.

I doubt the engine that's stressed that much will last close to 200k kms

@@Letstalkcod I dealt with the replacement of a GR’s engine after the driver money shifted while tracking it. What it comes down to is how the driver handles it. Daily driver it could last to 200,000 kms, if it’s abused then it won’t last long.

EV just isn’t satisfying to drive well, because you arent really driving. the computer does everything for you. Executing that perfect shift makes me feel so good 😂 love my gr

They really need to get rid most dealerships. The car is just fine as is

There’s gloss black on the window edges instead for the type r lol

As a golf r mk8 owner, I’m watching this because i have bigger concerns than gloss black interior 😬

My biggest rattle is the rear hatch, mostly from exhaust at specific rpm’s and from my subwoofer at specific volumes with some songs. Otherwise there’s only small rattles that are easily swatted away with a quick smack to the headliner or a-pillars.

I had a four-speed 93 Hyundai Excel. At about 80k miles the transmission went all Willy Wonka on me...aah the Hyundai glory days😊

A couple of hours with a DA polisher easily restores gloss finish and removes all but the deep marks I have GR Yaris for 3 years, and this is an annual exercise that is satisfying to do at same time as paintwork.

Definitely not what Ive found, its bite is pretty gradual, there’s just not a lot of feedback.

I've had mine for about 2 months now and I definitely agree. 4k miles later I'm still second guessing if I truly know where my catch point is

Definitely is not a distinct engagement point on my GRC either

@@Realistickhow beginner friendly would you say the GRC is? I’m considering this for my next purchase. I understand the basics of driving manual, but have very little practice.

I’m still undecided on how long I will keep it, I really want to hold on to it ane buy more cars to do long term videos with but the channel needs more views for me to afford having 2 new cars!

I have the 2022 WRX PS manual with 27,000kms on it…it cost $22,000 (plus tax) less than the GRC. I like the GRC a lot, but cannot believe it is anywhere near worth the difference in money. There are plenty of “used” ones on the market now with some of the prices easing finally to where they are only $18,000 more. I could put an order in for a 2024 model year and it would be only $15,000 more than the 2024 WRX PS…would be interested to give it a go but have been told it might be a year out to fulfill the order

Venting and exhaust shields help, which I believe is what they just did to the new GR Yaris to combat that. I have yet to overheat it myself so that remains a track day with moderate heat type of issue and I can't add much else.

I believe toyota said they were going to make one too recently (ill confirm this in an upcoming video), but honestly, the arm rest absence hasn’t bothered me. The ride quality, rattles (early production) and tire consumption are much more frustrating😂

Didn’t plan on it and definitely don’t recommend it, but it’s hard for this thing to get stuck! You’ll just need extra caution with braking and a pair of snow tires if you live up there.

My thoughts on this exact question are in the video!

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Theoretically it should but if you look at the numbers, It already has more sidewall than most of its competitors which all ride a little better imo.

Oh it was dumb as hell to drive through that (I was hours from home) and I was definitely sliding while braking but it never got stuck, even when I climbed a snowy/icy steep driveway! I would get snow tires too if I got snow or frigid temperatures more here in southern Indiana.

gas mileage is good ??? bro what car u driving , not gonna lie, ur far off on a lot of points, and this cars getting the. same average milage, if not worse then my rcF

​​@@jdmbren13Must be grandpa driving that RC-F or only taking it on highway trips. Because fully shows avg mpg of the GRC 24-26, ain't no way a 5.0 V8 is getting that with mixed driving. That isn't bad at all considering I average 25 with my 22 BRZ.

@@DragonKnightX12 the rc good milage bro, unless u floor the gas, the corolla revs at 3900 at 130 in 6th gear, that’s why, edit that’s cruising*

@@jdmbren13 Same mileage as American V8s. Sips gas when highway cruising, drinks it looks like a alcoholic once you get into traffic. I'm not surprised given it's a WRC engine modified for the street. I would say it's actually pretty efficient for a turbo 3 pot making 300hp. A lot of hopped up AWD hot hatchs get worse...not even mention STIs avg under 20. Lol

It can get frustrating with navigating markups but I have found the storage to be the least of my daily difficulties (I just throw stuff in the multiple cubbies under the cargo floor) it’s the ride quality that can get tough for me depending on the area!

The premium has a better interior, with nicer/heated seats and a steering wheel. There's more soft touch plastic around the cabin too

@@ph4z0n18 That would be a nice package in Canada. All we get is a core and circuit, but 11k in the price difference is insane haha.

Yes, it is, I was hours from home visiting relatives.

@@Realistick Glad you made it home safely!

@@youtoobe169 thanks, me too!

Lmao I was wondering if someone would catch that, an obscure reference to a tiktok I made awhile ago! (I changed someone's contact to that for the video and then didn't change it back)

According to Toyota, with the torsen diffs, she’s 3270!

Honestly, the new prius is such a good car that if you were wanting a corolla hatch hybrid, id get on a list for a prius! A dct GR Corolla would be neat for folks that dont want or cant have the manual but this is more of limited run type of car so I doubt they’d add an auto option.

I wouldn’t expect anything more out of a GR86 owner 👍

Prius is supposed to be fun to drive, but what about a Golf R? I feel the magic of the GR is that it is fully manual only, and with rev-matching, it will be pretty easy to daily!

I'm pretty sure they build most interior panels in a different location. Motomachi is only there for the platform/powertrain and final assembly of the car, idk if you've driven an old wrx sti, evo, or focus rs but it's pretty par for the course there. Disappointing nonetheless, but not something I'd say detracts from the Rally car for the street package!

Agreed. Not to mention used examples with 5k miles plus still go over msrp

That's unfortunate to hear. I've had a mostly good experience with mine. I wish the screen was as responsive as some other Toyotas but the only bug I have is that it will randomly select guest mode and forget my guage cluster preferences. Maybe check in with your dealer if it gets worse?

Gregory, I had that same until I replaced my 5yr old phone with a new one android auto wireless works perfect. My phone is a black view n6000

The precedent has been set many times before. A Golf R already exists if you want to spend more or you’re fixated on plastics and ride quality. It’s nice to have options instead of each competitor trying to do the same thing.

Lol. You’re still at it huh? You do understand that some of the most notable/reputable car collectors, auto journalists, and youtubers can’t stop singing it’s praises…..this grc and it’s smaller sibling, the gr Yaris. Any of them stuck on the interior? Lol. It’s a footnote If anything. It’s a drivers car pal. Through and through. It’s not a track weapon (although it could do an occasional romp). And it’s certainly not luxurious. What it truly is, one of the most fun, competent, engaging daily drivers out there. And you’d actually have to drive the piss out of one, or at the very least some decent wheel time w it, to know that. Again, reference anyone that has. And you repeatedly talking about the interior won’t change that. Lol. I’ll even go as far to say, these will be sought after in years to come. It’s truly a special car. And this is coming from a current VAG owner owner like yourself, albeit an R8.

It's a hot hatch. The price isn't going towards paying for an interior, it's paying for 300HP in a manual transmission with AWD and LSD. If interior is important at the 40k price point get a premium quattro A3. But that's losing 100HP, manual transmission, LSD, reliability, handling prowess, fun.... Everything has value, expecting to get free features doesn't make sense. Could pay more for the manual GolfR at 47k for similar performance with a better interior, but its better because more money was paid. The average new car price is 48k rn. Not a bad interior for a vehicle that's both more affordable and better performing than average.

This isn’t the car for you if you care so much about luxury amenities

@@KN-jw7tsamen brother the car isn’t about the interior but they driving experience it gives to the driver!