You'll Love This If You're Slightly Nerdy! // 2023 MK8 VW GTI Review

Full mechanical review of the new MK8 GTI.

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[Alex-szku]

I looked at one of these a couple months ago and strongly considered it until the dealer said they wanted $55, 000 for it before taxes/fees...

[michaeldorado]

Excellent car so far. Got my 2023 mk8 Autobahn manual 3 days ago. My first car was a 2009 mk5 DSG, then had a 2019 SE mk7.5 manual.
In my experience, the mk8 is the best performance and driving dynamics so far!
Only thing better about the mk7.5 was the infotainment, and the fact that it came with an engine cover 😅

[uia]

I absolutely adore my MK8 GTI! Real world MPG, city driving is easily 32, highway 38. Best I have gotten so far has been 43 MPG on a long interstate road trip, cruise set @ 72.

[timothycoyne]

Nice review! It was refreshing to see a car YouTuber NOT focus on how much they hate the haptic buttons.

[donr]

Picked up a 40th, 6 speed in Urano Gray at Gunther VW in Daphne Alabama 2 weeks ago for sticker, taxes and small administration fee. I love it. Get the manuals before they are gone.

[elmarkoehler]

Fun fact about that engine cover… that is missing because of a re-call from VW. It could melt and burn somehow. I had to have it removed from my MK8 GTI a few months ago. No replacement yet. 😂

Otherwise the car is awesome (yessss… the touch-everything interior is a bit of a pain). My second GTI and no regrets so far. 😊

[briandorsey]

Got mine in January and I love it. Adaptive suspension on Autobahn is impressive. DSG transmission is smooth and fast. Handling of is great. Acceleration is great. Breaking is great.
MPG on the highway in ECO mode is upper 30s when going easy maybe even hit 40 mpg if you’re focused

[dtmcbride]

LOVE ❤️ your GTI videos!

Just got my 2023 GTI S Kings red manual. Absolutely couldn’t be happier. 😄

[StevenKrug]

I bought a Mk8 SE in this same color in July and 6000 miles in no real trouble. XM doesn’t work in it and every once in a while the audio doesn’t work on start up and you have to turn the car back off and let it sit for a minute but both things I’m sure are fixable with a software update. Other than that, for a daily it’s been great. I have the plaid cloth seats and they are still heated which is great. No dual zone climate but not really an issue with the size of the car. Haven’t had a single issue with the steering wheel controls, not sure why everyone seems to have a problem with them.

[violinmiata]

“Diglet looking nubbin”
That’s the chuckle that was needed today

[RedondoBeach]

I appreciate this review. The GTI has come a long way. My 2004 GTI 2.8L VR6 is still moving along but does need some time in the hangar for deferred maintenance.

[Alfra]

I wish VW will bring back the 2 door! I had an MK6 base model 2 door in tornado red with a manual transmission! I miss my baby!

[Dave-ggvl]

This is one of the best reviews on the Golf GTI Mk8 I have seen. You went into all the detail i wanted, even an underbody tour to see the exhaust etc. Well done!

[ericg]

273 foot pounds of torque at low rpm is what I like the best. My Forester XT is also a 2 liter and has 258 foot pounds of torque. Acceleration is so fun and I don't ever plan to drive 200 mph. Power at low rpms also means you're not waking the neighbors.

[israeltorres]

What I like about you is that your so chill and wild and very knowledgeable about cars. Thanks keep on trucking and sharing.

[TrumpetBiz]

The Braking Test is by far my favorite part of your reviews. The apprehension in your voice "No one behind me....". And that you pronounce it "Al ooo min E um". The Score Board is back ! Yay !!!

[kevinjones]

My daughter had a Tiguan and we just bought her a ‘21 GTI. She loves it.

[KS-roin]

Info I have seen/read on other YouTube videos - The quoted HP /Torque ( 241/273) is actually "underrated" when run on a dyno ...The reality varies but is showing ~ "245- 249" HP and "290-300" torque on an otherwise stock GTI ...

[carlpaladino]

I had Mk 1 and 2 model 2 doors. The MK1 was awesome and is still one of my favorite cars to drive. Great looking interior.
Totally agree with you, 3 door over 5 door is more sporty.

[richardp]

One of my favourites cars of all time with my favourite reviewer what an awesome combination 😍👍