GOLF R
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There was a good track comparison of a golf R and a GRY on an Aussie YouTube channel. The golf R was faster on the straightaways and the GRY was faster through the twisties.
The golf R will have a better interior and more power, but the GRC will be cheaper, looks better (subjective opinion, the golf R looks to much like a normal GTi), and in the end will be a more reliable car (if kept stock for the most part).
But for tbose who absolutely want a hot hatch and are unable to attain a GRC, the Golf R is the only other AWD option they have. The new CTR looks promising though...
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The only issues I have with the Golf R (outside of it being a German car and therefore insanely hard to work on yourself) is the lack of physical buttons. For a daily driver, I don't think I'd want capacitive buttons everywhere.
I've also heard that the manual option (which is what I'd go for) is sub-par. Slightly loose and almost disconnected feeling.
Outside of that, it's a very comfortable, slightly luxurious hot hatch. The DSG is spectacular, and the car has all the amenities you could want out of a sub $50k new car.
I've also heard that the manual option (which is what I'd go for) is sub-par. Slightly loose and almost disconnected feeling.
Outside of that, it's a very comfortable, slightly luxurious hot hatch. The DSG is spectacular, and the car has all the amenities you could want out of a sub $50k new car.
Mighty Car Mods was the channel for anyone looking for it.
The Golf R to me is just too luxurious, plus the capacitive buttons are awful. The deign is sleek and nice but I like the agressive look of the GRC more. The Golf R is an amazing hatch, especially if you do want AWD over FWD. Obviously if you care about working on it and being cheap to fix and reliable, the GRC is the better choice. However, if you don't care for that and want all out AWD hatch performance, the Golf R is basically the way to go.
I don't imagine the new Golf R is a revelation over my old MK7. Compared to the GR Corolla the Golf R will be quicker in straight lines, more comfortable daily driving, and have a nicer interior even if VW totally botched the electronics. The Golf R is probably the perfect all around car for most people looking for something sporty and practical as when you are driving it in comfort mode it has the demeanor and utility of a regular golf that can transform into a fast and capable car. That said I find these cars are so refined they lack edge of most competitors and they have got awfully expensive to the point where it's not far off something like a BMW M240i xdrive which has a far better engine and AWD system.
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This is hands down my biggest problem with the Golf R. It doesn't feel like a proper driver's car. It's too refined, too comfy and too nice for a "real sports car" as much as I hate that phrasing. If you want a DD that's able to shift gears and go fast, there probably isn't a better hatchback on the market, though, including the GRC. The GRC will be more of a driver's car, though.
Also pretty sure his Yaris is the version without the diffs
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My current ride is a ‘19 MK 7.5 Golf R with manual. I have over 60K miles on it and it’s been troublefree and quite enjoyable. It is more “grown up” than other hot hatches on the market but that’s not a negative for me. If the insurance for two cars isn’t too onerous I will probably keep it and add the GR Corolla. Corolla for around town general use, R for longer trips and it’s already set up for bike hauling which I use frequently.
If the GR doesn’t come through for some reason, a MK8 R would be the only other car on my short list.
If the GR doesn’t come through for some reason, a MK8 R would be the only other car on my short list.
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Curious as to why you would use the Golf R for longer trips? The GRC will undoubtedly get better gas mileage. Does the Golf have that much more cargo area?
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I think the R will be more comfortable for the 9 hour drives I frequently have. Would expect it to have a little more interior space than the GR too. The main thing is I’m always hauling one or two mountainbikes with me when I travel and my Golf already has the factory roofrack.
If the GR has a good solution for carrying bikes I would be likely to expand its use.
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BTW, a brand new VW dealer opened two weeks ago in my area. Out of curiosity I inquired about when they might be getting some Golf R’s. They told me likely 5-6 months out, and oh by the way $5K markup. A big nope from me.
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