This is one of the best Polo GTI 2018 review on KZread (Thomas from Autogefuhl and Automanns being the other ones - but they weren't so complete as this). I've referred many of my friends to it as it answers a lot of questions - this review really hit the nail on the head. Great job Chris, and look forward to seeing more of your content. Appreciate your work. At least 100 views on this video come from me :)

@Starcraft2Sonic

5 жыл бұрын

The DRLs are not so great I feel. But the actual LED where the main power of the light comes from, is awesome! Especially with the full beam on. I agree it's not worth 1000 Euro, but it makes the car look SO Much better / Aggressive.

@james65T

Жыл бұрын

The car doesn't have and lsd, so that says a lot about his knowledgse about the GTI. It only has An XDS elektronic lsd with betaling inputs to copy a real lsd. A real lsd is something the fiesta ST and the I20N have. I would love it on the GTI. I still bought one though :-)

Update Incoming: A complete reprogramming of the ECU. 257 Hp (195 Hp stock) at 5322 RPM and 427 nM (318 nM stock) of torque at 2774 RPM. This was measured at 37 degrees Celsius and 65% humidity at sea level (1011 millibars). After the tune the car is a beast. The tune costs 1000Euro with the best tuner. Everyday driving is comfy, but when u step on it - it rips through the gears. MPG is about the same with an average of 6.7 L/ 100 KM for long term driving (average of the last 3 fuel ups). This is the equivalent to 42 mpg (UK) or 15 km /L. The car is from 2018.

You are doing a great job, Chris! Love your videos!

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

Stanislav Pondev thank you stanislav! That's akways nice to hear!

Nice review. Thank you Chris.

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

Manny Maru really happy that you like it!!!

Thank you Chris @ Car Mania. This review is the best I've seen so far. I really enjoy driving my Polo GTI :-) . I had a Golf GTI before and so far I never regretted "settling" for the Polo GTI...

Great review. Interior of new Polo GTI looks awesome.

Great Video Chris!! I have ordered my Polo GTI yesterday. Because of your great job and detailed test!!

Top review, very comprehensive. thanks Chris.

. This polo is really fine. Good review. As always. Thanx

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

Robert Bob thank you Bob! Was lots of work :-)

Sprachmonster - Car Maniac

Ordering mine today! Thanks for the great review.

This is a really fantastic and comprehensive review and you may have convinced me to purchase this car. Vielen dank!

Excellent review! I’m test driving one this weekend. Very keen to grab soon and the colour will be as you tested. Thank you for making my decision so much clearer with your comprehensive and enjoyable review...

Good one man, thanks!! Totally considering getting one of these! You've been a great help.

I must say that this is the most thorough review out there, I've owned a mk7 GTD for 3 years, currently been driving a A3 black edition S line 2017 plate for 2 and half years, was looking at BMW 1 series, but now quickly falling in love with this 1, got a test drive next week, and you've just confirmed my decision before I drive it lol... I'm swinging towards the limestone grey as I'm in my early 30's looks classy and grown up :-) Thank you Chris for this great review, keep up the good work, wishing you all the best boss!

And thank you for the fluent, delailed, long enough and enjoyable test video.

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

Juuso Hämäläinen your welcome :-) thank you back!!

First Car Mania video watched. Very enjoyable informative and professionally done. Will subscribe.

This is the first video I have watched and it is worth spending 30min on this video. Subscribed. :)

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

MUGEN you don't know how happy I am to hear that :-) thank you!!!

xD Danke yt, dass du mir gezeigt hast wo der beste E-Auto channel auf deutsch herkommt :)

Really cool, thanks Chris for the detailed explanation which I'm looking at..

Perfect review 👍

Awesome car (hopefully my next one!) and great review. Thanks!

Like your enthusiastic and honest reviews

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

Alan Hickens oh cool thanks!!

Great drive thanking you Chris.

Really good review - thanks.

I’ve got one coming in a few weeks, can’t wait! Traded up from the last model GTI so I’m interested to see the difference. Thanks for the review 👍

This car is legit

@tredfxman

6 жыл бұрын

I forgot my name Check the 2017 GTI Clubsport @ my channel! ;)

@Starcraft2Sonic

6 жыл бұрын

I hope so - I'm ordering mine on Friday :( / :)

@poplaurentiu4148

6 жыл бұрын

No doubt this is very nice in town outside but i wait because Volkswagen boss stated that next year 2018 they will announce if they going to made the new T-Roc in R-level of trim, and i think that will be better for me.. having a bigger position to see better up-front & much more ground clearance in a capable car since i also go most weekends for outdoors activities like: fishing, kayak, mountain trips to explore caves, in winter snowboarding.. so yeah it will replace nicely previous Yeti that i will give it away for my little sister to use it for herself.. i can't wait to see what decision they will take for the new T-Roc.. even like Golf a GTE version of T-Roc would be nice, so yeah.. fingers crossed ! ;)

@Starcraft2Sonic

6 жыл бұрын

That sounds awesome! I hope they make it like you want it sir :o) Time will tell what those VW executives are thinking!

@Alexlegrand294

6 жыл бұрын

Sanket Matu Did you get it ?

best reviewer on youtube

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

+LyricsVids247 well that's really a compliment!! A big thank you :-)

Ordered this exact spec back in January. Delivery date confirmed finally for 14th may. The countdown begins

Ordered mine last week. Not due till June though. Same colour as the one you tested with 18 inch wheels. Your review really helped me to make the decision to buy this latest Polo GTI.

@stealth1692

5 жыл бұрын

Chris O'Mahoney how is it?

@lptomtom

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah Chris, how is it?

@t__uncensor1337

Ай бұрын

Hey Chris, how is it?

Great review. Thanks fior sharing.

Excellent and clear video

Great review, GTI crew checkin in.

congratulations! excellent test. Pedro from Portugal.

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

Pedro Vieira thank you a lot Pedro!!

really good reviewer loved the video

Bei 14:51 hast Du mich gehabt, Chris... das fette Grinsen beim Rausbeschleunigen aus der Kurve ... meiner kommt im Juni .. ja, dieses Video war das letzte Pünktchen, das meine Kaufentscheidung beeinflusst hat. Klasse Vid...

Excellent review Sir

great thorough review .. car looks really nice and fun to drive hopefully ill get one these

fantastic review has made my mind up to get the polo gti

Really nice video!!! Thank you!

It was a great video, thank you for sharing it with us. I got me a Polo GTI and is a fantastic car, the GTI insignia really means 100% GTI.

Good job Chris! Now it’s even harder to wait mine to arrive🚗!

@pauljansen2002

6 жыл бұрын

I'm in the same boat and feel what you mean! I ordered mine November 3 and have to wait till about March 15, a long wait.

@Starcraft2Sonic

6 жыл бұрын

Try ordering this Friday and waiting till May! :-O Lol VW...

@pauljansen2002

6 жыл бұрын

It will be a hit, my small dealership already has ordered 3 GTI's till November 3, maybe that's the reason it will take that long (or the Spanish workers are not so quick ;-). Better a little later than with small defects as you can see in the video above at 6 and 43 seconds from the start AND in this video kzread.info/dash/bejne/nXitq6OSpMXUqKw.html (other car) at 6 min 50 ~ 7 min 10. THE RED PAINT OF THE GTI LOGO IS GETTING OFF ALREADY :-(( !!!

@jeanenyeka7074

6 жыл бұрын

Swimjoy bgzx

Great review. Cheers

Fantastic review

Great review I own a 2019 and love it, I have had Golf Rs but love everything the Polo GTI can do in normal life, plus you have a little car with a 2.0 LT engine it is good on the B roads and on the Motorway a GT Tourer , love it

2 months, 5000km and this is a fantastic replacement for the Fiesta ST. No regrets I didn’t replace it with another ST. The ride is so much less choppy and I don’t have the tail bone pain anymore after long trips compared to the Ford. Now that I have confidence in it, it goes through corners just as fast but accelerates to higher speed much better. Fuel economy, no comparison. Same driving style I am consistently getting 15-20% better! Plus I don’t need to use 98 Octane. With it being a detuned engine I am happy to put 95 in every third tank. The gearbox is fantastic. My wife used to get neck pain and could never get comfortable, now she is happy to go on long trips in it Downside, not the precise feel in the steering, and a couple of rattles in the front door panels due to the robotic sealing, covered under warranty..

I test drove one the other day, it was amazing. Fun car with quality feel, getting mine very soon.

@oliviermarchant9215

5 жыл бұрын

Harry Simpson you have it already? I am going to order mine in august :)

Good review.

This is beautiful

top review, thx =)

I just love polo's, ever since 2009 versions, they've looked amazing and now we have this.. WOW

@justinoppermann3997

5 жыл бұрын

Indeed. Have the Polo 6R as a first car and it looks beutiful

@thomas1x635

4 жыл бұрын

@@justinoppermann3997 what year?

Update 2023: So Feb 2023 update. Wet DSG gearbox is going well. Only oil changes and regular maintainence required. Done around 75,000 km with the professional ECU tune / dyno and drives like a dream. No rattles or sqeaks. The fuel efficiency is up to 18.3 km/L now as my commuter route is on country roads. Might have to sell due to personal reasons, but really hope I can keep it around another 5 to 10 yrs as it is going well. Electronics no issues, running with Android Auto and Oneplus 7 Pro phone. Still catches gazes of knowers and car enthusiasts. It's a very popular model in Denmark - and I can totally see why. Buy a used model from 2018 and save a pretty penny although this car is holding up around 80% of its value still (2018-2023). Sounds crazy I know.

Got a new sub out of me, nice review 👍🏻

Nice review Chris Thank you very much

Great review. As for the tinted glasses if you live in a country such as mine (Greece) with long summers and high irridiation levels then tiinted glasses are very good for interior persevation.

17th may for mine cannot wait I want it now

Did you try the DSG paddles? Curious how the car was in that, my DSG in Sport leaves a lot to be desired of what gear I want it in.

My wife ordered a Polo GTI before Xmas. She is now waiting for delivery in April or May. Crazy to order without a single test drive. But the base models were rather good. They just didn't have any engine, only a one liter starter.

Good review. Looks like a real premium spec with good space inside, this would replace the need for a Golf in my situation. I wouldn't say that I like the sound of it though.

Nice presentation

I just love this colour

Can you add extras with an entry level polo? For example add the bigger dashboard screen?

PLEASE COULD SOMEONE TELL ME IF THE REAR TAIL LIGHT INDICATORS TURN SIGNALS ARE LED OR NORMAL BULBS? THANKS

Can't wait my polo Gti my current 1.8L is getting traded in on this. Love this new model

@nasreenpatel8380

6 жыл бұрын

Ratmo Gambo phenol wjmqsp

Cool little car

Excellent, thorough review. I brought a 2017 Polo GTI after testing driving the Ford ST and love it. Definitely a pocket rocket. Not sure if I like the new shape or not,, a lot of creases on the body work. Big improvement with the dashboard. Not sure if it would be worth swapping in the future....

Hi Chris, thanks for the in depth videos on the Polo GTi and the Up GTi. Really enjoyed the information. My wife and I have ordered the POLO GTi but as you know, we have to wait until May to see it arrive here in the UK. One question I have for you though is regarding your above statement that the GTi comes with a Beats Sound system. All I can read from various sources is that we get the standard tinny speaker set up. Any further info from you would be most welcome and if you are correct, it will be a surprise bonus. Keep up the professional standard of your reviews!

I love the Polo! I wish we had it available in the USA.

One of the pedestrian safety features should be to automatically sound the horn if someone does step in front of the car while it's moving.

Anybody know if they’ve stopped these now as they are no longer on the website

Are the foglights led like golf 7 gti ?If not vw has let themselves down

What grey is that colour and which wheels please?

I have a standard TSI 2011 model in this colour. Its a diesel and so economical and quick. Love driving the Polo!! This is a completely different car but still a Polo in spirit. I like the new model. It being a bit larger is a good idea but the whole point of the Polo is to be an economical small car. If you want a reliable small car, Polo is great, Buy petrol, they are just as economical as the diesel and no issues with exhaust filters.

i m looking to buy this Polo in Blue color but i have another option in Golf mk7,5 1.5 Tsi What u guys recon ?

are you in s mode on the track looks like just D regards Sören

Top😎 ...Muito bonito!! Brasil🇧🇷

Muito Lindo o Carro Volkswagen está de Parabéns!!

Where was that winding road? Soller to Bunyola? :)

what about the gearbox on this model? the previous one gave me problems. vw replaced my 3d gearbox and pinned everything on me.

How much can you drive with 1 liter of gas? is it still cheap riding this around?

Clearly the Polo GTI is nearly all the car that the mark 7.5 Golf GTI is. This implies that The new Golf of 2 years’ time will be moved on/up a little. However, if you spec the New Polo GTI up to current Golf GTI format, then difference in price diminishes somewhat. Golf GTI residuals tend to be amongst the best too.

_Like for Polo GTI & this video. Ciao.

what is standard equipment on any VW? You pay for every last bit of it extra.

Mann that exhaust really sounds like music in the ears! 😍🤤 but how are the MPG?

Lustig, wenn man nur die neueren - ausschließlich E-Autos behandelnden - Videos von Chris kennt ;-)

Nice video. I have subscribed to your channel. Greetings Peter

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

Peter Peel thank you Peter Happy to hear :-)

Hello Chris, first of all thank you for your review, i’m looking for a stylish and dynamic car to buy and you kinda talked about all that we would need.

@g4m778

6 жыл бұрын

As an improvement, you can maybe make the tests shorter and split topics like : a video for infotainement linked here, a video for practical aspects, another with 360* inside view, for instance.. so your main video will be more dynamic. What do you think about that ?

Ive just ordered the R line polo in orange 👍😎🔥

@marcomarkproductions

6 жыл бұрын

gti is better

@munserkiybrat8716

5 жыл бұрын

When you receive it ?

@munserkiybrat8716

5 жыл бұрын

IAN HOWROYD when you received ?

Hello Chris !! I would like to know about the time in which will arrive the GTI full version to Mexico in the way in which you recommend and just in case you have the note!! I'm a fan of this car and making a comparison with other brands I realize VW polo has the best technology and design in and out and at the same time comfortable even if you have a stiff suspension but I'm still thinking about the VW brand is one of the most updated and innovative in the automotive industry. I'll be grateful for the answer. By the way, It was excellent your comments in this videos. Thank you!! Regards !!

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

Heydell Eingal Garrido Santibañez sorry for answering that late.. unfortunately I don't know the availability in Mexiko :-(

I'm proudly going for halogen lamps :)

What’s the name of the racetrack please?

Hi Car Mania! Thank you for this nice review! What did you think of the DSG 6? Did you feel any wierd behavior? If you were to buy this car, would you wait for the manual gearbox?

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

52Encinoman hi! Well - no. I wouldn't wait. I am a big automatic fan with dual clutch. In this case it needed a little time to shift back on the racetrack. But if you switch in sport mode and only drive serpentines or pass roads you'll be totally fine with the automatic.. dosing is better with the manual on the track of course.

@52Encinoman

6 жыл бұрын

thanks for the quick answer! Since I probably will never be driving on circuit, problem's solved ;)

Since the Polo (GTI) now shares the MQB platform with the Golf, does it now ride better ? (With 18's ?)

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

Sulaymaan Anver Bham I'd say yes. You can't feel the 18s'. It still comfortable over potholes!

Hi, Chris, can I ask you what do you think about the Polo GTI in Reef Blue? From the photos/videos I can't say exactly if this colour fit the car or not (sometimes it seems beautiful, sometimes too dark, almost purple).

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

Al T well even the blue is beautiful - I would know from off the line which colour I'd choose

@Ryo-xx1lm

6 жыл бұрын

Car Mania Ok, thanks a lot for the answer ;-)

The last generation Polo GTI 1.8 was a bit bumpy on highways and not really comfortable, is this one more comfortable? Do you need to pay extra for the driving profiles to choose between comfort and sport? Thanks and goodluck with your channel, good review!

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! So the driving is quite confortable - yes. I couldn´t really discover a difference between this and the Golf GTI.. And if you want the adaptive suspension you have to pay extra. Only the sport dampers are standard..

I'm still searching for a replacement for my Fiesta ST. I need more practicality so this could be a good choice for me.

@Starcraft2Sonic

6 жыл бұрын

I've tried the Fiesta ST and loved it. But the Polo feels more grown up, and with the 2,0 Tsi engine it was a no brainer for me. I have a feeling that this car will be a hit in Europe because it's a mini Golf GTI. It's just a bit smaller, maybe little less prestige, but lighter, cheaper and more fun! What's not to love.

@nevillevaneerten

6 жыл бұрын

Yes I have replaced my Fiesta ST with this, 2 weeks to go!

@nevillevaneerten

5 жыл бұрын

2 months, 5000km and this is a fantastic replacement for the Fiesta ST. No regrets I didn’t replace it with another ST. The ride is so much less choppy and I don’t have the tail bone pain anymore after long trips compared to the Ford. Now that I have confidence in it, it goes through corners just as fast but accelerates to higher speed much better. Fuel economy, no comparison. Same driving style I am consistently getting 15-20% better! Plus I don’t need to use 98 Octane. With it being a detuned engine I am happy to put 95 in every third tank. The gearbox is fantastic. My wife used to get neck pain and could never get comfortable, now she is happy to go on long trips in it Downside, not the precise feel in the steering, and a couple of rattles in the front door panels due to the robotic sealing, covered under warranty..

@Starcraft2Sonic

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Sounds like you are enjoying it Neville. I would have to say I am also enjoying the Polo GTI. I look forward to drive it, and every jounrey is a joy whether I am cruising to work, or "playing" with the car in Sports mode. I haven't had any issues as yet, so sorry to hear about your fron panels were rattling? So it was covered under warranty? That's good to hear. I would have to agree that the car feels comfortable for long journeys (I spend around 24-25 hrs a month in the car just for work). I am looking for a chptune from a reputable tuner here in Denmark, Copenhagen. Can't wait to see what it can do! :)

@tobiasmeier6887

5 жыл бұрын

@@Starcraft2Sonic Good to hear that you love your Polo GTIs that much; so do I. I used to drive a Golf GTI and really now that I have the Polo I can save a considerable amount of money and have as much fun as I used to in the Golf. The Polo GTI is a great little car :-) .

Der Erfolg ist bei solchen Reviews dir nicht mehr zu nehmen. Du machst die Videos als Autofan und nicht als ein gelangweilter Autojournalist. Glückwunsch.

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

Musculus Sternocleidomastoideus na da sage ich mal danke :-) ist natürlich schön zu hören/sehen, dass sich die Arbeit lohnt! Woche Viewer wie du sind da natürlich ein Segen ;-)

@tamaramastilo2588

6 жыл бұрын

+Car Mania £

@fetterchinese24

5 жыл бұрын

N Deutscher jaaa vllt auch ein Österreicher

Is this better than new Renault Megane RS?

I ordered the right car! Chris, thanks for the nice video, a pity to have to wait till March 15 to get it :-(.

@CarManiac_Chris

6 жыл бұрын

pauljansen2002 uhh that's a long time.. I know how it is to wait that long.. I hope the video could increase your anticipation :-)

@pauljansen2002

6 жыл бұрын

Yes, can't wait Chris! Finally a go kart car like my first one, a lowered (BBS/Koni) Golf 1 GTI (1978), a wolf in sheep clothes. Your face at 14:58 says it all :-).

@douglasmiranda899

6 жыл бұрын

pauljansen2002 can you tell me the price that you paid?

@pauljansen2002

6 жыл бұрын

We are not so lucky in Holland and have to pay € 6.861 "fun" tax extra and our statetax is 21%. So with all the extra's the car costs € 38.500!!! I got 8% off the price because I had no car to trade in.

@pauljansen2002

6 жыл бұрын

So, that's late! We could testdrive a normal Comfortline Polo in Oktober. I had the precise details and prices for all Polo's at August 1. So I waited till I could have a testdrive to at least see and feel the car live although it was no GTI (press presentation December 1). Now I have to wait till the GTI is available in Holland for a spin, maybe before the end of 2017? I heard 2 customers ordered a GTI unseen, they will get it in week 9 2018.

Gehst ja schon fast als Amerikaner durch :) super Review