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This eighth generation Volkswagen Golf might just be all the car you'll ever need. Jonathan Crouch takes a look.
Ten Second Review
Volkswagen has reimagined what its Golf family hatchback should be, this eighth generation model packaged very differently from its predecessor. Under the skin, hybrid engineering is prevalent further up the range but for potential buyers, what will probably matter most is the distinctive new nose and the classy minimalist cabin. Loyal Golf owners will find lots to like here.
Background
As one former Volkswagen Group Chairman once pointed out, 'the biggest mistake any Volkswagen Golf can make is to stop being a Golf'. Which is why the seven previous generation versions of this model have been marked by such gradual evolution. Visually though, this MK8 model certainly looks a little more distinct. Too much of a change? Only you can decide.
In some ways, this eighth generation version isn't actually quite as much of a step forward as its predecessor. Most of the stuff you can't see is the same as before - the MQB platform and most of the engines for example. And the ground-breaking full-electric e-Golf is no more; Volkswagen wants to reserve full-battery-tech for its new ID family of models. Still, mild hybrid-tech features strongly and there are big steps forward in cabin design and quality. Sounds promising.
Driving Experience
Most of the engineware in this Golf is carried over from before and as usual, gearboxes include the normal 6-speed manual and 7-speed DSG auto transmission options. The line-up starts with a 110PS 1.0-litre TSI petrol unit which is paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. The volume part of the petrol range is built around Volkswagen's familiar 1.5-litre TSI EVO powerplant, developing either 130 or 150PS. The faster 150PS version of this unit makes 62mph from rest in 8.5s en route to a maximum of 139mph and if you order it with the optional 7-speed DSG auto transmission, you'll get Volkswagen's latest 'eTSI' mild hybrid tech included. There's also a Golf GTE plug-in hybrid which mates a 1.4-litre TSI 150PS petrol engine with an 85kW electric motor, creating a total system output of 245PS, yet offering an all-electric WLTP-rated driving range of 36 miles. You'll search in vain for a full-electric version to replace the outgoing e-Golf: Volkswagen's ID.3 model will cover off that niche. The MK8 Golf GTI hot hatch also offers 245PS from an uprated 'EA888 evo4' version of the usual 2.0 TSI turbo petrol powerplant.
If you want a diesel, you'll find that Volkswagen has improved its 2.0-litre TDI 150PS offering, plus, as before, there's a 115PS version of this same TDI powerplant for entry-level customers. At the top of the range, the same engine develops 200PS in the top Golf GTD.
From an engineering perspective, this MK8 Golf, like its predecessor, uses the same front-wheel drive MQB platform, here updated so as to offer greater structural rigidity. As usual, there's the option of Volkswagen's 'DCC' 'Dynamic Chassis Control' adaptive damping system which works with a 'Driver Profile' driving modes system offering 'Eco', 'Comfort', 'Sport' and 'Individual' settings. And of course there's extra camera-driven tech, including an optional 'Travel Assist' system which combines Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane assist to allow 'hands-free' driving at speeds of 130mph. Which sounds vaguely alarming but which Volkswagen assures us is a significant safety aid.
Design and Build
From the front, you might think that this MK8 model line doesn't look especially 'Golf-like' with its lower nose and slimmer grille flanked by beady full-LED headlights. Different front bumper styling varies with different trim levels and the rear features a set of angular LED tail lamps. The rear hatch features the brand's latest logo above 'Golf' lettering and the arrow-shaped C-pillar design (a Golf signature feature since the fourth generation model) is carried forward onto this one. Dimensionally, this model is virtually the same size as its predecessor and as before, there's a choice of either five-door hatch or estate body styles.
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Brilliant in depth review!
Your detailed reviews really are second to none. I’m always a bit confused by the cuts of walking to your mark to start speaking. It’s fine so please don’t take this as overly negative. But you could comfortably talk while walking or pointing out aspects of the car. Also it seems odd that pointing out power ports as USBC like its an oddity when it’s been the primary standard for phones for at least the last four years is strange. It makes total sense to move to USBC on a generation change at this point.
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I owned a Mk7 Golf for just over three years. Logically, it was the best all round car in its class and perfect for my needs - It was close to perfect, but I found it soulless and when I had to choose between selling it or my Dacia Dustbin (sorry, Duster) I kept the Duster. The Golf was Mr Goody Two Shoes and boring - the Dustbin is not quite all there, but much more likeable...... Not driven a Mk8, but hear lots of complaints that the cost cutting has had an effect on perceived quality.
I love your detailed reviews. Keep up the great work!
We'll keep them coming! 👍
When I saw the length of this, I thought that there was no way I'd get to the end yet I'm still here. This is a really good video to find out all the little bits of information you (might) need when looking to buy one. A really good review with all the information I would ever need.
That's brilliant to hear, Liam. Many thanks for watching 👍
gosh, this music is so addicting. and the review is also top notch. keep it up
We certainly will! Many thanks for watching 👍
At last a straight forward down to earth well explained Video. Thank you. Regards
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I have a 1.5 TSI 150 DSG and it’s a truly remarkable car. So far no lag on take up, it’s extremely quiet, very comfortable, does close to 50mpg, and with its mild hybrid technology is quite quick. I can’t believe how bad it makes my old car feel. Build quality is excellent and my local dealer very helpful. Your review is excellent and anyone considering buying a Mk 8 Golf should read it.
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Did your old DSG have a take-up lag? Thank you.
I'm not sure you're right about the Golf MK7 suspension. The 7.5 version certainly had the cheaper system on the less powerful model but my 2013 1.4 TSI 122 Bhp has fully independent
Thanks for such an in-depth review. I will come in handy.
Since 2007, I have had 4 Golfs, a 1.6FSI Mk5, a 1.4TSI 122ps Mk6, a 1.4TSI 122ps Mk 7 and a 1.5 TSI EVO 150PS Mk7.5, the last 3 all with DSG. I have to admit, I didn't notice the difference with the lack of a Multi-Link suspension in the MK7, but found the Mk7.5 handling so much better than the Mk5 & Mk6. It just shows how cars evolve with newer generations. I am undecided on changing over to the Mk8 as I have even been told by a mate who works for a VW dealership not to buy it straight away but wait around 6-12 months for VW to iron out any issues. I am using the various reviews to assess whether to buy one as my finance finishes next year or maybe get a T-Roc instead.
So did you go for it ??
@@ameerhamza4046 I am still driving my 7.5 Golf. My brother has got the Mk.8 Golf GTI and has experienced a few issues with it. As more of the VW cars get the same updates as the Golf, I think I will hold onto my car for a bit longer. I have got quite a low mileage anyway thanks to lockdown and working locally so I got a VW extended warranty on it back in March this year. When I looked at all the other warranty companies out there, it was better value buying directly from VW.
Okay I'm gonna say it, the looks have grown on me, just as I thought it would, exactly what happened with the bmw 1 series.
This is the best review on the Golf 8 and extremely helpful.
The Oscar winner!
Thank you very much.
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Great review as usual. Thanks
I have a Golf Mk 6 TSI and a Golf Mk7.5 GTE....the difference in build quality is very clear with the Mk6 being quieter, has less rattles and creaks and generally feels better built. Would be interested to see how bad/good the Mk8 is in comparison after 6 months ownership
Love the Mk6 Golf, I wish the Mk8 was as well made
@@forza223bowe5 It is :-)
The mk5/6 are the best IMO. Not liking the extreme slop of the roofline or the 80's arcade interior.
Other reviews have said the ford focus is the quieter car. and it seems vag interior quality has dropped more hard plastics.
I'd have an Ford Focus but their petrol engines seem to be limited to a 1.0 Litre Ecoboost engine - don't want Diesel.
@@nickhickson8738 I leased a golf mk8 1.5 etsi life as the lease was a good price it's nice to drive but nearly constant electrical issues will be going back to dealer for the 4th time in 10 months.
Great review. I think you will find the 48 volt Lithium iron battery is under the front seat not in the boot. Thanks for uploading.
Apologies for this minor error, J. Glad you enjoyed the review 👍
ion not iron!
You're very simply the best, all the others are mere details. Any idea what the background music is called?
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When did a dust pollen filter become an addon option?! That's so stingy.
I never understand the comparison with an Octavia re. space. Surely the Scala is the more direct comparison if we are looking at VW group siblings.
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@@OsvUkVehicleSupply I should add, best car review channel on TH-cam! A 2018 mk7 Golf is my current car and I couldn't be more pleased with it.
Good stuff thank you
No problem! We're glad you enjoyed the review 👍
I learn so much from this channel best presenters
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Got my Mark 8 R line lime yellow coming end of November
I got my Pure White 1.5 eTSI (150hp DSG) in latr July and I love it
Excellent in depth review 👍
Many thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it 👍
Excellent review
Many thanks for watching, Ted. Are you thinking about getting a VW Golf MK8?
Thinking about a mark 8 alright.
Volkswagen's are the most over rated cars on the market. Customers worldwide are still not being properly compensated for the VW diesel scam. Volkswagen's perceived quality is overshadowed by the poor reliability ratings they receive and poor to average customer service. Here in the UK people tend to ignore the points made previously and blindly buy these cars. If you look at reviews of them in Australia for example customers tend to be a bit more savvy and choose more reliable brands. There are much better alternatives on the market. My money would go on the Korean or Japanese brands. Thanks for a great TH-cam channel. Your reviews are very detailed and informative.
I have golf 8 1.0 tsi
This guy thinks the camera is somewhere else at the start of literally every scene 🤣
Best Golf 8 review i´ve seen!
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i kinda like the new design, the back side specially . The interior layout is very nice and minimalistic however, the screen and digital media system can better than $35 costco kids drawing tablet or atleast faster. I know its not I phone or i pad but its not like VW is charging us $100 for it either.
Interior and badge snobbery aside, is the Focus still the best in class in terms of quietness/refinement value and driving.
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Lets hope that the 1.5 TSI 150bhp has been 'fixed' of it's kangaroo/hesitation issues. My mk7.5 is in for a software update to hopefully resolve this. If the update doesn't fix then im selling and leaving VW far behind.
Any update re: the hopping? Was it resolved
Are those really alloy wheels on that 'yellow' Golf? They look more like plastic wheel trims.
Hi Nick, are you thinking about getting a VW Golf?
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply
Not if one was given to me though I could sell it for cash immediately.
Have had one for a day, a 'Golf Life and I thought the whole concept, especially the interior was appalling. The so-called instrumentation and its operation is outstandingly bad and dangerous unless parked up. Even the virtual display was a disappointment with its cheap looking small dials when in circular mode imitating the analogue ones. And as for that fuel gauge!!
Ghastly, ghastly.
I will hold onto my MK7 and hope the MK9 won't be a styling disaster as this new MK8 has become.
Hi there, what don't you like about the design of the MK8?
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply The squished headlights with an over-bearing hood(bonnet). The sloping roofline to the rear hatch is to extreme for the classic lines of the golf IMO. The loss of knob and button controls that are integrated into touch screens . The interior cabin with the excessive LCD displays, which at night when lit reminds me of an 80's video arcade and not what a refined Golf cabin should look like.
The MK5/6 generation is the highpoint of the Golf line and my hope is VW will pull back on so much of the electronic tech for the MK9 which isn't keeping with the raw spirit of the Golf/GTI. Basically keep the traditional lines and keep it simple as possible.
I agree, after having driven one for a day. Words cannot describe my disappointment especially as I'm currently on my 3rd Golf - MK7.
Your presentation is lot better than Clarkson
We appreciate that! Thanks for watching 👍
13.59 Showing a lack of knowledge on how the mhev works. It requires the automatic gearbox as it turns off the engine, which is why you can’t get it with a manual gearbox.
Far too much road noise, I should never have to raise my voice to speak to a passenger
US will get 1 powertrain 🙄, and prob no independent suspension .
Pavement theatre....love it.
Its another VW Golf. Does exactly the same as the previous model. The whole industry is designed to make money from customers who are directly responsible for the depletion of the earths resources for all the materials to build more and more cars. Its sad that the world revolves around money in this way. Create something that nobody really needs to keep people in jobs. Its the same as the council worker employed to clean the streets (no disrespect, Ive been on the bins a few years ago), yet if nobody dropped litter he would be out of a job. Its all wrong, all of it. No logic or sense whatsoever yet its how our population survives. Make something, customer works to pay for it, keeps the manufacturer in a job, customer works to buy something else to keep someone else in a job. Crazy.
How did you respond to this via your iphone or laptop perhaps!
Thats life,roll with it or get off...
2 / 3 / 4 = the best Golfs
The 3rd Golf was actually the worst generation of all the Golfs. They would already be rotten before they left the factory.
speed 1.25
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I prefer mk7.5
Mk 6 looks best
VW's might be ok, if they didn't insist on using terrible electrics and stopped making important engine components out of plastic to save a few euros. The problem is that when those plastic engine components break, they can in a lot of cases, take out the whole engine. I've seen it happen quite a number of times with various people. I'll stick with the ever reliable Japanese cars thanks.
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No. Golfs have a poor reliability record and VW customer service is average at best
What a 1:17:31 waste of time. Rather buy a new Citroën C4 than this inspireless piece of Teutonic metal and plastic. Great review by the way.
No more VW or Audi since dieselgate...
Well done I quite agree!
The best money per plastic value. 🙄🤦♂️
Please make a video to show how to turn OFF all these gimmicky, unnecessary, complicated and potentially dangerous features. I've managed to turn off most of those on my 2020 Golf but am still stuck with the auto stop start feature .... and what I'd give to be able to get rid of the electronic parking brake and the hill hold stupidity which I still can't figure out. As for the infuriating sign that comes on every time I start the car telling me to observe safety regulations - which needs to be turned off every time I start the car 🤯. A fine car totally ruined by gadgets.
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To everyone who buys this car, congratulations on your new Tiguan.
What 🤣🤣
At least the most boring...
Stripped out cheaped golf, no buttons draws cup holder draw,no more carpet in side pockets, cheap hard plastic in the Back no gass strut to hold bonnet up just a stick like 1980s,no covers on key holes on door handles,nasty and cheap golf,
Hideous looking front, interior quality poor, all touchscreen
Interior quality is amazing. Don´t tell lies, please. Touch screens work sooo well and they are easy to use!
@@mathias61
Yes, ideal when stationary but on the move, you must be joking. I'm sure you did not really mean it.
VW golf are so overrated..
Quite agree!
@Frank Sisson Every other car brand
That’s one ugly car, yuk….
Hi Shane, what don't you like about the VW Golf MK8?
Hi, I like the interior dashboard ect, the exterior is very bland looking, I feel they could have done a better effort, it’s not the type of car you look back at after you’ve parked, the best looking golfs in my opinion were the mark 2 gti big bumper model and the 7.5 clubsport.
@@Shane-zx4ps Golf 3 is the best looking imo, or if one likes more "boxed" form the 2 of course (I drove those quite a lot - sadly now my 3 has rusted)
I'll take the Mazda 3 SkyActiv X thank you very much. I don't wan't a cheating ugly golf.
Quite agree!
@@phil8437 I don't agree. I just trade in my 2019 mazda 3 into a golf 8. Never had a bad car like that mazda 3 BP. Quality of the golf 8 is superior to the mazda 3. Everything feels better, works better and still is better.