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Volkswagen's second generation Golf GTE continues to offer a more dynamic, if rather pricey, take on plug-in hybrid technology, combining sporty styling and pokey petrol power along with real world battery range and frugality. The idea is to deliver GTI responsiveness along with ID.3-style EV sustainability. If Volkswagen has done just that, then this could very well be the ultimate all-round family hatch.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
00:55 Background
02:15 Driving Experience
14:24 Design & Build
26:50 Market & Model Range
45:32 Cost of Ownership
56:18 Summary
Background
Hybrid cars used to be dull, compromised, soul-less things. In buying one, you sacrificed driving enjoyment for eco-minded technology and positioned yourself amongst smug, green-minded folk. It isn't like that any more - or at least it doesn't need to be, according at least to this car, Volkswagen's Golf GTE.
This second generation model, launched early in 2020, succeeds an original Golf GTE that was one of the market's very first plug-in hybrids when it was first announced back in late-2014. This replacement's key change is a lithium-ion battery twice as large, which usefully extends the WLTP-rated all-electric driving range to 40 miles. Plus energy deployment can now be predictive, taking into account GPS data. And of course there are all the advantages of the latest MK8 Golf model line. If you're the sort of buyer who might have previously been steered towards the economy of a Golf GTD diesel but secretly hankered after the smoothness of the GTI, this GTE could be the perfect solution.
Driving Experience
As with its first generation predecessor, the combustion element of this Golf GTE model's drivetrain uses a 150PS 1.4-litre TSI petrol engine and a 6-speed DSG auto gearbox. What's changed this time round is that the 85 kW electric motor this package works with is mated to a lithium-ion battery that's 50% bigger, now rated up at 13kWh, quite a large capacity for a plug-in hybrid model. That's why the all-electric driving range has increased to 40 miles. And why the all-electric top speed has improved to 80mph.
When the battery is sufficiently charged, the GTE always starts in its all-electric E-MODE, switching to the alternative 'Hybrid' mode only if the energy capacity of the battery drops below a certain level or the vehicle's speed rises above 80mph. As before, the driver has the option to 'save' battery charge for urban driving later in any trip. But what's different this time round is the way that once you've entered in a navigation destination, the battery manager (using so-called 'Predictive Hybrid Control') can predictively take into account road and topographical GPS data to ensure the most efficient use of the available driving range. A new driving dynamics control system known as the 'Vehicle Dynamics manager' also debuts with this MK2 model. This controls the XDS torque vectoring system and the optional DCC adaptive chassis control adjustable dampers to achieve a greater perceived difference between the feel of the car in its comfort and more sportily-orientated drive settings.
Design and Build
As before, a big part of the GTE's appeal is that it doesn't look that different to a GTI. Blue-themed touches differentiate this plug-in variant - on a narrow line spanning the front end of the bonnet and on an LED strip in the headlight. A nice touch is the way that the radiator grille can be illuminated as a continuation of this strip. The large, one-piece lower air intake grille features a honeycomb pattern with a black frame and a striking wing-like design at each corner. In profile, you get 17-inch alloy wheels. And there are wider black side skirt sills than you'd normally get on a Golf, those sills coming together at either end of the car to form the front spoiler and the rear diffuser. LED tail light clusters feature at the rear, where there are no visible exhaust pipes.
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The detail in the reviews are by far way better than others...
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Finally an in-depth review by someone who has taken the time to study and understand all the functions. Makes a change from reviewers who have limited knowledge of the technical aspects and waffle on about how scratchy the plastics are and the size of bottle that fits in the door pockets, seriously pathetic. Thank you, I have made my decision based on this excellent appraisal.
Finally someone did a real full and detailed review! Thank you!
Thanks for watching, Elton! Are you thinking about getting a VW Golf GTE?
The best GTE review I have ever seen thank you so much, however I was surprised you pointed out the battery in the boot when actually it's the petrol tank not a lot of people know that. 😉
A deep and honest analysis, thanks for the work.
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Best GTE review across Europe! Am I've read all the German ones too...
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One of the best review of the gte
Absolute great video, thank you.
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good intelligent and practical analysis - thankyou
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Thank you very much. Best golf gte review
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Great review. Thanks 👍
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The most comprehensive and erudite reviewer on the net. Brilliant, thank you.
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Congratulations :) good review .
Thanks for watching, Mustafa? Are you thinking about getting a VW Golf GTE?
You wellcome . No , I don't think . Have a nice day ..
Great work ! tempting as a company car
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How those exterior camera shots really expose the disgusting state of our road surfaces.
Superb review
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I’ve just bought a 2022 Golf GTE? However I can’t seem to find a GTE button or GTE mode?
big up horsham
The eHybrid version has electro driver's seat with memory and pull out thigh support, and a better Alcantara-like cloth. 40hp less, bit longer range, theoretically.
Great review, thanks. What is the colour name for this car please?
Thanks for watching Stuart 👍 It's Dolphin Grey Metallic. If you'd like to explore the Golf GTE more closely with a Vehicle Specialist, get in touch on 01903 538835 or book your free consultation online: bit.ly/39YHCml
The noise internally when indicating is somewhat loud and extremely annoying. Anyway this can be turned off?
Next question, can the driver assist lane be turned off permanently? Changing it ever time I use the car is frustrating.
Thanks in advance
Hi Peter, you should be able to disable the Lane Keep Assist function in the settings. We suggest taking the car to your local dealership so they can look into this further 👍
Hi, I really hope you would be able to answer my query and clear my doubt. Since, yours is the most elaborated review about Golf Mk8 GTE plug-in hybrid car I could find anywhere on internet. I have just bought a used one couple of days ago. It still has factory warranty till April' 24. Has been driven for only 3700 miles. One year old car. Its almost fully loaded with features offered. I bought it because I just loved it when I took it for a test drive and did not want to wait for delivery time for the new car. Already got burnt waiting for Toyota yaris for almost 8 months to hear it would be further delayed. So canceled the order. Coming to my question, when I picked my Golf GTE from the dealer. The battery was not charged. Dealer was ready to charge it but then I had to leave the car overnight there and come again next day. Thought it would be a good experience and start for me to understand how to charge the battery as it is my first battery oriented car, I drove it to home on petrol engine. I then found a charging station nearby my home and charged the battery there. It took 3 hours to charge it full. But after the charge it showed only 28 miles of range. I know it is a used car but its only one year old and has been driven for 3700 miles only. I am little sad about it. I expected it to give at-least 30 to 35 miles of range if not full 40 miles as claimed by VW. Also, I did not see battery recuperating in hybrid mode. Should I take to VW authorized service center or is there anything in the settings that I can do something about. I did find that there is a setting of minimum charge which was set to 30%. I thought maybe it is because of this the mileage range is showing less. So I changed it to 20% but it did not make any difference. May you please suggest what should or can I do in this case? or is it just real world scenario of Golf GTE I have to live with...
your guidance will be highly appreciated.
Hi Sanan, thanks for your comment. We suggest taking the car back to the dealership for them to investigate this further 👍
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply Thanks for the reply. I have charged the car 4 times after buying. I am not sure if driving style is important in this case. But now see my mileage going up. Last I charged, it showed 31 miles range. Up from 28 miles suddenly. I also read on some community pages and spoke to owners of some other car brands that a car never gives same mileage in EV mode as advertised by it's maker. Its usually always 20 to 25 % short of it.
But as you advised. I am going to dealer soon. Already informed him.
@@100nuanand Thanks for the details Sanan. Let us know how you get on at the dealer - hope it goes to plan 👍
Hi @@OsvUkVehicleSupply , latest update is that my car's mileage is now slowly shooting up. for a full charge it shows upto 33 miles from 28 when I bought. Not sure if the way I drive is tuning it up.... Spoke to the dealer. He said, this is a good mileage considering summer is yet to arrive in full. He suggests to expect it to go upto 35/36 in hot summer. hope should not be a strategy but still a good thing 😇
@@100nuanand Hi Sanan, that's brilliant news! You'll love driving your Golf in the summer. Thanks for the update :)
The e-Hybrid version of the Golf recently went on sale in the UK alongside this GTE model, being positioned below the GTE in the Golf line-up.
But why was the lower-powered e-Hybrid version initially reserved for other markets and not supposed to go on sale in the UK when it was first launched?
this or the golf ehybrid?
This
i really wish VW would've made a mk8 e golf
GTI responsiveness, yes thats perfect for todays impatient drivers. Cant people do speed limits anymore ?
Can you please tell me the consumption in litres without charging the batteries?
The Volkswagen Golf GTE 2021 typically consumes around 5.4 to 6.4 litres of petrol per 100 kilometres when you're not using the electric mode. Keep in mind that the actual fuel consumption can vary depending on your driving habits and conditions.
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply you mean pure electric or even hybrid mode?