2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI | Better Than An Audi A3?
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- čas přidán 7. 07. 2024
- This week Mike tests the 2020 Jetta GLI and compares it against an Audi A3.
A big thanks to Dalmar Motors for lending us this vehicle to review
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Introduction (0:00)
Exterior: (1:45)
Interior: (6:55)
Drive Experience: (12:08) - Auta a dopravní prostředky
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@@suchinpati5601 octavia o
Is the sound sub only on in sport mode. Or is it also on in regular drive mode??
You probably dont care at all but does someone know of a method to log back into an instagram account?
I was dumb forgot the account password. I love any tricks you can give me
@Davis Matthias instablaster =)
I have a 2019 GLI. I am very happy with its performance and as a daily driving vehicle. My GLI gets a lot of attention and it is a sleeper car.
Nice man
Fr tho, amazing car
Who have you beaten?
@@great4ever845 most cars in its leauge it beats. Literally
@@sharktin240 that thing has like 200hp
Very professional, detail oriented review. Thanks.
This is a great review. I used it as a comparison and ended up getting the ‘21 GLI Autobahn (US) 6MT in pure grey. The color is wonderful and I love the car!
Waiting on my factory ordered 7DSG in gray myself.
@@SonOfTheDawn515 - awesome! I had to do the same - took about a month to come in. Let us know how you like the DSG!
You're an intelligent man. Always get more for your $
@@Quadruple-Vaxxed-Boomer - love your handle!!! - lolol
@@omariwest9068 how've you been enjoying your GLI? Currently looking at them myself. The grey is beaut on these things from what I can see! How many miles have you put on it and how is it doing?
Dude you're gonna get big if you keep it up. Subbed.
Thanks Mike, really appreciate the kind words man. I have a lot of info in my head, when it comes to Volkswagen and Audi product. So let’s see how that carries over when I review other products. I have a Chevy blazer a Cadillac XT4 coming.
Trying to make it more entertainment instead of just bland information
Appreciate the sub
Thank you for this. The only 2020 review ive seen
Thank you for watching and subscribing!
Very well done review. Almost made me consider trading in the 2017 GTI Autobahn. Keep up the good work!
Thanks man!
Here in Brazil we don't have the manual transmission as an option, its strange like a car that here is sold like "premium" it's not "premium at all" around the world.
Nice Video!
That's a nice and complete review, just about to buy it!
Just bought the 2020 Autobahn and I absolutely love it. For 30k I can’t think of a more well rounded option. It’s fun to drive, great interior in the autobahn, and 30+ mpg. My last car was a Genesis 5.0 R Spec so I didn’t want to lose too much performance and this car is just as fun if not more fun to drive. Lightweight and way better handling than my last vehicle.
Great feedback! Thank you!
I needed this!! My lease is almost up and the offers are coming in from VW and Audi. I’ve always wanted to make the switch from VW to Audi but I’m not seeing the major advantages so far, besides it’s almost a $10k difference comparing base models. Maybe what I really might end up doing is going from Jetta SE to GLI
Do it! I am upgrading my 15 se 1.8t jetta to a 22 gli
Wow the new GLI keeps getting better with every new generation and has a lot more features than the older models and great bang for the buck. Now they just need to make it all electric for the next version. I have a 2014 VW Jetta GLI edition 30 with DSG since new and 50,000 miles and it's still fun to drive everyday. It was a lot more fun when I did the Unitronic stage 1 ECU and DSG tune, Neuspeed charge and discharge pipes, AEM drop in high flow air filter, and Fluidampr crank pulley. The car really came alive with the extra power, but could use a limited slip differential as it's so easy to get wheel spin now at lower speeds.
great review you did a great job im currently thinking about getting a gli and have been doing a lot of research on it
The comparison of the fake sound to the gummy bears at 13:48 is my favourite part haha
Definitely agree about the red ring around the start stop button @ 11:35 my dad's eagle talon from 1990 had that and thought that was soo cool as a kid growing up
Ya exactly!
Just picked up a 2020 gli s. My 8th vw. It has better driving dynamics than my friends a3 Quattro. The old audi feeling of years past (4000 q) without the audi price tag.
Im getting mine in 2 days, any tips to breaking it in and getting comfortable with it easily?
@@colorless.perspective To brake it in correctly drive it like you stole it. www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm
Still have my gli mk2 and still love it since first day
It’s worth some money.🔥🔥🔥
Great review! I will definitely consider this car next time I am shopping for one.
Appreciate that!
I got mine in march, same colour pure grey and I fucking love it. Best purchase ever!!!
Nice man! Tell that to some one here who don’t! But you own one!
same here - did u get the auto or manual?
Have had the GLI since September last year. Love it. No problems at all.
Great to hear! Thanks for watching
ACCELER8 I want the 19 35edition gli but I want the leather seats & virtual cockpit (I could buy the autobahn but I want the special edition) ,I live in Arizona can I import the Canadian model of the 2019 35th edition from Canada
Do you live in area with snow? If so, how is it? Need a good stick shift that’s also good in snow. Oddly enough I’m cross shopping a GLI and a Crosstrek...
Vw makes great cars. My 13 Jetta SE still runs great at 114k miles
Nice review!
Brilliant compare and contrast. Thanks.
Thank you for doing this comparison. I'd like to see more Audi to Volkswagen comparisons and even cheaper Mercedes products if possible. I appreciate your eye to detail in calling out cost cutting. 👍
Appreciate that!
I have a 2019 GLI I live in Alaska and surprisingly it does very well. I would say my biggest gripe with the car is the interior build quality. I don’t know if others have the same issues but there’s something always rattling in my front passenger door and haven’t been able to find the culprit. But overall I love it!
Welcome to VW lol! Something always rattled in my MK4 and MK6. Be glad they don't use wax and have the crayon smell of the MK4 anymore! (I actually liked it but most don't)
I’ve had my GLI for about 8 months now and I love it. Tremendous bargain. There are a few things (mostly interior) where VW went a little cheap but I would say that where they did it’s strategically placed. VW also sandbagged on the fuel economy. I get about 27-28mpgs around town but I get about 38-40 on the highway. Sometimes a little higher if it’s flat.
You must not drive 805o 90
I'm going to be straight up.....you have one of the best review channels out there. We have 5 cars and 3 are German, Volkswagen, Audi and Mercedes. I'm obviously here for the Audis and volks and to check out your rides 👍
Thanks man! Comments like this are gas that keeps the engine running!
@@ACCELER8TV ...as a car enthusiast and passionate driver,, your channel is the one. Thank you for the honesty and direct approach you have to your reviews..
oh,, once I went german,, nothing else came close..mk6 Golf TSI....I get the Audi fanboys though...
@@ACCELER8TV only way to drive.....stick(manual)
@@ACCELER8TV love how you got your son in the back..(new to the channel so I'm sorry if I assumed).....I go shopping with my 7 yr old...she loves the less lag-exhaust sound
@4:49 at this angle the backend looks similar to a Skoda Octavia or Superb maybe even an Audi A4. In ways all the VAG cars in their different classes are similar to each other. If I had to pick between a loaded Golf Gti and a midrange A3 hatch, I would pick the Golf. But I'm no batch snob. Just my two cents.
I bought the first that came here in ottawa in april 2019, great car for the price, I test drive several cars (including the 2020 cla 250) and let me tell you, for its price I think that the GLi is the best bargain.
Thanks for your comment!
But the things kinda weird looking , it’s looks like it almost wants to be an Audi lol but still a Jetta definitely nice for the Jetta though
@@isaiahbanton3786 I mean it’s still better than the new civic that looks like it wants to be a Jetta and is failing
nice review, the way you summarized it, in the end, is exactly what went through my head when I decided to buy mine in April. I did end up getting the manual just because I know there's not many years left for that transmission as a whole. Lot of people talk about buying stick shifts but not having a conventional transmission (electric cars) sells 2X of manual transmission cars now in the US. All the brands will follow the money. This might be one of the last generations of a new car that offers a manual transmission, get them while you can!
Perfectly said and that’s the truth!
Enjoy your ride and thanks for watching!
VW have a real gem here, but I can't get over the fact that this still has halogen turn signals on an all-LED system. Makes it look way cheaper.
Lol you can get led signals for like 20$
What a dEaL bReAkEr
Love the GLI I am currently driving the 1.4 TSI COMFORTLINE awesome car
Bought my GLI last December. The big reason is the price compared to the GTI or A3. I use the money saved to get a 10 year extended warranty.
Nice! Thanks for watching!
does your auto insurance have an option for mechanical breakdown insurance?
Aoun Jafarey nope
Love your review Mike! You make a GLI sexy, keep up the awesome work!
Bought a 21 GLI Autobahn Black package on Black exterior. Really a nice car and fun to drive it’s great for daily commuting and gets decent mpg. I’ve had the car for 6 months now and have not seen another Black on Black on the streets.
Did not know about center arm rest prop position.Cool
Still love the 2013 jetta. This one looks great too.
Agreed!
Better looking gen of jetta imo 👍👍👍
A tad bit wrong. I work for Union Pacifics Auto Rack Division, meaning we receive brand new cars of every brand make and model. You name it, fresh off the train. Our yard typically gets more VW’s and I’ve driven the regular Jetta standard edition to the GLI. I can tell you in both markets they are the same. Very impressive interior, very peppy for the car it is. We also receive manual versions and automatic versions in the U.S. A very exciting car it is for a majority of it being produced in Mexico
You must be going crazy with covid, apparently logistics are a nightmare, stay safe!
I don't think the sunshade getting tougher as you get closer to closing it is a flaw: In my A3, the shade always ends up sliding back a bit as you continue to accelerate. I think this was VW's attempt at stopping that behavior.
I love the sunshade on the sunroof, but I would expect a lot of creaking coming from it. It’s the same exact sunroof that comes on the A3/S3 and mine was annoyingly creaky on my S3.
Great video with some good humor
This review is well done.
Thanks Brent!
We don't get this car in Europe, because of the Passat. I really like the Jetta!
Called the Bora in Europe.
@@cpinto9479 no that's is not true
At 7 years old we put playing cards in our bike spokes with clothes pins (back in the day!). We imagined engines - we were KIDS. Something wrong about this in an adult car? Yep. And the horn - beep beep. And the start stop nags on the display? One should possibly ignore all that at the price of the car, if you are a VW fan then I suppose you will. Nice video tho!
I love my 2021 Jetta GLI!! MQB platform is the beeeees kneeeeeees!!
Definitely a sub + like. It is very nice and easy to listen to you talking about ups and down of the cars, yet can be a partly boring watching video.
A little piece of advise to improve "video" part - when comparing two + cars better show side by side video/picture with a voice behind.
Example: "Audi backlights ... vs jetta gli" (showing side by side picture of both cars lights).
> Take a look a bit at "carwow" videos on how they build a video line.
Thank you Oleg,
Will def check it out.
Thank you for the feedback and that’s for watching
It’s 2020. The least they could have done was make hydraulic hood openers on all their cars. Even my 08 golf city has one 😂
Got to follow command instructions as it needs to be. You can say anything through Car Play, and it will work😊 I don't know why you would compare it to the Arteon, because the Arteon is a very isolated and luxurious cruiser. It's not meant to be loud or as sharp on the steering, rather it's informative and relaxed. Performance wise they are +/- equal from speed to 110 (after the Arteon's bigger turbo has the advantage), and off the line the Arteon is faster due to AWD.
Same car 12000klm still happy fun to drive and cheep on gas there's only 1 problem it max out at 202klm per hour o well its not every day iam going to do that but it was so effortless to get at that speed and still completely steady just a grate car for the money ty
Why would you even need to go that fast... except when on a track.
You can unlock the speed lock. Just go to a mechanic but why would you need the speed in USA? You cant drive fast legal anyway.
Great comparison. I’m very interested in buying a GLI. So your video is very helpful. I wish there is a more premium or better equipped trim level for the GLI. I wouldn’t mind to pay additional 3-5 grands for it. But I guess that’s what the A3 or even the A4 are there for.
Scooping up this car in manual, but no sunroof. It’s a bummer, wanted the sunroof, but it’s alright. My other option was the 2020 Jetta R line, manual too, that one had the sunroof, but I figure the GLI is just too badass to not get it, get me?
I have a '20 Audobon USA model with manual. I'm torn, it's exactly like you point out...the trunk lid, the hood support, the passenger seat being lower; but the whole package is pretty amazing as a daily driver if you're willing to accept these shortcomings. For the price point it's hard to beat.
Well said man. And thanks for watching
How is the GLI in driving in Snow? Im trying to decide between GLI or Dodge challenger GT AWD as my new daily driver
Wish this was in the uk.
قطعة هندسية جميلة متوحشة قوية ماشاء الله اللهم ارزقنا مثلها يا رب العالمين تحفة فنية رائعة وتمتاز بالقوة والجمال أحبها
Thanks for the comparison to the A3! I just wish it had backseat vents.
Truth!
I have one, and drive with my girlfriend’s kids in the back... We think there may be some under-seat vents.
@@RoyalFizzbin there is
Having owned a 2018 A3, and 2020 A4. The GLI is more sporty than the A3 hands down! I do miss the A4 for the luxury purposes.
Before the A3 I had a MK7 GTI….Going to the A3 felt like a down grade.
I love love my Audi a3!
Great video! Now my question is, Mazda 6 or GLI?
VW gli is a driver's car, the Mazda is not.
The GLI is definitely a looker. Doesn’t hold up to my 18’ S3. But it’s nice.
Love my '17 S3 as well
Bro I gotta ask. What shoes are those you're wearing?
I have a 2021 GLI. This is my 3rd. What tire upgrade do you suggest? The stock tires are garbage!
Call me crazy but I love my A3! I just got out of a GTI and what a huge difference. I donno maybe it’s just me, but the structure and feel it solid with Audi.
More insulation and better quality.
ACCELER8 yea I’ve always liked GLI’s until I got my a3. Both cars are what I consider slow... but as a daily driver I wanted something compact and stylish. The look of the GLI just doesn’t do it for me, not saying it’s a bad car. JMO
Owned both, and woudl take the GTi every day of the week, no competition. A4 over passat though, although the new passat looks great (Eu version that is). Like them all tbh, and good to be driving any of them.
John D to each their own...
I had a 2015 GTI for a year, best car ever. Till I got a 2017 S3. I definitely saw a huge difference between both
Coupla things. I bought the 2019 version since it has a 6 year warranty. Also, you don't have to use premium gas; it'll take regular with, for me, an unnoticeable loss of performance. Mine is the Autobahn w/ stick and it's the best Jetta I've owned. (I owned four diesel Jettas starting with the 1981 two-door.) Funny, I find the fake noise silly. My salesman suggested the 'custom' mode to allow a good combination of options. I was pleasantly surprised at the quality experience at the dealership. There was no b.s. Oh, and it was a lot less expensive than the GTI I went into the store hoping to buy.
All The Kids Are Right I have a 2019 gli autobahn. Mines a auto and had remote start so idk about the manual. But the inside of the gas cap says it only needs 87 octane. However the 228hp rating is based off of premium fuel (93 octane). I only put in premium since it’s not much more and gives better performance and burns cleaner. However you can use regular.
What’s with the Seahawks logo taillights. Would look better without that curved beak.
What color was that? Great video!
12:01 they still haven't addressed/fixed the audio button turning the power emblem 😂. C'mon VW! Drove me nuts in my MK6 2.5 SE Jetta. I always reset it after driving so it was facing the correct way.
Buenas tardes , mi comentario es: que estas son las mejores marcas automotrices del Mundo, todas las ALEMANAS son dignas de valorar
OCD about the volume knob. Why does the symbol have to rotate. As far as I know, no other OEM has this issue.
VW doesn't care lol. My MK6 was like that.
Funny enough , in Europe we don't get the Jetta anymore , because we have the Skoda Octavia from the Volkswagen group .
Oh really? Never knew that! Will research
Thank you for commenting and subscribing
Nice review. Nice car.
Thanks man!
Can you find out what grey this is? they have 3 types of grey.
Pure grey!
Efsane makina Jetta
the only problem on the design of gli，is that the rear (c pillars area) is too long. like you said it's like a camary.
Agreed
Can we please get a Jetta R with variant 5 cylinder from the RS3 :)
That’s what I’m talking about!
PLEASE!
I have to wonder as you open the rear trunk, what would happen if you had any snow or ice left on the trunk, looks like you it would cascade off the rear window right into the trunk. Designers have to design for many considerations, but Germans get to deal with snow as well. (The wiper system on my Mk5 is the worst for getting stuck in ice and hard pack).
You got it. It does pack in the back upper lip
I have a 2020 Jetta r-line. Anyone have any tips on improving its performance without breaking the bank.
Go stage 1
@ACCELER8 CORRECTION: The engine noise you hear, not "fake exhaust", is REAL engine noise being pumped into the cabin by the Soundaktor system. It is in fact REAL engine noise that is channeled into the cabin via a resonator of sorts. When it is disabled, you don't much engine noise in the cabin. Nothing fake or "not real" about it. I think a better term is "Engine Noise Enhancement".
Oh so it is the real engine noise but it's just so whoever is in the car can hear it!
First of all; thank you for watching this video all the way though. Secondly, thank you for your contribution! Total engine noise enhancement!
What !!!!! The sound isn’t real ???? That changes everything!!! Fuck I wanted this car just cause of that and you say ppl can’t hear it either ohh man . But thank you I’ve watched alot of videos you the first to explain it fully
Which ome You like between Audi A3 and Jetta !!??
I feel like this is the type of sports car you see people that have no clue what they're driving buy
The word sport gets thrown out so much it barely has relevance any more
4:32 They are the same quality, it's just that they want you to buy an Audi :)) Audi were from the start made to compete with BMW, so they were fun cars to drive and they still are, but if VW were as fun as Audis are , why would you buy an Audi ? ;))))
Why would I buy an Audi if VW makes fun cars? Well, Audi has luxury performance cars that are in a totally different bracket than the GTI, GLI, and R (ie S8/R8). VW offers affordable performance. Audi, like all other luxury divisions, is the next level.
@@jasonharris996 GTI is a premium car...and more than an A3...GTI has heritage and far more popular and recognizable than an A3
It felt like I was watching someone who regretted not getting an Audi.
Yes! Should have got the Audi lol. The channel is based on an Audi perspective.
Thanks for watching!
@@ACCELER8TV No you're absolutely right with this one. Audi is overpriced and they all look alike :)
what's happening... found you this evening and subbed...o purchased and still own the VW mk6 Jetta GLI Autobahn,
since I am an American and live in NY... I want to tell you that fact of our VWs are made down in Mexico instead of over in Germany does, unfortunately, make a very real and very unfortunate
bunch of negative problems I've had to deal with more than I would like to admit...
I love my mk6 and stíl drive it
today but it is a serious situation to take into consideration if in the market for an American market place VW....I also owned the 2010 mk5 Jetta S base model with the 2.5 5 cylinder 170 HP that
was my first brand new car purchase...o loved this model too, I'm some ways and for certain reasons,ore than the
mk6 GLI.... some subnormal 17 year old morons driving for under 3 months rammede so hard from behind that they cut me a 12k$ check since the damage was in excess of 85% of the cars value....so I used the check from insurance to finance the mk6
and paid it off with a relatively small monthly note...
anyways, when you mentioned the factory in Mexico I thought it was relevant to explain how the factories without question makes a major difference in the builds quality when coming off the assembly line. cheers?
Recent college grad here! I'm close to pulling the trigger on the Jetta GLI but the only thing stopping me is hearing the stories about how expensive maintenance is and its unreliability. How true is that? Any advice for me?
Get one that is still under warranty and then you don’t have to worry about things breaking down for some time
Trust me it’s not true
I have a 2015 VW Jetta with 115,000 miles on it. Not too bad on my maintenance. Normal maintenance, also regular oil changes and never late on those
No issues for me after 13 months and 15000km. I’ve owned 3 recent VWs with this engine and all have been reliable. However, I usually change every 4 years so I can’t comment on long term. As for maintenance, not more expensive that other manufacturers as it requires only 1 service per year or every 15K km.
Those are the VW's from the past. They're great cars and reliable. Maintenance isn't really much more than any other manufacture. Oil change on these are every 10k mileage, spark plugs at ~55k ish miles. The one costly thing about these is if you get the DSG the fluid needs to be changed every 40k miles and it's not cheap.
That sprite needs its own car seat.
Lol!
I’m looking to get either a 2019 GLI DSG or a 2017 A3? I can’t make up mind. Any suggestions. I’m most interested in sportiness and interior quality.
Hmm...buy a GTI
Have a new video this question, dropping shortly!
@@ACCELER8TV thanks for the quick response. Looking forward to the new video.
Hi, another question have you driven both FWD and Quattro A3. I live in warm weather environment and can get a much better deal on FWD. just worries about slower acceleration. Thanks.
@@jonathangruber8784 Get performance/summer tires. Makes a world of difference.
you should drive mine bro you will love it with bolt ons and tune 258tq vs 360tq 310hp fuckn fast i pull on a lot fast cars it so light DSG is amazing tran
Damn
Bring it over!
Dude same! Pulling around the same numbers and STILL didn’t spend as much as I would have for a GTI. Ripped a Golf R a couple months back. Manual trans shorted.
Going to test drive a gli in a week
I was never fond of the new look Jetta and would pick an Audi A3. If you know how to look for a good price for a car, you can find an A3 for around the same price as a GLI. I bought my 2018 Audi A3 Quattro brand new for $27500 as is. I put in around $3600 in aftermarket performance upgrades and I'm still well below MSRP.
Nice man! Enjoy
I went with a GTI over the GLI. I wanted actual hand brake, fog lights and a really good sound system. The GLI didn’t offer all of those unless others think that the Beats audio system is better that the Fender/Panasonic system.
Yeah - I got the GLI with Beats. It’s not as good as the Fender. But with the $6K price difference I can get one installed -:)
@@omariwest9068 facts + the GLI is way more rare, gets much more attention and is actually faster in a straight line
My insurance actually went down from my 2015 320i to my 2020 GLI
Damn
Have the USA autobahn edition and it’s so great but 40 mpg...... I average about 32 on the highway
I have a 2019 35th manual and regularly get 40mpg on the highway with cruise set at about 70 mph. I’ve even averaged 42mpg on a 300km trip last summer. This was calculated and not taken from the trip computer. This thing is quite good on gas and is a pleasant surprise. By the way, I do only use 91 octane so this may help.
I have a 2017 Jetta 1.8t and I get maybe 33 tops. My 2017 Golf gets 38-40 regularly.
My gti is rated 25 city 34 highway I think and the absolute highest I’ve seen when I’m granny driving to save gas was 23, usually it’s around 18
It's all in the rpms if you want high mpg. My '12 GTI averages 33 highway at 1400rpms, even at 8yrs old and with carbon build up on the valves. Proof it is the driver, fuel and oil service that dictates the fuel economy.
When you approach hills let the car coast and lose speed, then accelerate at just over the peak of the hill or as you're going down. You'll make up 3-4mpg.
You need to be able to turn off start/stop functions permanently in any car. It's a crime when it's forced on you.
But the A3 is smaller . So to me they are not in the same demographic
Where did you find a stunt kid that looks just like you?
Hahah!
He’s reviewing the reviewer.
Does it come with fog lamps?
They are in the headlight.
What a great way to see the car in darkness
Why there is no GLI in Germany?
Vw Jetta is the best
I will never understand why they bothered to engineer an entire new car for the MQB Jetta instead of just decontenting the A3, massaging the bodywork, and slapping a VW logo on it. I would have actually preferred that.
Cause VW group does not believe in badge engineering unlike American cars, and we know where American cars ended up, in the dumpster
mike786551 VW absolutely does believe in badge-engineering, they are just good at it where American companies barely even tried to do well. A decontented A3 would also be a better car than the Jetta anyway.