2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE - Dominating the field

This week I drove the 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE and despite being sick, I am bringing you a review!
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So yes, unfortunately, I did get sick the night before I was to finish up filming the GTI. Luckily, I did get some good b-roll shots in and was able to spend a full week driving the Golf GTI before getting ill…so this is going to work out just fine!
So before getting into the details about the specific car we’re driving, let’s touch on the different Golf models and the trims specific to the GTI.
First up you have the base Golf, then the hot hatch version - the GTI, you can get an e-Golf which is the electric version, and last but certainly not least, you have the Golf R which is the most high-performance variant of the Golf. (Now I’ve reviewed the Golf R before as well as had some time to compare the Golf R straight up to the Ford Focus RS - so if you’re interested in those videos, I’ll leave a link in the description below.
Of course, I’m driving the Golf GTI and this comes in 4-different trims. At the base level you have the GTI S starting at $28,895, next you have the GTI Rabbit Edition starting at $28,895, then the SE with a base MSRP of $31,795 and finally the GIT Autobahn - the top of the line GTI - with a base starting at $35,995.
The GTI I’m driving is the SE.
Under the hood is Volkswagens 2.0-liter turbocharged engine pushing 228-hp and 258-lb.ft of torque. This is matched up to a 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox with Triptronic. A 6-speed manual is offered and of course, I love a good manual transmission but this 7-speed gearbox wasn’t bad either.
Fuel economy wise you’re looking at 24-mpg city and 32-mpg highway.
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[@txGarage]

Thanks for checking out the video, I hope you enjoyed and be sure to check out some of the links in the description for more Volkswagen reviews!

[@bensheartfoundation4451]

texasGarage really nice family ride and still fun!

[@PsychicMedium4747]

GTI is the bomb.. I have one and love it

[@dadknowsbest3329]

Despite being sick I think the voiceover worked out well! 👍

[@rrrrrrtt1]

Amazing video!

[@txGarage]

Thanks! :)

[@matthewwilkerson2814]

Could not be happier with my 2019 GTI SE Tornado Red. However VW has not been nearly as helpful as I hoped. I have owned many VW's in my days but none brand new off the showroom floor and I wish they were as friendly and helpful as there loyal fan base.

[@vanshan1318]

What was VW not helpful with? (I’m in the market)

[@matthewwilkerson2814]

They messsed up paperwork and payment due date so my monthly payment is almost always late and I get phone calls every month. They were very not willing to discuss options and features that I wanted, wheels, accessories and the like.
Post sales there were no oil changes offered, tire rotations or nothing.

[@sm1else]

I have one. 2019 SE with a manual. About twice a month I find an excuse for a road trip. The GTI is a victim of its own success, though. I don’t really want an Audi.

[@Mossmann9]

sm1else congratulations, what kind of an offer r u getting , im thinking about trading my 2016 Tiguan 25k outside the door with out my trade

[@sm1else]

I’ll hold onto it until the MK8 gets here in 2021. I got it last August for 31K.

[@danielpak3743]

Wow. I didn’t know that somebody could actually make the GTI sound so boring. Thanks!

[@txGarage]

Lol, no problem 👍

[@nickzimmer3476]

Golf GTI Autobahn or Lexus GS 350 F Sport? I know they aren't apples to apples but which would you prefer?

[@txGarage]

Umm probably the Golf GTI

[@depfknr9211]

Are leather sits optional?

[@squishybatman6442]

the 2019 Mazda 3 hatch has 180 Hp. Do your research!

[@txGarage]

Thanks for the comment. I’ll do better next time, I promise...

[@toyota420xp]

In the GTi you get 48 hp over a 3

[@LiLgPnoy15]

Dude, your voice is putting me to sleep.

[@txGarage]

Awesome 👍 sweet dreams