Golf R Thoughts

NecioVato

How does it compare to the Z? Wondering if I could get a non biased opinion about the R vs the Z. Right now, I have made up the mind to keep my current ride and just pay it off. Then save up some funds to go ahead and get a R if not something else. if the R winds up checking most if not all the boxes - then trade in the Z. My main fear is trading in my Z and then having complete buyers remorse afterwards and not being able to get my original car back (at least that is what the family tells me will happen haha).

UNKNOWN_370

My opinion is not gonna help you a whole lot without you test driving the car. It is a great commuter car with good handling and performance. But it's hella muted. But these days people like mutemobiles. I don't. I like visceral cars. And the golf R is NOT visceral. You're better off in a wrx if you want a sports car feel. The EVO was the best in visceral feel though it was built kinda cheaply.

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Favorite Quote.
"I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980

zero

In term of performance, out of the box the R performance is up there with the Z or better. If I want a full performance of the R, I drive in Race mode. My R has DSG. It has a launch control, and it's a fun feature. Personally, the R suspension is better than the stock Z. It got 4 wheel drive system. Also, I can switch suspension settings at the push of a button. The stock break is very good. It also has all the latest safety features. I love the active cruise control when I’m in the traffic. As for the look, the Z looks great, but the R is just a basic hatch back, 4 doors without a big wing and busy lines. It's growing on me each day of driving. It’s a real sleeper . Interior is great with virtual digital cockpit.

For me, the R checked all the boxes on my list. Now, it's my daily drive, including weekend, and my Z has become a garage queen. Like many suggested, the best way is to test drive one, trying both manual and DSG.

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