2019 VW Golf R vs Mercedes A-Class // Tech Fights Performance

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James and Thomas take the new 2019 Mercedes-Benz A250 4Matic and pit it against the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R. They are both price matched, and both have AWD. One provides futuristic technology, the other a performance machine. The boys explore the cars driving dynamics and what they are like to live with every day. Can the tech and luxury of the A-Class overcome its performance shortcomings against the Golf? Exterior and interior styling comparisons help figure out which one takes it in the looks department, and the back roads do the rest. Watch to see the outcome. SUBSCRIBE!
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@jamesengelsman9369 5 лет назад

Hey everyone thanks for watching. Just so you know we don't get the AMG variant here yet. But since these were price matched (and the AMG is probably going to be ~$60K CAD) and some of the only AWD hatch options in Canada, we GON AND DUN IT. Enjoy

@WhiteGoldSynesthesia 5 лет назад

THEY ONLY GON AN DUNNIT

@elaxtenband2c516 5 лет назад

THEY GON AND DUN IT LADS!

@Vittra0 5 лет назад

A35 AMG seems to be positioned as a direct Golf R competitor and should be similarly priced. A45 & A45 S will be in that higher price bracket though.. if we get them.

@danisantabarbara5931 5 лет назад

James Engelsman I’d choose the Golf R because of how inconspicuous it looks before it pulls out like an RS4. Great review guys, thanks a lot.

@dr.armanassadi5736 5 лет назад

I'm looking forward to see you with 2019 BMW 3 series, C class and A4. Thanks

@broski464 4 года назад

Golf R all day everyday! I just bought one, so much fun!

@knightridder2002 3 года назад

me 2 for the Golf R

@AmsterdamSam 3 года назад

boringggg, buy an alfa romeo if you want fun

@broski464 3 года назад

@@AmsterdamSam Sounds like fun, if you like having reliability issues.

@ballathug8404 3 года назад

Keep an eye on your coolant level. Look it up Johnny

@sam...4299 3 года назад

Facts😍👍

@eitanrapp 5 лет назад

4:10 WTF is up with those eyes?!?

@saadchennafi7488 4 года назад

😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂

@khvidtube1617 4 года назад

And your eyes too! You have a quick eye.

@thomasmoriarty1645 3 года назад

James and Thomas all your videos at Throttle House are perfectly instructive, fun to watch and most of all, I appreciate the fact your comments are real, not guided by PR of car companies like Car Guides out there seems to be. Thanks guys and continue your good work !!

@joeljeffrey9139 5 лет назад

"It's Mocha Anthracite Metallic!!" - James Engelsman, 2019

@hellboy1976 5 лет назад

Man, that blue (and the Cornflower Blue on the GTI Rabbit) make me second-guess my Lapiz blue choice. Beautiful colours!

@synysterdemon 5 лет назад

The Lapiz blue is really nice. I wouldn't regret your choice, you got an R ;)

@ethanDAboss11 5 лет назад

Yeah I also have lapiz blue. I got my R last May and I absolutely love it to pieces but now that they have the 40 colors in the US, part of me wishes I waited a tad bit longer. Although, I was already waiting over a year for VW to bring over the facelifted MK 7.5 with the digital gauge cluster to the US. I'm happy with my choice.

@hellboy1976 5 лет назад

@@synysterdemon True, and I realize how lucky I am. I'm mostly annoyed at my own decision-making practice. Somethings blind me to others and I miss out on making a more sound choice for myself. But, that being said, I get to drive an R and it's truly a fun drive!

@hellboy1976 5 лет назад

Be as careful as possible with the paint. The Lapiz is a very soft colour, and I already had a tiny swirl corrected (my own fault),.

@TheSinMOG 5 лет назад

@@hellboy1976 Your stinking telling me! That paint is so damn easy to scratch! I got fed up with the correction and upkeep and got the whole front end clear bra'd. Then I got the entire car ceramic coated with CeramicPro. As my daily driver which sits outside all the time this was the best and most reasonable way to protect the car. I'm loving the results.

@user-be9pn9kh5p 3 года назад

I'd pick the a class, quick enough for me and I really like the style and tech

@Lukaszsiu 5 лет назад

"What's real anymore?". That made me laugh. Well, subscribed.

@mehdiremidi8632 5 лет назад

eaaaaaaaasy choice GOLF R .. if it was A35 then it would be difficult to choose

@hazzaknox1069 3 года назад

A35s are a lot duller to drive... i'd keep with the r of I was looking for a fun car. A250 4Matic wins me over overall though! 👍

@psiturbo 2 года назад

I really like the casual review format, ty very much.

@davidkirby484 5 лет назад

Great job. The comparisons are most informative.

@SmokeyBear464 3 года назад

Your intros kill me and i love them! Y’all are my new favorite channel.

@BGD.2980 4 года назад

I have a 2019 Golf R in white and it's sweet!

@basithph8958 5 лет назад

We need Throttle House and TheStraightPipes collab!

@matthewlongtin4148 5 лет назад

I could imagine the intro now!

@pappyodanial 5 лет назад

I feel like that would be like smashing hydrogen atoms together. Not good.

@caglioso 5 лет назад

Respectfully disagree. I like the dynamic of TH and wouldn’t want it soiled by the other Canadian duo.

@BMWROYAL 5 лет назад

BASITH PH straight pipes doesn’t give real reviews they feel more like ads

@kevinn6882 5 лет назад

They are the same people.

@alwaysiyi272 5 лет назад

The intro killed me again as usual. Mocha anthracite metallic. lmaoo. You guys are the best.

@westonite210 5 лет назад

Great cars to compare, really interesting! I’ve got a GTI and I was still on the fence after seeing that Mercedes’ interior

@ElijahsAba 5 лет назад

You guys are great. Thanks.

@hotsky83 5 лет назад

Love this channel! Always awesome videos

@stephenmoss7619 5 лет назад

I really looked at these two cars when I was in the market and actually bought a Golf R DSG in 91 Blue and absolutely love it! The thing with the R is you can make a couple very easy modifications and gain gobs of power and it is actually fun to take to the track. The Mercedes looks good and has a great interior, but these ultimately should attract 2 very different buyers.

@davidmanning7052 Год назад

You guys' rock. Very well-done assessment of a very difficult decision. Bravo!

@ThuliSetlhapo 5 лет назад

7:40 Funniest comparison i've ever heard... Potholes from the moon :v

@sneakersonfeet9045 5 лет назад

You guys are TOP NOTCH....one of the best channels on RU-vid

@patriquemansour6461 5 лет назад

You guys deserve a lot more subs !!!

@sachemrock 4 года назад

I agree with Thomas and James, it’s like splitting hairs as the cars are so comparable in most categories. As much as I love the Golf R as kind of the gold standard for hot hatches I think I would select the Mercedes for the higher level of tech and the luxurious cabin! Another great review, I love these guys!

@adamwright9741 4 года назад

@ 4:09 you need to put that eye of yours in a horror movie... LOL

@michaeladamowicz6782 4 года назад

Haha yeah thought the same thing

@terribletelevision6980 5 лет назад

Really close call! After watching I am not sure what I would pick. The fun of the drive every day or the luxury every day. Either one seems good!

@neilhutton1528 3 года назад

Great review with really good points made. For I think the Mercedes A35 is a better comparison to the Golf R and that is the choice I'm thinking about at the moment. Keep up the good work chaps.

@DaxXx988 5 лет назад

Great boot space test!

@davehenry435 5 лет назад

Apparantly the Spectrum range of color option has just been dropped for Canada. Probably not enough orders which caused very long wait times for the special colors. I guess the 3k extra was too much for most. Great review guys.

@nicholasdupre6916 3 года назад

4:10 James’ bulging eye through the steering wheel spoke 🤣

@andyp8464 5 лет назад

A35 is what you need to compare to the golf R and is price matched to the golf. not some silly A250

@cyrose1935 5 лет назад

Completely agree although they do not have the A35 in North America yet - although i might be wrong

@omarsabbouh1237 5 лет назад

Just wait for the a45 and a45s

@Km12345rrrr 4 года назад

Batata they are like 15-20 k more

@razah5927 4 года назад

Batata a45s is with the rs3 and the bmw m2 much more expensive than the r it blows the r away

@komentierer 4 года назад

But the A35 is far more expensive

@CarandRacer 5 лет назад

Destined for stardom boys...another great production!

@elusivellama 5 лет назад

I'd love to get a Golf R, but it's not something I'd like to own out of warranty. This does not detract in any way from the quality of this video and the editing work though, such a treat to watch.

@im.weasel Год назад

The thing I love so much about VW and how they build the GTI and Golf is tunability. They tune so damn well. A stock GTI and Golf R is pretty awesome, but all you gotta do is a stage 1 tune on either of them and you get massive gains. Close to 100 extra horse power and torque. Its amazing. The stock components handle everything like it was supposed to have that power.

@alexhelton5886 4 года назад

Those collective I’m sorry’s really made me(an American) feel much better. Thankyou Throttlehouse

@giancarlo_rc 5 лет назад

I just can get enough of this channel, LOVE IT 🔥🔥🔥

@spurrellz 5 лет назад

I currently have a focus ST and these are actually 2 that I’m considering and you guys hit all the points exactly. I’ve basically decided to just wait for the mk8 golf R

@jamesengelsman9369 5 лет назад

Could be a few years but probably worth it!

@lt.facepalm9566 2 года назад

I got the A220 sedan myself. Really nice place to be in, listening to some 80s synthwave at night. Totes recommend.

@brixtonmack10 5 лет назад

Only just discovered these two. Love them so far

@jamesengelsman9369 5 лет назад

M2_shellz thanks mate! Glad to have you with us!

@DOMg00g 5 лет назад

Since we don't get the A250 hatch in the states, the Golf R is a no brainer. Also, the novelty of the Merc's tech would wear off, whilst the fun factor of the R would not get old.

@edak1 5 лет назад

Absolutely! The interior tech is nice to show off and passengers will say it's really nice, but when I get into my R it makes me smile every time because as you say, it's fun! That's what is important to me as a driver.

@glennhkboy 5 лет назад

I kept the standard seat cover instead of the AMP Sport option. I personally feel the standard seat cover is more upscale-ish.

@HappyCod43 3 года назад

Oh I laughed so hard on James's face expression in intro!

@iancanuckistan2244 5 лет назад

Did I hear someone saying sorry? Sorry I brought that up. I'll take fun to drive over luxury every time.

@CarsofGlasgow 4 года назад

great video guys, having currently owned the golf mk7, id go for A class for the interior

@bmjforbes 5 лет назад

Grew up with Mercedes. Had a Golf for a city runabout. Here in Canada, the best is the R - which I bought a few months ago - in Gingsta Yellow! (I wanted people to be warned a long way off - also easy to find in the parking lot)... IT. IS. GREAT. Got the manual because I like to row, but was really impressed by the DSG at the dealer. Fun to throw about on the back roads in Ottawa. Love It!

@Bacciagalupe 2 года назад

Yall are the best

@acaposta 4 года назад

I love my ‘17R and can’t think of a better daily in the Finger Lakes (NY).

@javiermaldonadodedios2294 3 года назад

That seems a tough one, but the tech gap between gane me over Cheers!

@tims9294 5 лет назад

4:10 The eye of Thundera

@stephenhendricks103 5 лет назад

Easy choice for me. The "R." The MB is beautiful but I love a hatch and that makes the "R" (slightly) more available here in the US than the MB.

@trevormcculloch5011 4 месяца назад

Which one would you buy used today now that the warranties are running out on them? Late to the show but great content here. Thanks

@MrAyshua77 4 года назад

Best start guys literally soo good lol

@dannielsen9693 4 года назад

Hey guys. Great review. The list you are talking about from Mercedes to use with the MBUX - can you share it ?

@nolongerhuman13 4 года назад

I already have the R. And I can’t wait to get out of work daily, just to drive her home. I have the manual and it’s a blast. Also stage 1 APR tune and the car is an absolute beast

@221988bryan 4 года назад

NoLongerHuman13 how is your stock clutch holding

@jamesryanwigley 4 года назад

Currently researching how to import an A-class hatch to the US... I had no idea they got the hatch in Canada!

@LouisEguchiWale 3 года назад

I like the idea of price match head to head

@Locknuts84 5 лет назад

Sounds like we should wait for the new golf R next year. Best of both worlds (hopefully).

@reflexfusion9830 5 лет назад

I’ll take performance over tech

@HaultRxst 3 года назад

A45s has both and A35

@nikomoin7604 3 года назад

@@HaultRxst well the a45 is way more expensive

@timothycoyne5874 4 года назад

They’re both so nice. But apart from features, I would bet a buying decision for some comes down to the badge. I’d go for a Golf R (in a manual) for the performance, but I still wish we got the A hatch in the US.

@SilverScarletSpider 5 лет назад

Fast performance AWD hatches are amazing. Ford, Mitsubishi, Subaru, please come back your hatches were beautiful! Honda, can you pretend to try AWD? You’ve already perfected Acura’s SH-AWD, give it a racing performance application

@odiseven 5 лет назад

I subscribed after seeing how they test boot space

@billyhughes9776 5 лет назад

Golf R all day man,....come on.

@ckneasel 5 лет назад

I’m a recent MB convert and I LOVE everything they are doing, but if I were to choose between these 2 it’d be the Golf because I need power over insane luxury right now... Luckily the GLC63 fits both bills and that’s the direction I’m heading... 🤪

@DonsShed 4 года назад

I'm finding it hard not to go to the MB Dealer here and buy a GLC63!!! I'm in love with them!!! BUT, now I'm trying not to spend too much money on my car, as I mainly only travel 12kms per day to/from work. LOL :) I bought a new ML63 in 2012 and have missed it ever since I sold it..... so a GLC63 would be great. Good Luck :)

@chrismunsey3185 5 лет назад

Chris Harris says Golf R.....I go with Golf R!

@loki_wolff 5 лет назад

I’d probably save money and get the Rabbit Edition GTI in cornflower blue. But I would love a Golf R one day.

@hellboy1976 5 лет назад

Blue envy aside, I love my Golf R so far (bought new a month ago). Fast, fun as hell, and practical enough. I'm coming from 3 Infinitis over the past 12 years, and felt I needed to try something new, and couldn't be happier. Well, less piano black if only because I have mild OCD and can't accept dust, so I have a microfibre at the ready constantly :/

@OliverHoffmannDesign 5 лет назад

Agreed! What's with bloody piano black? I too keep a dusting accessory handy, but I would rather collect the dust and dump it on the interior design department at VW

@hellboy1976 5 лет назад

@@OliverHoffmannDesign On the one hand, I like it, but it's seemingly frail with regards to scratches, and yes dust. I think they could have used it as an accent at best. Take a page from Audi in how they approach their interiors. Same restraint, no piano black :P

@DonsShed 4 года назад

Hey Clark W :) do you have any issues seeing outside with the Digital Screen at night? I heard it can be too bright?

@hellboy1976 4 года назад

@@DonsShed I haven't found it to be too bad, though I haven't been on any long nighttime drives, so I'm not sure if there would be more eye fatigue from it, but it can be dimmed a bit. Take note if you're buying one, the performance gauges on the centre screen (G-Force, Boost Pressure, etc.) only come equipped with the Driver Assist package. I did not know this, and I'll be damned if it's stated anywhere on the site. It's a little thing, but I was disappointed when instead of a cool G-meter, I was greeted with a "Blue driving trainer". Yeah, because that's why I bought a Golf R, to be economical :P

@DonsShed 4 года назад

@@hellboy1976 Thanks for that :) Yer, I think we (in Australia) get the Driver Assist Package as standard, but thanks for the tip anyway :) Over here the only Options are Sunroof and Audio Package

@jacenlee6419 5 лет назад

The digital gauge cluster in Jetta is 10.3 inches which is smaller than the one in Golf R at 12.3 inches.

@KLm912 4 года назад

You guys are awesome. But you could have demonstrated the interior of the Mercedes more, especially the interior lighting which is unique in this class

@Jakaah95 4 года назад

Would probably grab the Golf R if I had to choose, but man the Mercedes interior design and tech is something else

@zildmaster 5 лет назад

Golf R. I've always wanted a VW hatchback and I currently drive a dual clutch vehicle. A VW dealer near me offers a lifetime powertrain warranty on thie R, so it's making a strong case for my next car. Love your channel guys!

@naeemdoola3640 5 лет назад

Hi, just took delivery of a A250 AMG, wow the interior and interface is awesome, my other car is a 2017 GTI and the 2 compliment each other perfectly The Mercs party piece is the multi beam DRL lights It like a curtain opening and closing over the dark patches Hey Mercedes going to quit the job with my kids cross questioning every few seconds

@normanran3589 4 года назад

for you A250, when you safety stop at light, after 1-2 sec, do you feel your brake pedal starting to sink?

@raghavkuk25 Год назад

Can we get this same comparison done again with the updated Golf(s) and the Mazda3 Turbo thrown in as well?

@bushmaster1740 4 года назад

We have the new GLA in America as of now July 2020 as a 2021 model. I looked at one at the dealership, it's pretty awesome but I got a used 2017 instead.

@Loopsrainforest 5 лет назад

I wish we could get the bare bones Golf R in Canada like they do in Australia. Manual transmission & no infotainment system is just fine with me.

@saucemanautomotive8925 4 года назад

Love this 😂cheers from the US

@wessreiley8275 5 лет назад

That powder blue or baby blue is the same color that my 85 GMC Sierra Classic had from the factory.

@caglioso 5 лет назад

You guys totally deserve a sponsor or some sort of kickback from Sherwin Williams.

@MrRea112 5 лет назад

Golf R for me. Too much fun to miss out on!!

@SuperPurplePistachio 5 лет назад

Saying sorry repeatedly was hilarious 😂😂😂😂

@JeffKing310 4 года назад

Yash Tamhane That’s what Canadians do. Sorry about that.

@lezzbmm 2 года назад

AMAZING INTRO

@ArtcoPhotography 5 лет назад

You guys should have compared the Mercedes with the Audi A3 2.0 tfsi Quattro version as it’s more similar in price and power to the merc.

@slooriginal1727 4 года назад

Yeah I prefer the merc

@JustARandomGuy-1234 2 года назад

I really wish Mercedes offered the A-Class hatchback here in America, I absolutely love my a220 4matic sedan, but the hatchback would be great for the added practicality.

@DzekoTV401 2 года назад

I sold my S4 and got R 2019 toronado red!It is worth every penny plus some 👌

@mikenormandy9250 5 лет назад

This is an easy one for me, Type-R for sure! - Oh wait, JK! - Hands down the Golf R! - It's between an AWD luxury hatch or an AWD fast hatch that has a really upscale interior - GOLF R for sure! ;-)

@gotahave 4 года назад

Golf R because I already have a 2016 one. But I've taken it to the next level with APR stage 2+. I'd love to drive the A250 [love the looks and interior] but don't want to give up the performance. I'm 71 but not dead yet.

@tonymelnik2235 5 лет назад

I have the r with Apr stage 1 and Reso delete, perfect daily.

@darylaarons6625 4 года назад

TONY MELNIK I have a Audi S3 (same engine) also with a APR stage 1 and a resonator delete kit. Comfortable when you want it and sporty when you need it. Also removed the “piped in” sound as it no longer needs it with our set up ;)

@gabruiz8456 Год назад

After a month of going back and forth with the two, Ive decided to go with the a250 amg line! the tech in the a250 is far more superior than the golf R. I know its not as fast but its very similar to the golf GTI - decent for daily driving. Its not like im going to take my Golf R on a track anyway. An ecu remap with custom catback will give a bit of uhmf to the a250 making the car more fun to drive. Picking up the new a250 in 3 days. I can't wait.

@jordankipkorir9656 3 года назад

Coming back to this video after the launch of the MK8 R, it seems as though VW listened to every one of Thomas's complaints about the styling .

@Nikiaf 5 лет назад

I've actually been cross-shopping these 2 cars, comparing to my current A3 whose lease is up in a few months. I'm still torn on whether I want more power or more tech. Leasing rates are pretty abysmal for the R, so it may just come down to which one will be the better deal price-wise.

@SilverScarletSpider 4 года назад

4:09 help 😂😂😂

@dukejupiter69 5 лет назад

Any chance you might compare Golf R to Stelvio Ti? Different class but several threads in the forum show similar audience for both.

@gli.stephenmtl3749 5 лет назад

Nice job guys. . U kill me with the humor

@aminelekmiti 5 лет назад

you should compair it with the A35 + i think we should wait to the golf 8 which will be available in the end of the year

@HCD488 5 лет назад

yes but first in a normal 150 HP version ...the GTI and the R will not be availble before july

@btgmotogp5382 5 лет назад

LOL! what a great start to the show .

@rreichar1 4 года назад

One factor might be cost of service. Here in central Texas I have found VW service cost to be quite reasonable. An oil change and tire rotation on my 2017 GTI was under $100. For my A3 Quattro using the same parts the cost is $245. The do wash and vacuum the car. DSG service is $400 for a VW and $800 for the A3 with the identical power train. Whether Mercedes is similarly priced I don’t know but I am guessing it’s likely.

@suserman7775 5 лет назад

Another great video. As to the cars, while the Merc has a nicer interior, I think it's only 20 percent not a million percent. So all in, I'd take the R.

@thatomaputla4725 3 года назад

Yooooo James is so funny, no fuss🤣🤣

@frankmalone236 5 лет назад

Really enjoyed, dudes....for me...the golf r

@AP-wu1rv 3 года назад

MY GOODNESS THE GOLF R LOOKS SO GOOOD Especially in the Blue

@jeremytd7072 5 лет назад

I’ve been itching to watch this video all day. Finally did while the grill heated up and with a drink in hand! Tough choice. Just put ‘em both in my driveway and call it a day.