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Offline coffeecup

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GTI or GTE ?
« on: 24 January 2022, 10:48 »
Hi, I'm new.

We are going to test drive a 2020 GTE soon, as we are undecided what to get, a GTI or GTE. My son has a GTI so know all about them, what do you lot think? Both seem nearly as fast, but GTE has far better MPG, but that is not the main reason for us.

mike

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Re: GTI or GTE ?
« Reply #1 on: 24 January 2022, 10:56 »
It terms of equipment and looks, they are pretty similar - as is the GTD.

From what I have read though the GTE doesn't handle like a GTI or even a GTD.

If you want cheapness to run, its the cheapest in terms of fuel use though. Although probably the 1.5 mild hybrid is cheaper still.

You do know that if you are ordering a factory build you won't see it for 12+ months don't you? It will be well into 2023 before you get it...
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Offline BillSan

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Re: GTI or GTE ?
« Reply #2 on: 24 January 2022, 16:08 »
I had a 7.5 GTE before my GTi Clubsport and even allowing for the substantial power upgrade I would say they are two different animals.  My GTE was much cheaper to run as my commute was about 12 miles each way and I could do that on an overnight charge.  It meant I topped up the 40 litres tank once a month at most.  It felt quick enough around town, but the weight was noticeable when cornering and I wasn't inclined to get anywhere near the limit, which I suspect would have been close or even exceeded if I cornered like I do in the GTi.  I would add that the GTi is nowhere near the limit at those cornering speeds and just feels a lot more alive.

It depends what you want, how you want to drive and what kind of journeys you intend to make.

GTE for cheaper, town driving and fast but sensible commuting.  GTi for more expensive motoring and longer distances with fun and agility.
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Offline Dav3smith

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Re: GTI or GTE ?
« Reply #3 on: 24 January 2022, 16:24 »
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Re: GTI or GTE ?
« Reply #4 on: 24 January 2022, 22:29 »
GTI all the way GTE is a terrible choice you might as well go full EV if you want to save on running costs….
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Re: GTI or GTE ?
« Reply #5 on: 25 January 2022, 18:18 »
Hi, I'm new.

We are going to test drive a 2020 GTE soon, as we are undecided what to get, a GTI or GTE. My son has a GTI so know all about them, what do you lot think? Both seem nearly as fast, but GTE has far better MPG, but that is not the main reason for us.

mike
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Why not take a test drive of the GTE and Then try your son GTi at same time to compare.
Most of the people that got GTE instead of GTi due to the government grant in Germany that I know all complain of disappointment as it didn’t meet there  expectations.
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Re: GTI or GTE ?
« Reply #6 on: 25 January 2022, 21:05 »
Get an ID3 life pro performance on lease instead  :wink:
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Re: GTI or GTE ?
« Reply #7 on: 26 January 2022, 13:09 »
Get an ID3 life pro performance on lease instead  :wink:

An ID3 would be my only choice if a GTE was entering the thought process. They drive well and are quick.

Though petrols will be phased out so my choice would ultimately be GTI whilst we still can!
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Re: GTI or GTE ?
« Reply #8 on: 26 January 2022, 16:40 »
Welcome coffeecup Mike,

It would be helpful to know what you want from the car, the type of driving you do and what your car background is.

Off the cuff and if you’re in receipt of company car benefits (and have somewhere to charge it off-road) then I’d say an ID.3 in preference to a GTE so long as you can get used to the brakes and interior (1990’s Citroen Picssso cross bred with a VW Caddy inside).

If not then get a late model mk7(.5) GTI.

Or if buying new then it depends on what you can actually get your hands on in an acceptable amount of time.

No harm in trying out the GTE and deciding if it’s the right fit for you.
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Re: GTI or GTE ?
« Reply #9 on: 26 January 2022, 19:48 »
1990s citroen picasso? I might be interested.
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