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My bf owns a MK7 GTI that I have driven quite often and I just took delivery of the 2022 BRZ. The GTI is currently stock. So here's my long comparison between the 2 and hopefully it'll help with your decision.
1. Power-wise, I don't feel the BRZ to be that slow. But I would say that the GTI seems to have a longer gear and pulls so nicely across the entire RPM range.
2. The GTI rides a lot quieter, which I think is helpful if you are gonna go on a long road trip.
3. The infotainment unit on the BRZ is quite basic. The resolution is rather low but having CarPlay is a plus since the voice control on the GTI is a bit funky IMO so we never really use it. GTI's sound system is also better than the BRZ.
4. I prefer the gauge cluster on the GTI since there are more display info that you can choose from.
5. Obviously, the GTI has a lot more room because of an actually functional second row. But if you don't plan on carrying passengers you should be ok. The truck of the BRZ actually has quite a decent capacity.
6. Drivability-wise, I feel more connected to the car and the road when I'm in the BRZ. The steering response is fantastic and the shifter feel a lot more mechanical than the GTI. My bf sometimes jokingly calls the GTI shifter a joystick because how disconnected it feel to the transmission.
7. Because of the low centre of gravity, the BRZ is a joy to drive on curvy roads. Before I owned the BRZ, I was already quite impressed with the handling of the GTI but the BRZ kind of takes it to the next level for being so flat on turns.
8. Some people thinks that the BRZ's pedal position is easier for heel-toe.
Overall, I feel that you won't be disappointed with the BRZ because it is so fun to drive this car. It can absolutely be a daily and a good set of winter tires will set you up great in the cold months.
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