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2025 Volkswagen Golf R: This Is It

2025 Volkswagen Golf R: This Is It

It’s the most powerful Golf R ever, with 329 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque.

By Anthony Alaniz Jun 25 2024

The New VW Golf R Wagon Is All the Car You Need but Can't Have

The New VW Golf R Wagon Is All the Car You Need but Can't Have

VW tells us that the performance estate remains a forbidden fruit in the US.

By Adrian Padeanu Jun 25 2024

The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R Has 329 HP, But Sadly, No Manual

The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R Has 329 HP, But Sadly, No Manual

It’s the most powerful Golf R to date.

By Jeff Perez Jun 11 2024

Manufacturing / Production

Volkswagen Might Make an Even Hotter Golf R Clubsport

Volkswagen Might Make an Even Hotter Golf R Clubsport

It would have more power, less weight, and a tweaked suspension if approved for production.

By Anthony Alaniz Jun 4 2024

Latest reviews

2022 Volkswagen Golf R Review: Just Get A GTI

2022 Volkswagen Golf R Review: Just Get A GTI

An extra 74 hp and all-wheel drive can’t make up for the Golf R’s added weight or higher price.

By Brandon Turkus Jun 24 2022

2022 Volkswagen Golf R First Drive Review: The Hot Hatch For Adults

2022 Volkswagen Golf R First Drive Review: The Hot Hatch For Adults

A hot hatchback for the discerning enthusiast.

By Jeff Perez Nov 8 2021

2022 Volkswagen Golf R Is An Excellent Ice Dancer

2022 Volkswagen Golf R Is An Excellent Ice Dancer

A spin on the ice reveals the new Golf R to be more than an all-wheel-drive GTI, finally.

By Brandon Turkus Mar 15 2021

New Car Reviews

2018 Volkswagen Golf R Review: Grown Up Golf

2018 Volkswagen Golf R Review: Grown Up Golf

A more mature option among juvenile rivals.

By Jeff Perez Jan 17 2019

Latest features

Every Car With a Manual Transmission in 2024

Every Car With a Manual Transmission in 2024

From the lowly Kia Forte GT to Pagani's latest hypercar. Here’s every car you can still get with a manual in 2024.

By Jeff Perez Sep 24 2024

Every Hot Hatchback You Can Still Buy In 2024

Every Hot Hatchback You Can Still Buy In 2024

Icons like the Civic Type R and GTI are still around. But hot hatchbacks have gotten scarce.

By Jeff Perez Apr 23 2024

How Dual-Clutch Transmissions Took Over the Sports Car World

How Dual-Clutch Transmissions Took Over the Sports Car World

In ten short years, automated manuals went from a joke to world-beaters. The dual-clutch gearbox is how it happened.

By Victoria Scott Apr 5 2024

20 Best Affordable Sports Cars Of 2024

20 Best Affordable Sports Cars Of 2024

Performance doesn't have to be pricey.

By Jeff Perez Jan 23 2024

Latest video

Volkswagen Held Special Delivery Event For Its Most Expensive Golf Ever

Volkswagen Held Special Delivery Event For Its Most Expensive Golf Ever

The Golf R 333 retailed for the equivalent of $81,500. Yes, for a Golf!

By Adrian Padeanu Nov 8 2023

Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison, Range Rover Sport SV, VW Golf R 333: RAC #126

Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison, Range Rover Sport SV, VW Golf R 333: RAC #126

We might even have a guest to discuss an upcoming EV.

By Chris Bruce May 31 2023

Volkswagen Golf R 333 Limited Edition Teased Ahead Of May 31 Debut

Volkswagen Golf R 333 Limited Edition Teased Ahead Of May 31 Debut

It'll likely be just as potent as the 2022 20 Years Edition.

By Adrian Padeanu May 3 2023

07:06 Races and Chases

VW Golf R Surprises Against Cadillac CT4-V, BMW M240i In Drag Races

VW Golf R Surprises Against Cadillac CT4-V, BMW M240i In Drag Races

All three have all-wheel drive.

By Anthony Alaniz Feb 27 2023

Latest photo

2025 Volkswagen Golf R

2025 Volkswagen Golf R

Jun 25 2024

2025 Volkswagen Golf R Variant

2025 Volkswagen Golf R Variant

Jun 25 2024

2025 VW Golf R Black Edition

2025 VW Golf R Black Edition

Jun 25 2024

2025 Volkswagen Golf R Prototype

2025 Volkswagen Golf R Prototype

Jun 11 2024

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