The up to date Volkswagen Golf R debuts with elevated energy and refined design parts.
Following the upgrades to the Golf GTI, anticipation has been constructing for the revamped Golf R. The wait is over as the brand new mannequin makes its debut, with particulars now out there for its introduction in Europe this month, and subsequently hitting the U.S. market early subsequent 12 months.
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The introductory highlights are spectacular. With a historical past spanning twenty years and gross sales over 250,000 models, the 2025 Golf R is probably the most strong and quickest iteration up to now. It now boasts an extra 13 horsepower, totaling 328 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. Volkswagen studies that these enhancements scale back the 0-60 mph acceleration time by 0.2 seconds, now all the way down to 4.6 seconds. Energy continues to be delivered to all 4 wheels by way of a 7-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission.
A number of purposeful enhancements have additionally been built-in. The automobile’s drive modes have been refined: Consolation mode now shifts at the next RPM, and Sport mode turns off the EA888 engine’s cease/begin system and coasting options. The Golf R retains its Race mode which sharpens the Dynamic Chassis Management, selective wheel torque management, steering, and all-wheel drive settings. Particular and Drift modes stay, alongside a hardly ever used Eco profile.
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Exploring the 2025 Volkswagen Golf R’s exterior and inside enhancements
European markets will proceed to obtain two variations of the Golf R – the traditional hatchback and the “Variant” wagon. Sadly for American followers of wagons, solely the previous might be out there. Moreover, the brand new mannequin phase-out the 6-speed guide transmission, defaulting to a DSG-only configuration competing towards different automatics within the phase.
Design-wise, the brand new Golf R aligns with the aesthetics of the front-wheel drive GTI, sporting new LED headlights that undertake straighter strains. Golf R variants standardly characteristic Volkswagen’s “LED Plus” headlights. Extra distinct R-design parts are seen on the bumpers, facet skirts, mirror caps, 19-inch Warmenau solid alloy wheels, and the exhaust system, with the brand new wheels being 20% lighter than earlier comparable alloys, aiding in decreasing unsprung weight.
The usual exhaust system guarantees a delightful rumble, which will be amplified by an non-obligatory Akrapovič titanium exhaust for these needing extra auditory suggestions. Inside, a 12.9-inch freestanding touchscreen options the newest Volkswagen infotainment system, together with a voice-responsive “Ida” assistant able to integrating with ChatGPT for expanded conversational capabilities. The interface additionally consists of tactile slider bars for adjusting temperature and quantity, now backlit for improved visibility. The usual 10.2-inch Digital Cockpa
Writer: Craig Clowes