True, the Golf R’s all-wheel drive traction gets it out of the hole faster for a 4.6-second time. But we’d put money on the Edition 50 hauling past the circa 100 kg (220 lbs) heavier R given ...

AI Quick Summary. The 2025 U.S.-spec Volkswagen Golf R boasts 328 hp, updated styling, and improved tech. It features an AWD system, a new 12.9-inch touchscreen, and optional Euro Style and Black ...

The Golf R's engine has had another power bump and now outputs 328 hp (245 kW) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm), which is still sent to all four wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox.

Ditching the stick isn't the only change for the 2025 model year. Like its front-drive GTI sibling, the all-wheel-drive Golf R receives some facial reconstruction. Redesigned headlights swivel ...

The 19-inch Warmenau forged alloy wheels have been developed in-house by Volkswagen R, ... Claimed 0-100km/h acceleration drops by 0.2 seconds to 4.6 compared to the outgoing Mk8 Golf R, ...