There’s less and less left until the new one makes its debut Volkswagen Golf R The sportiest version of the iconic German compact will be revealed over the summer as one of the latest ICE models in the R range, which like the giant to which it is part is preparing to become completely electric by 2030. Various novelty expectations on the new Volkswagen Golf R: new exterior look, updated interior, and higher performance than its predecessor.
What’s new about Volkswagen Golf R
Let’s start from this last aspect: we’re talking about approx 330 HP of total power, an increase compared to the 316 HP of the current version of the model, compared to approximately 420 Nm of maximum torque. Moving on to the interiors, the new Volkswagen Golf R should feature a new infotainment system, and should include both the reintroduction of physical buttons and the use of a series of high-end materials for a superior quality interior. Externally speaking, however, the new illuminated Volkswagen logo and the new generation LED matrix headlights will capture the attention.
Debut in the summer
After his first appearance at the Zell am See ice race in Austria earlier this year, R division number one Reinhold Ivan said: “Volkswagen R is our high-performance brand and has been synonymous with for over 20 years sportiness and dynamic performance. Here at the Ice Race the past meets the future: We can’t wait for the new Volkswagen Golf R, still hidden here, to celebrate its premiere this summer.”
High performance
Returning for a moment to the performance chapter, we will be talking about the Volkswagen Golf R most powerful ever thanks to the equipment of a powerful 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, the specifications of which were indicated above. Important news: the manual gearbox disappears, the new model will in fact only be available with a seven-speed dual-clutch DSG gearbox that transmits power to all four wheels. The updated version of the Volkswagen Golf R will be able to reach 100 km/h from rest in 4.6 seconds (the wagon variant will take 4.8 seconds). Furthermore, a Performance package will be available which increases the car’s top speed up to 270 km/h.
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