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Audi, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, SEAT, SKODA & Volkswagen
Once again, Volkswagen is throwing some punches at Worthersee this year. From the Golf GTI Edition 35 to showing off the insane Golf24 Nurburgring killer, they now drop the Golf R cabriolet concept on us. Stacked with 270hp it can hit a top speed of 150mph. Stopping on a dime is provided by a 17″ brake system w/ ventilated disc. Like the Eos, we could easily see this entering the “stance” scene! Continue reading ‘VW shows off 270hp Golf R cabriolet concept at Worthersee’
The Golf R – the top model of the Golf series, is on display in four special versions in Geneva. Especially high-end: the Golf R concept cars in exclusive exterior colours and two-tone leather combinations. Especially sporty: the Golf R in sophisticated motorsport look with carbon accents. Continue reading ‘Volkswagen introduces four new versions of the Golf R in Geneva’
Top Gear’s Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May have awarded Volkswagen’s Golf R the Hot Hatch of the Year.
In a highly competitive category, the Golf R stood out with excellent driving dynamics, the 270hp TSI engine and comfort. “The Golf R is so many different areas of exceptionally good that driver, car and the road will become one.” Continue reading ‘Golf R wins Hot Hatch of the Year from Top Gear’
News and rumors about the Volkswagen Golf R coming to the states has died down for sometime now. However, our friends across the pond have been enjoying its presence since January. Seven months in to the scene and a fair share of tuning shops have had their way with the Golf R. Starting with 266hp, Sport-Wheels increased it to a 330hp beast or bull as they call it. (continue reading…)
In the end, the Volkswagen Golf R comes up short in areas against the Evo and STI but overpowers them in the overall package. Still no word on a U.S offering…
Volkswagen’s GTI is the only car in this magazine’s history to be voted Automobile of the Year twice. And now there’s a hotter version, called the Golf R, on sale in Europe. Volkswagen of America hasn’t officially said whether the Golf R is coming here, but that didn’t stop us from taking one for a spin. (continue reading…)
