Volkswagen has just unveiled the facelifted version of its legendary Golf R for the 2025 model year. This update promises to bring significant improvements in terms of power, technology and design, thus reinforcing the Golf R's position as a benchmark in the sports compact segment.
An impressive power boost
The new 2025 Golf R gains power in a spectacular way. Its 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine now develops 328 horsepower, an increase of 13 horsepower compared to the current version. This evolution allows the Golf R to achieve even more impressive performance, with a 0 to 100 km/h time of just 4.6 seconds.
This increase in power is not insignificant and demonstrates Volkswagen's desire to keep its Golf R at the top of its category. The brand's engineers have probably worked on optimizing the engine mapping and the intake and exhaust systems to achieve this power gain, while maintaining the legendary reliability of the EA888 block.
State-of-the-art automatic transmission
True to its philosophy, Volkswagen continues to offer the Golf R exclusively with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. This DSG gearbox, renowned for its speed and precision, allows you to fully exploit the engine's potential while offering optimal daily driving comfort.
The lack of a manual transmission option could disappoint some purists, but Volkswagen justifies this choice for reasons of performance and efficiency. The DSG transmission provides faster acceleration and optimized fuel consumption compared to a traditional manual gearbox.
A sharp exterior design
The 2025 Golf R stands out with a subtly reworked exterior design, combining sportiness and elegance. One of the most striking elements of this restyling is the introduction of an LED light signature extending across the entire width of the grille, reminiscent of the style of the electric models in Volkswagen's ID range.
The front bumper has been redesigned with more aggressive air intakes, reinforcing the car's sporty appearance. At the rear, we note the appearance of a new diffuser and round exhaust outlets, replacing the oval tips of the previous version. These subtle but effective changes allow the Golf R to retain its distinctive look while asserting its status as a premium model.
Lightweight rims for optimized performance
Volkswagen has paid special attention to the wheels of the new Golf R. The 2025 model is equipped with new lightweight 19-inch wheels, specially designed to reduce the unsprung mass and improve the dynamic performance of the car.
This weight reduction at the wheel level helps to optimise road holding, steering precision and braking performance. It is a detail that reflects Volkswagen's comprehensive approach to improving the Golf R's performance in all areas.
A high-tech and connected interior
The interior of the 2025 Golf R also gets a significant update, focused on integrating the latest technologies. The most striking element is the new infotainment system with a 12.9-inch touchscreen, which now sits in the center of the dashboard.
This new system integrates advanced features, including artificial intelligence and ChatGPT. This innovation will allow drivers to interact more naturally with their vehicle, opening the way to new possibilities in terms of driving assistance and personalization of the user experience.
Controversial touch controls
Despite criticism of previous models, Volkswagen has opted to keep touch controls for the climate control and volume. This choice divides opinions, with some appreciating the modern and sleek look of these controls, while others regret the absence of more intuitive physical buttons to use while driving.
It remains to be confirmed whether these touch controls will be backlit in the new version, which could improve their ergonomics, especially when driving at night. This question will undoubtedly be clarified during the detailed presentation of the model for the French market.
A special Black Edition
For fans of customization, Volkswagen will offer a special Black Edition of the 2025 Golf R. This version will be distinguished by blacked-out bodywork elements and badges, giving the car an even sportier and more aggressive look.
This limited edition should be a great success with fans of the brand, who want to stand out with a vehicle with a unique and refined style.
A highly anticipated launch
The new Volkswagen Golf R 2025 should arrive on the French market next spring. Prices and detailed specifications for our market have not yet been announced, but we can expect a slight price increase compared to the current model, justified by the numerous improvements made.
Fans of the brand and fans of sporty compacts are eagerly awaiting the arrival of this new Golf R, which promises to push the limits of performance and technology in its category even further. With its 328 horsepower under the hood and its many innovations, the 2025 Golf R promises to be a formidable competitor for other sports cars in the segment.
The 2025 Golf R perfectly embodies the evolution of the Volkswagen range, combining performance, cutting-edge technology and refined design. It once again demonstrates the brand's ability to reinvent itself while remaining true to its core values โโof quality and performance. Fans of sporty driving have reason to rejoice with the upcoming arrival of this new flagship of the Volkswagen range on our roads.
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