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12.09.2010
GOLF R KEY MESSAGES
The European Golf R is simply the most powerful Volkswagen sports performance vehicle ever built. The car delivers the ultimate Volkswagen driving experience with dynamic handling, refined road manners and unprecedented power for a Golf. It is Volkswagen's performance halo vehicle, and at the request of VW enthusiasts, the company is bringing it to the U.S. in 2012.
Key attributes:
- 2.0L turbocharged engine with significant hp increase over GTI
- 4th generation Haldex 4Motion - all wheel drive
- Increased rotor diameter translating to improved braking
- Sport tuned ESP
- Upgraded sport tuned suspension
- 2 door or 4 door
- Manual Transmission Only
- Unique 18" alloy wheels
- Unique steering wheel
- Unique interior trim
- Exterior R model badge and bodykit
- R model shift knob
- R model door sills
- R model front and rear fascia with dual, center exit, exhaust
