More Photos Of The New Volkswagen Golf R

News I By John Beltz Snyder I September 03, 2013

As the Frankfurt debut of the 2014 Volkswagen Golf R draws near, the automaker has released a more complete set of photos of the hot hatchback.

The styling on the Golf R has been updated, without looking too maniacal. Features like the air intakes, bumpers, side sills, quad exhaust pipes, and, of course, the R badging help to set this apart from the rest of the lineup.

The new Golf R offers 296 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque while increasing fuel economy by 18 percent. It also features the newest 4Motion all-wheel-drive system for better grip and handling. It is available with a manual or dual-clutch automatic transmission. When equipped with the DSG, the Golf R can do 0-62 miles per hour in 4.9 seconds.

Have a closer look at the new Golf R in the attached photo gallery, or scroll down for more details in the latest press release from Volkswagen. Visit our Master Landing Page for more information and specifications.

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Wolfsburg, 2 September 2013 –The most powerful Golf in the range excites with 296 horsepower and a 0 to 62 mph sprint time of just 4.9 seconds. The vehicle’s distinctive styling also highlights its sporty character.

The new Golf R was developed by Volkswagen R GmbH to provide dynamic performance. The sportiest Golf is powered by a newly configured 296 horsepower TSI engine, which is not only 30 horsepower more powerful, but also 18 per cent more fuel-efficient than the previous engine. Its maximum torque was boosted by 22 pound feet to 280 lb-ft. To achieve these outputs, the engine went through a motorsports-style development program. The new 4MOTION® all-wheel drive system delivers optimal traction under all conditions on the street and on the track.

The car is also distinguished by revised styling compared with the new Golf GTI. Signs of the vehicle’s sporty character are: its distinctive air intakes; specially designed bumpers and side sills; and, its dual-branch exhaust system with four chrome tailpipes. The Golf R emphasises sportiness and performance in its restrained yet distinctive appearance. Klaus Bischoff, Head of Volkswagen Design, explains: “The Golf R creates an exciting balance between seriousness and sportiness and between restraint and differentiation.”

The new Golf R launches on the market at the end of 2013, and customers can choose between a manual gearbox and a dual-clutch DSG® automatic transmission. Standard vehicle features include the variable-ratio “progressive” steering, Bi-Xenon headlights and 18-inch alloy wheels with 225/40 tyres.

About Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc., an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VWoA) is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. VWoA’s operations in the United States include research and development, parts and vehicle processing, parts distribution centers, sales, marketing and service offices, financial service centers, and its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Volkswagen Group is one of the world’s largest producers of passenger cars and Europe’s largest automaker. VWoA sells the Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Eos, Golf, GTI, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Passat, CC, Tiguan, and Touareg vehicles through approximately 600 independent U.S. dealers.

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