
2025 Volkswagen Golf R review
The ultimate Volkswagen Golf remains a little weapon, regardless of whether you're driving around town, up a back road, or on a racetrack.
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James Wong
On the core range, metallic paint is a $600 option while premium metallic paint is a $900 option.
The following shades are available on the core range:
All shades are a no-cost option in the GTI, but for Kings Red which costs $300. The following shades are available:
The Golf R is available in three exterior paint colours:
Type | ||
TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION, MULTI-POINT INJECTION | TURBO | |
Size (cc) | ||
998 - 1368 | 1395 - 1984 | |
Size (L) | ||
1.0L, 1.4L | 2.0L, 1.4L | |
Cylinders | ||
3, 4 | 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
12 - 16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
73kW | 110kW - 245kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5500 - 6000 | 5000 - 5600 | |
Torque | ||
133Nm - 172Nm | 250Nm - 420Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1500 - 4000 | 1500 - 2100 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
84 | 80 - 92.8 | |
Compression Ratio | ||
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