The Volkswagen Golf is perhaps one of the most ubiquitous vehicles in the world. Its small stature, unassuming styling, affordable price point, and generally pleasant driving dynamics have ensured ...

Like the GTI, the Golf R also allows you to change drive modes through the capacitive button below the infotainment display, near the hazard button. I’d argue that option is enough; as an owner, ...

and the latter leans heavily on boy-racer looks that its owners want. In manual form, the Golf R is rated for 20 mpg in the city, 28 on the highway, and 23 combined. Official economy figures for ...

I’m a believer, and not just because VW gave me a pair of GTI-branded plaid socks (which I mailed to the only GTI owner I know). The GTI and Golf R don’t just dominate their niche, in a lot of ...

As with all of these systems, owners will get through the learning curve and be able to accomplish things relatively quickly. But a streamlined, intuitive starting point would make the Golf R more ...

Slot cmsName="audio_embed69" cmsParams=""][/cmsSlot] This week Kyle drives the refreshed Golf R, we compare two all-electric Porsche Macans, and James drives the refreshed Genesis GV70. The Chevrolet ...

this time with gesture controls so the owner won't have to clean fingerprints every day. It has Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. But what makes the Golf R more special is the ...

On the outside, the new Golf R has restyled headlights and taillights, a new grille, and a new front bumper. The badge is illuminated now, too. Opting for the Black Edition will also bring darker ...

while its New Millennium Golf R counterpart has evolved from the limited-edition Golf R32 of 2002 to a regular presence in the lineup for buyers who want a little bit extra. Both the 2025 ...

VERDICT The 315-hp Golf R offers a lot of bang, but not for the buck; it's strayed from the Golf's core tenet of affordability in the quest for exceptional performance. Some cars do a great job of ...