This 2023 Volkswagen Golf R is one of approximately 1,800 built in the 20th Anniversary Edition, and this example is finished in Lapiz Blue Metallic over Titan Black leather upholstery. Power is provided by a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four mated to a seven-speed DSG transaxle and a torque-vectoring all-wheel-drive system, and equipment includes the XDS Cross Differential System, Dynamic Chassis Control, black-finished 19″ wheels, adaptive LED headlights, selectable driving modes, adaptive cruise control, heated and ventilated front sport seats, and Harman Kardon Premium Audio linked to a 10″ touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, VW AppConnect, and Bluetooth connectivity.
The turbocharged 2.0-liter EA888 evo4 TSI inline-four features direct fuel injection and dual overhead camshafts. Factory-rated output was 315 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels through a seven-speed DSG transaxle and a 4MOTION torque-vectoring all-wheel-drive system. The car is equipped with the XDS Cross Differential System. The Carfax report shows no accidents or other damage.
The body is finished in Lapiz Blue Metallic, and the Golf R is differentiated from contemporary Golf models via a revised hatch spoiler, rear diffuser, front fascia with larger air intakes, and side skirts. Additional exterior details include a rear window wiper, adaptive cornering LED headlights, LED taillights, front and rear parking sensors, 20th Anniversary Edition badging and puddle lights, heated mirrors with integrated turn signals, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. Xpel paint protection film was applied to the front fascia of the car in April 2024, at which time window tinting film was also applied. The front-fender orange reflectors have been removed.
Black-finished 19″ Estoril wheels are mounted with 235/35 Bridgestone Potenza S005 tires. The four-wheel independent sport suspension features adaptive Dynamic Chassis Control dampers. Stopping power is provided by four-wheel ventilated disc brakes with R-branded front calipers.
The cabin features seating surfaces upholstered in Titan Black leather with contrasting piping, and embroidered R emblems accent the backrests of the heated and ventilated front bucket seats. Carbon-fiber trim accents the dashboard and door panels, and appointments include a power-adjustable driver’s seat, three-zone automatic climate control, heated rear seats, keyless entry, ambient lighting, a head-up display, selectable driving modes, and Harman Kardon Premium Audio linked to a 10″ infotainment system with navigation, VW AppConnect smartphone integration, satellite radio, and Bluetooth connectivity. Driver-assistance systems comprise active blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control with forward collision warning and autonomous emergency braking.
The heated multifunction steering wheel is equipped with paddle shifters and fronts a configurable Volkswagen Digital Cockpit instrument display.
The digital odometer indicates 1,300 miles.
