Volkswagen Unveils New Golf R Worldwide for the First Time... 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7 Seconds

[Asia Economy Reporter Suyeon Woo] Volkswagen unveiled the new Golf R worldwide for the first time on the 4th (local time). The Golf R is equipped with an engine producing 320 horsepower, making it the most powerful model in the Golf lineup to date. Pre-orders began in Europe on the 5th.

The new Golf R will feature Volkswagen's first-ever all-wheel-drive system combined with the R-Performance 'Torque Vectoring' system. Based on the 8th generation new Golf, this new Golf R highlights the potential of the Golf as a sports car.

With over 35 million units sold worldwide, the Golf now offers a power range from 90 horsepower (66 kW) up to 320 horsepower with the addition of this new R version model. The powertrain lineup includes gasoline (TSI), diesel (TDI) with an innovative twin dosing system, natural gas (TGI), 48V mild hybrid system (eTSI), and plug-in hybrid models.

The new Golf R delivers the most powerful performance among all Golf derivative models released so far. It accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, and its top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.

Choosing the R-Performance package as an option can increase the top speed to 270 km/h. With a strong maximum torque of 42.8 kg·m, state-of-the-art drive gears, and a best-in-class all-wheel-drive system, the latest technologies combine to provide a new level of driving performance.

The Golf R is equipped with a new all-wheel-drive system that offers extreme agility and driving pleasure. The all-wheel-drive system with R-Performance Torque Vectoring acts as a control center that variably distributes engine output to the four driven wheels depending on driving conditions and settings. Rather than simply distributing power to the rear wheels, it delivers optimized driving force to each rear wheel individually, significantly enhancing vehicle agility during cornering.

The world's first Vehicle Dynamics Manager (VDM) is installed, which connects with other gear systems such as the electronic differential lock (XDS) and adaptive chassis control (DCC). Thanks to the close integration of these different systems, the new Golf R provides optimal traction and precise handling.

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