It will likely be based on the recently refreshed Golf GTI Clubsport.
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Volkswagen does not claim a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time, but the hatch is expected to match the 4.6 seconds of the 20 Years edition.
Each wheel weighs 8kg making them roughly 20% lighter than other options.
That makes it the most powerful VW Golf R in history.
Priced at R649,500 (excluding VAT and the cost of the base vehicle).
“The future is electric, but the past is not over.”
It still requires approval by VW’s board, but it could become their hottest hatch ever.
The familiar turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder delivers 296 hp (221 kW) and 400 Nm of torque.
A large roof spoiler ensures maximum downforce at the rear.
While unconfirmed by Volkswagen, speculation suggests this could be the Edition 50.