The 2019 Golf R doesn’t mess around. It has the same transmission options as the GTI, but they are paired with a more powerful version of the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. To go along with that improved performance, the Golf R also has AWD, adaptive suspension dampers, and performance tires. Despite the racing capability, theThe GTD other than the motor and some v subtle suspension tuning differences (believe mainly on the front to accomodate the heavier diesel motor) is pure GTI. The press says its a little softer than the GTI but i put this down to it probably being a little more nose heavy and so more prone to understeer. When it comes to VW Golf engine choices, you could consider the relatively affordable 128bhp 1.5 TSI 130 petrol, but we think the 148bhp 1.5 TSI 150 petrol makes more sense.
The DSG-only Wolfsburg Edition's $2500 premium over the regular Golf R with the same self-shifting transmission looks decent value on paper. Fetching 'Pretoria' style 19-inch wheels replace the