Volkswagen Golf R: Price and Specifications

Volkswagen Golf R: Price and Specifications
Front view of Volkswagen Golf R in a parking lot.

Want to learn more about the new Golf R and its price? Combining sportiness and practicality, this hatchback is a favorite for drivers seeking driving pleasure. And it returns with effective tweaks for 2025! Arbour VW in Laval offers you a sneak peek of the upcoming model year updates and presents all the details of the 2024 Golf R.

Golf R 2025: What We Know

The VW Golf R 2025 will strengthen its place as a sports car in the lineup with an extra dose of power. It now reaches 328 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque! As expected, Volkswagen Canada announces the end of the manual transmission for this model year, making way for the standard dual-clutch automatic transmission.

The exterior design is revamped with more incisive light clusters, glossy black accents, and new 18- or 19-inch wheels. This also includes a new set of lightweight "Warnemau" 19-inch wheels designed to promote disc cooling. There will also be a reworked exhaust, with titanium tips for the Performance version, as well as a new Black edition.

The interior is also modernized with a more responsive infotainment system, repositioned steering wheel controls, and new sport seats.

The new 2025 Golf R will arrive in spring 2025 at our Volkswagen dealership on Montreal's North Shore. Stay tuned!

Golf R: Price and Versions 2024

For 2024, the Golf R is offered at a starting price of $52,288 for the manual version or starting from $53,688 for the automatic variant. Only one base version is offered, but it provides a complete set of technological and comfort features.

Different packages are available to customize your vehicle: the Carbon Decor package and the Electric Sunroof package.

Front 3/4 view of 2024 VW Golf R parked in a forest.

Technical Features of the Golf R 2024

Although the 2025 model is refined, the 2024 Volkswagen Golf R remains an exceptional sports car! You will have the chance to choose between a 6-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission according to your preferences.

In addition to a powerful engine, it receives features such as 4MOTION all-wheel drive with torque vectoring, providing agility and confidence. With the R performance package, you also enjoy Drift and Special driving modes, designed for the track or simply for fun on the road!

On the practicality side, the VW Golf R offers a trunk of 564 L, extendable to 977 L with the rear seats folded.

Engine and Performance of the Golf R 2024

Under the hood, you'll find the 2.0 TSI turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, developing 315 horsepower. As for torque, it varies depending on the transmission: 295 lb-ft with the automatic and 280 lb-ft in manual version. If you want a more accessible model while maintaining exciting performance, the Golf GTI can also be a very good choice for you.

Onboard Technologies

At the top of the Golf lineup, the Volkswagen Golf R offers a complete technological arsenal to enrich your driving experience. It notably includes a 10.25-inch Pro digital cockpit, associated with a 10-inch central screen with customizable information display. You can notably display navigation data in full screen, which is standard on the Golf R.

The head-up display allows you to view your information even more easily, and the dynamic road sign display offers valuable assistance when you're focused on the road! Added to this are features like:

  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
  • Wireless charging
  • An 8-speaker Harman Kardon audio system with a subwoofer
  • 30-color ambient interior lighting
  • The myVW app with over 20 features to control your vehicle remotely
  • And more!
Onboard technologies inside the Volkswagen Golf R.

Comfort is also ensured with features like 3-zone automatic climate control, heated front and rear seats, and ventilated front seats.

This is complemented by a complete set of driving aids, including adaptive cruise control with lane keeping, parking assist, lane change assist, and many others.

In short, the Golf R continues to captivate with its sporty design, high-level performance, and refined interior. Come try the Golf R 2024 at Arbour VW dealership!

Our dealership awaits you just minutes from Blainville and Boisbriand and offers tailor-made Volkswagen auto credit. Also, take advantage of our Volkswagen promotions in Laval for a great deal!

Rear 3/4 view of Volkswagen Golf R in a parking lot.

Golf R: Price and Specifications

Here are the specifications and prices of the 2024 Golf R:

Characteristics Golf R Manual Golf R Automatic
Price $ 52,288 $ 53,688
Engine 2.0 L TSI 4-cylinder 2.0 L TSI 4-cylinder
Power 315 horsepower 315 horsepower
Torque 280 lb-ft 295 lb-ft
Utility Volume 564 to 977 L 564 to 977 L