Used 2023 Volkswagen Golf R for Sale near Ozark, AR
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About 2023 Volkswagen Golf R
Overview

The Volkswagen Golf R represents the performance pinnacle for the German brand, though it owns several other marques with much hotter options.
What’s New for the 2023 Volkswagen Golf R
Volkswagen just released the new eighth-generation Golf R in 2022, so there are no changes on deck for 2023.
Design
The new Golf R got subtle refinements to its styling, but it's still immediately recognizable as a Golf. Volkswagen updated the car's exterior lighting with LED headlights and an LED light strip, and the rear end only features the VW logo and “R” script. Though Volkswagen offered versions of the car with two doors in years past, it’s now only available with four doors.
Powertrain
The 2023 VW Golf R gets a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine making 315 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque when equipped with the available seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The standard six-speed manual brings a slightly lower torque rating of 280 pound-feet, but the car is ferociously quick with either option. It comes with unique differentials that can shift power between the rear wheels to enable a pseudo drift mode, and the car can run zero-60 mph in around four and a half seconds.
Interior
The Golf R’s surprisingly spacious interior comes standard with leather upholstery and heated and ventilated front seats. Heated rear seats are also standard, along with a heated steering wheel and ambient lighting. The R doesn’t have upgrade options like the GTI, as it comes with all the goodies baked in. Still, it retains the utility and usability that made the model famous years ago, and its cargo space is as generous as some small SUVs'.
Technology
The Golf R comes standard with a 10-inch touchscreen and a 10-inch digital gauge cluster. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard, along with automatic climate controls, wireless charging, and nine speakers. Volkswagen opted for an almost completely touch-based interface for the car, getting rid of most buttons in favor of touch sliders and controls. The move almost instantly riled car reviewers, but the system becomes more intuitive with ownership and time. Most will find the infotainment system easy to use, though it’s a bit laggy on vehicle startup.
Safety
The Golf R grabbed a Top Safety Pick+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in 2022, but it hasn’t been put through the agency’s new side-crash test for 2023. In order to secure the award, vehicles must earn an “Acceptable” or “Good” score in the test, which uses more force than in years past. VW equips a load of standard safety kit, including blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alerts, forward collision warnings, and more.
Pricing
The 2023 Volkswagen GTI starts at $30,530 before taxes, options, and destination. The midrange SE trim starts at $35,330, and the top Autobahn trim starts at $39,070.
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2025 Volkswagen Golf R Pricing, Specs, and Release Date
The Volkswagen Golf R gets even more power, styling updates, new infotainment technology, and newly standard driver-assistance features but kisses the manual transmission option goodbye for 2025.
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Len G
Reviewed a 2023 Volkswagen 20th Anniversary Edition AWD on Jan 10, 2025
Amazing tech, very comfortable, fun to drive. Last year they will be offering stick shift. 20th anniversary edition has no sunroof which I like. Liked it more than the GR Corolla surprisingly. Coming from a 13 year old GTI.
Flavio J
Reviewed a 2023 Volkswagen Golf R on Apr 29, 2023
It’s a thrill to drive in every way. Both outside and inside finish details offer good harmony in style and performance. Plenty of power surprisingly from a 4 cylinder with good torque. You have to drive one to understand. Good job VW!
Chris R
Reviewed a 2023 Volkswagen Golf R on Jun 20, 2023
A wonderful daily drive car for multi roles with fun to drive and relatively good gas mileage.
Anonymous
Reviewed a 2023 Volkswagen Golf R on Aug 22, 2023
Does everything right.Great seating, good performance,Great carrying capacity.If youre only owning one car in the snowball,it cant be beat
2023 Volkswagen Golf R Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| 2.0T 4Motion AWD | $44,740 |
| 20th Anniversary Edition AWD | $45,390 |
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