The most powerful Golf is again offered in a station wagon version. It is a VW Golf R Variant or Golf R Estate, depending on the market in which it will be sold.

The Golf R Variant brings more space for passengers and luggage (611 to 1,642 liters if the rear seats are folded), thanks to a longer length (13.7 inches / 349 mm) compared to the hatchback, and automatic opening of the fifth door. The car has a modified suspension, to withstand a weight of 4,188 lbs (1,900 kg).

The R Variant is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo engine with 315 hp and 420 Nm of torque. It is identical to its predecessor.The car has a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and all-wheel drive. It reaches 62 mph in 4.9 seconds, with a top speed of 155 mph (250 km / h, standard model) and 168 mph (270 km / h, with the R Performance Package). The car will use a 19-inch set of wheels.

Volkswagen used the same interior in the R Variant as in the hatchback. Sports seats, carbon fiber trim, a flat steering wheel and blue lighting have been retained.

The car is made mainly for the European market, and sales will begin in mid-August (Germany, UK, and Switzerland). It is not known what the selling price will be, but it is expected to cost more than € 50,000.

Source: Volkswagen