2024 Volkswagen Golf R launched in Malaysia - RM332,990, 320PS/400Nm, 0-100 4.8secs

KUALA LUMPUR:  Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has officially launched the locally assembled Golf R, starting at RM332,990. This eagerly awaited release, first previewed at the Sepang International Circuit in August 2024, has generated significant excitement. The Golf R stands out as the only model of its kind assembled locally outside of Germany, just like the CKD version of the Golf GTi.

The price includes the Volkswagen Assurance Package (VAP), offering 5 years of maintenance, an unlimited mileage warranty, and 5 years of roadside assistance.

The Golf R comes with the "R Performance Package," featuring a titanium Akrapovič exhaust, 19-inch Estoril alloy wheels, a new rear spoiler, and unique "Drift" and "Special" driving modes. The "R" button on the steering wheel gives you access to these modes. "Drift" mode sends more torque to the rear wheels for controlled slides, while "Special" mode fine-tunes the suspension for peak performance, especially on demanding tracks like the Nürburgring-Nordschleife.

Under the hood, the Golf R boasts a 2.0TSI 4-cylinder turbo engine, delivering 320 PS and 400 Nm of torque. Paired with a 7-speed wet-type dual-clutch DSG transmission, the car accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h. Its 4MOTION all-wheel drive system with performance torque vectoring ensures stability and traction.

The Golf R’s exterior is distinguished by its motorsport-inspired R front bumper and radiator grille. Available in Lapiz Blue, Deep Black, and Pure White, the car’s sporty design is complemented by an interior featuring Carbon Grey R decorative trim, premium Nappa sport leather seats with iconic R styling, and an R performance steering wheel with blue backlit R button and shift paddles.

Additional features include a Head-Up Display (HUD), a 10-inch Discover Pro infotainment system with a 10-speaker, 480-watt Harman Kardon sound system, wireless smartphone charging, and automatic high beam assist. The Golf R also comes with IQ.DRIVE technology and advanced driver assistance systems such as Travel Assist with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Side Assist, Front Assist, Lane Assist, and Emergency Assist.

Denyu Bostandzhiev, Managing Director of VPCM, expressed his excitement about the launch. “The Golf R represents the pinnacle of what the Volkswagen R team is capable of. R models stood for the brand’s most powerful and best of the best, and the Golf R is the brand’s sportiest and most emotion-invoking one, inspiring generations of hatchback fans.”

“To have this performance hatchback be locally assembled, is truly an achievement for us. Even better, our delight is doubled as we are able to introduce this history-making model in the country at such a competitive price point. Stock is limited, so I urge fans to place their bookings today", said Bostandzhiev.

The Golf R will be showcased at the Malaysia Autoshow from May 22 to May 26, 2024, at MAEPS in Serdang. Also on display will be the all-new Touareg R-Line 4MOTION and Arteon R-Line 4MOTION. Visitors to the Volkswagen booth in Hall 2 can take advantage of special promotions, including savings up to RM36,000 and free scheduled maintenance for the first 7 years with the purchase of an Arteon.

Additionally, customers who book any Volkswagen model at the Autoshow will enter a draw to win an all-expenses-paid luxury holiday for two at the Banjaran Hotsprings Wellness Retreat in Ipoh, Perak. This promotion is available nationwide until May 31, 2024.

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