KUALA LUMPUR - Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has announced the sale of the locally assembled Golf R, priced at RM332,990. This pricing includes the Volkswagen Assurance Package, which offers five years of maintenance, warranty and roadside assistance, ensuring comprehensive support for owners. 

The Golf R features the robust "R Performance Package," which incorporates a titanium Akrapovič exhaust, 19-inch Estoril alloy wheels, a new rear spoiler, and specialised driving modes such as "Drift" and "Special." The "Drift" mode enhances rear wheel torque for controlled slides, while the "Special" mode optimises the suspension for backroad performance and is specifically tuned for the challenges of the demanding Nürburgring-Nordschleife racetrack. 

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

The Golf R's motorsport-inspired DNA is evident in the new model's features such as the commanding R front bumper and R radiator grille. It is available in three colour options: Lapiz Blue, Deep Black, and Pure White. The interior features premium Nappa leather sports seats, an R performance steering wheel, and a 10-inch Discover Pro infotainment system with a 480-watt Harman Kardon sound system.

The Golf R will be showcased at the upcoming Malaysia Autoshow from 22 to 26 May 2024, at Malaysia Agro Exposition Park (MAEPS) in Serdang, alongside other models such as the all-new Touareg R-Line 4MOTION and Arteon R-Line 4MOTION.