Volkswagen up to date the Golf lineup originally of the week, however it intentionally ignored the range-topping mannequin. Ahead of a full launch slated for mid-2024, the R is displaying up within the first official photographs. The all-wheel-drive scorching hatchback is carrying a particular blue wrap to hide a design we noticed a number of days in the past on the lesser variations.

Sure, there are some delicate adjustments for the R however it’s nonetheless very a lot a Golf. The tweaked entrance bumper has a centrally mounted radar sensor you will not discover on the outgoing mannequin. The lesser fashions now have that as effectively for the reason that Mk8.5 brings a raft of updates for the driving force help and security methods. It actually stands out like a sore thumb however this has been a problem on some vehicles for a few years.