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Admire it! VW Golf Variant R

May 20, 2015

For the first time, Volkswagen is offering the Golf R as a wagon or "Variant”. Its 221 kW turbocharged engine produces 380 Nm of torque, using a standard 6-speed dual-clutch transmission and 4MOTION permanent all-wheel drive. The suspension is lowered by 2 cm and steering is progressive - two dynamic features.

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Among the optional highlights is the newest generation of the DCC adaptive chassis control, complete with a Race Mode driving profile.