The new Golf R emphasizes the topic of absolute performance with its laidback yet self-confident presence. Its status-neutral character and the typical Golf design constitute the foundation of the “R”. The Golf R is an independent product within the model range, with exclusive design themes and prized details. The vision of a Golf R has been in the designers' minds right from the first line sketched on the drawing board. For them, this model is the freestyle part of their work in the design development of the Golf family. The appeal is to let the subtle yet unmistakable differentiation from the basic version come true.