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Volkswagen Golf R gets open-top for Geneva

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Volkswagen unveiled at Geneva the Convertible version of the Golf R. However, you have to know that we talk about the sixth-generation Golf, not the all-new model which was also on stage at Geneva.

The open-top German model is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder unit capable to deliver 265 horsepower.

Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet
Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet

The four-cylinder unit provides a 0-100 km/h sprint in 6,4 seconds with a top speed of 250 km/h. Styling tweaks include new front and rear bumpers, LED daytime running lights, 19-inch alloy wheels, side sill extensions and bi-xenon headlights.

Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet
Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet

According to Volkswagen, the electric top can be operated at speeds up to 29 km/h. It needs 11 seconds to be raised and just 9,5 seconds to be lowered back.

Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet
Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet

Also important, the VW Golf R Cabriolet benefits from a retuned suspension able to lower the ground clearance by 25m.

Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet
Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet

Inside, you will find new leather upholstery, sport seats, new trim and inserts.

Andrei Ursu
the authorAndrei Ursu
Andrei is one of the oldest automotive journalists of Automotorblog and has written more than 3000 articles for our publication. He has been passionate about cars since he was a small child, and he joined our team of writers in 2009. In addition to his passion for cars, he is also passionate about music. In his free time, he composes songs and sings them, which also brought him real success in the musical field.

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