Volkswagen Golf R Facelift Smiles on Camera for Spy Photographers
Spy photographers have once again caught the Volkswagen Golf R’s facelift on camera.
Last month we spotted the Volkswagen Golf R facelift testing in the Austrian Alps and now the German automaker has taken it on the Nurburgring to fine tune the changes. A bit of camouflage has been shed up front, giving us a better look at the newly designed front bumper, while this particular prototype has camouflage in the rear, suggesting that there might be a new rear bumper.
Expect changes to the front grille, headlights and bumpers as part of the facelift, although it’s still unclear if a performance upgrade is in the cards. With the newly released Focus RS and upcoming Honda Civic Type R boasting impressive power numbers, it’s likely Volkswagen will have a response to those competitors.
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The facelift will apply to all Golf models in the lineup but expect the R to have a more aggressive design. We should see the facelifted Golf in its entirety this fall.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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