Volkswagen updated the GTI and Golf R for 2025. Both cars have tweaked styling inside and out, and there's more power from the Golf R's turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. The result is a notable price bump, led by a hefty $1,435 increase for the Golf R. With VW's $1,225 destination charge included, the 2025 Golf R now starts at $48,325. —Christopher Smith, News Editor |