2025 Volkswagen Golf R Black Edition US Version
2025 Volkswagen Golf R Black Edition US Version
By Team Dailyrevs April 25, 2025
The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R Black Edition offers a stealthy aesthetic with blacked-out accents and a minimalist design.
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Equipped with a 315-horsepower turbocharged engine and 4MOTION all-wheel drive, it delivers impressive performance.
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Limited availability in the U.S. market, making it a unique choice for enthusiasts.
Black Is the New... Everything
This thing doesn’t just wear black — it commits to it. Gloss black wheels, darkened LED headlights, black VW badges, even a black headliner. The whole car’s dipped in stealth. It’s a clean, moody look that trades flash for confidence. No chrome distractions. No contrasting trim. Just a solid, unapologetic blackout.
And yeah, it works. The stance is familiar Golf R — squat and athletic — but the darker look gives it a more grounded, almost sinister vibe.
Still a Proper Golf R Underneath
No surprises here: it’s still powered by the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder you’d expect. 315 horsepower, 7-speed dual-clutch, and 4MOTION all-wheel drive. Same punchy powertrain as the regular Golf R, which means it should still carve corners like it’s on rails and pull hard out of them.
Exact 0–60 numbers haven’t been shared yet, but let’s not kid ourselves — it’ll be quick enough to outrun most things that don’t wear an AMG or M badge.
Inside, It’s Just as Dark
Open the door, and it’s more of the same. Black Nappa leather. Black trim. Black headliner. Subtle ambient lighting tries to break it up, but otherwise, it’s a minimalist, moody vibe.
The digital cockpit and infotainment screen are standard fare — familiar to anyone who’s been in a recent VW — though still clean and sharp in presentation. There’s no gimmicky stuff here. Everything looks like it’s made for someone who wants to drive, not fumble with touchscreen menus for five minutes.
A Niche Offering for the Right Crowd
VW’s only bringing this one to the U.S. in limited numbers. So if you're into it, don’t wait too long. Pricing isn’t official yet, but expect it to be slightly above the regular Golf R, which starts around $46,000.
It's a weird time for hot hatches — shrinking segment, rising prices — but this one's got that understated appeal for folks who like to fly under the radar but still drive something fast.
Final Lap
The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R Black Edition doesn’t try to reinvent anything. It just takes what’s already good — a quick, capable hatchback — and gives it a look that finally matches its attitude. No loud colors. No drama. Just speed, with the volume turned down.
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Horsepower | 328 hp (245 kW) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) |
| 0–100 km/h | ~4.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h (155 mph) electronically limited; up to 270 km/h (168 mph) with Performance Package |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 (TSI) |
| Transmission | 7-speed dual-clutch automatic (DSG) |
| Drivetrain | 4MOTION all-wheel drive |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,631 mm (103.5 in) |
| Capacities | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 liters (14.5 gallons) |
| Price | |
| U.S. MSRP | $49,640 |