The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R is no longer just an all-wheel-drive GTI-plus hot hatch. Volkswagen pushed the R to a new level with the introduction of the torque-vectoring rear differential that arrived ...

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Against all odds, hot hatch fans are spoiled for choice right now. What once seemed like a dwindling segment now has compelling, quirky options from Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, and others, each hoping to ...

HIGHS Plucky 328-hp turbo four, standard all-wheel-drive, serious performance and thrills. LOWS Manual transmission is forevermore MIA, Euro-Package seats add support but lack ventilation, GTI is ...

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