The Volkswagen Golf R 333 Limited Edition, an exclusive edition, but for Europe
Almost a year ago, Volkswagen launched a special edition of the Golf R to mark the 20th anniversary of the model. The Volkswagen Golf R20e anniversary had been offered in Europe and the United States; Canada was entitled to a special variant, but not the 20e anniversary.
A year later, the German manufacturer unveils a new exclusive variant of its compact sports car, however it is only reserved for Europe. it’s about the Volkswagen Golf R 333, a model offered as a special edition and limited to 333 pieces only. The idea of limiting this special edition was inspired by the engine power of 245 kilowatts, or 333 horsepower. This is the highest power ever achieved by a Golf; it can go from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 4.6 seconds and reach a top speed of 270 kilometers per hour.
A single color
In addition to its increased power, the Golf R 333 is also distinguished by the color of its body, it is painted in Lime Yellow Metallic, which ensures that you do not go unnoticed. Black accents enhance the style of the car which could well become a collector’s item in the eyes of many.
Among the features is the R-Performance Torque Vectoring, which distributes the driving power not only between the front and rear axles, but also between the two rear wheels. Additional driving modes have also been added, these are Drift and Special, designed for the Nürburgring circuit. The Golf R 333 also features an Akrapovič R Performance exhaust system paired with titanium rear mufflers; 19-inch black Estoril rims are also exclusive to the model, as are the 333 emblems affixed to the car.
According to Volkswagen, since 2002 more than 250,000 Volkswagen Golf Rs have been sold. It is precisely this type of limited-edition, high-performance vehicle that energizes the Volkswagen R brand. Every customer can be sure of having an extremely rare vehicle and a potential collector’s item in their garage. »
A price that is not within everyone’s reach
Proposed at a base price of 76,410 euros, or more than 110,000 Canadian dollars, we agree that this limited edition is not for all budgets. The Volkswagen Golf R 333 can be ordered from June 2. Production of the 333 vehicles in Wolfsburg is scheduled for September this year so that the first models can be handed over to customers from October.
Conclusion
Many are disappointed with Volkswagen’s decision to eliminate the Golf from our market. The good news? The manufacturer continues to market the Golf GTI and R, two sports cars that have captured the imagination of many young buyers. It’s no wonder that each limited edition attracts attention.
