The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R Black Edition is a high-performance variant of the eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf. It was unveiled in March 2025 and is expected to go on sale in late 2025.
The Golf R Black Edition features a number of upgrades over the standard Golf R, including a more powerful engine, upgraded suspension and brakes, and a more aggressive exterior design. The engine is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that produces 328 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque, which is an increase of 28 horsepower and 15 lb-ft of torque over the standard Golf R. The engine is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.