VW says future R models "will likely surprise and surprise us"

VW says future R models "will likely surprise and surprise us"

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Like Hyundai with its extended N performance range, Volkswagen has increased the population in its R range. The designation "R" generally revolves around the Golf R, as well as the remarkable ID An electric racing car R which made the headlines newspapers with its record performances.

But times are changing. A T-Roc R was already launched last year, and the Touareg R was launched earlier this year. The Tiguan R and the Arteon R should soon join the fray, and of course, the Mk8 Golf R is on track for the next launch.

If my calculations are correct, these are already five R models for the performance-oriented Volkswagen buyer. However, this letter is accompanied by a promise. VW Group board member Jürgen Stackmann interviewed Higher speed and said "more stories about R that will likely surprise you", suggesting that something extraordinary should come with the new R models.

Well, VW has already started with surprises. The Touareg R was the first R model to offer a hybrid powertrain, with a combined power of 456 horsepower (340 kilowatts), and that is not the end. Stackmann has confirmed that future R models will go electric.

"R's future must be and will be electric," said Stackmann.

Now, with Volkswagen R boss Jost Capito convinced that electrification is "something we want to do", the electrified performance models from Wolfsburg will not be a surprise. Let's wait to see if they will be as incredible.