2023 Volkswagen Golf R 20 Years

The Golf R 20 Years was Volkswagen's anniversary send-off for the Mk8 R, marking two decades of the R badge that began with the 3.2-litre VR6 Mk5 R32. It pairs the 2.0-litre turbocharged EA888 four-cylinder, rated at 328 bhp and 420 lb-ft, with a seven-speed DSG and 4Motion all-wheel drive. Top speed is listed at 168 mph, which points to the optional Performance Pack with its raised limiter.

This 2023 (73-plate) example is finished in Deep Black and rides on 19-inch Estoril Black alloys. It has covered 29,951 miles, which is typical use for the age rather than a garage-kept low-mileage car. Equipment includes three-zone climate control, a heated leather multifunction steering wheel, electrically adjustable seats with memory, and App Connect for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Travel Assist, side assist with rear traffic alert, blind spot monitoring and rear parking sensors cover the driver aids.

The Mk8 R is the quickest and most capable factory Golf, and the 20 Years edition adds distinctive trim to a car that remains a rapid all-weather hatchback. The page does not state the number of previous owners.