The 2024 Volkswagen Golf R 333 Limited Edition is a high-performance hot hatch limited to just 333 units. It’s based on the Golf R Performance, but it’s been upgraded with several performance and aesthetic enhancements.
2.0 Litre Turbocharged
Under the hood, the Golf R 333 Limited Edition gets a more powerful version of the Golf R’s 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine. This engine produces 333 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, an increase of 10 horsepower and 15 pound-feet of torque over the standard Golf R.
This bump in power helps the Golf R 333 Limited Edition accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.6 seconds, which is 0.2 seconds faster than the standard Golf R.
Golf R 333
In addition to the performance upgrades, the Golf R 333 Limited Edition also gets several aesthetic enhancements. These include a unique Lime Yellow Metallic paint job, black accents, 19-inch wheels, and an Akrapovič exhaust system. The interior also gets several upgrades, including Nappa leather seats, a Harman Kardon sound system, and a numbered plaque.
The 2024 Volkswagen Golf R 333 Limited Edition will be available for order in Germany starting June 2, 2023. Pricing begins at €76,410, which is approximately $84,500.
Features
- 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 333 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque
- All-wheel drive
- 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds
- Top speed of 168 mph
- R-Performance Torque Vectoring with a Vehicle Dynamics Manager
- Drift and Special driving profiles
- Akrapovič exhaust system with titanium silencers
- Unique blacked-out 19-inch wheels
- Lime Yellow Metallic paintwork
- Black accents
- R-logoed blue callipers
- Special 333 badging and logos
Here are some of the pros and cons of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf R 333 Limited Edition:
Pros:
- Powerful engine
- Quick acceleration
- Unique styling
- High-quality interior
Cons:
- Expensive
- Limited availability
- Not as practical as some other hot hatches
Alternatives to the 2024 Volkswagen Golf R 333:
- Audi S3
- BMW M235i
- Mercedes-AMG A35
- Ford Focus RS
- Honda Civic Type R
Conclusion
The 2024 Volkswagen Golf R 333 Limited Edition is a high-performance hot hatch that will turn heads. However, it’s also expensive and needs more availability.
Source: VW
