front quarter view of the 2019 Golf GTI

Side-By-Side Comparison of the 2019 VW Golf R & 2019 VW Golf GTI

Compare the Differences Between the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R & the 2019 Golf GTI

Volkswagen has an impressive and varied Golf lineup to choose from and knowing the differences and similarities between them will help you find the perfect Volkswagen Golf for you  Below you will find a side-by-side comparison between the 2019 VW Golf R and the VW Golf GTI.  You can see what’s different between their standard drivetrains, technology equipment, and interior features so you can easily decide whether the 2019 VW Golf R or the 2019 VW Golf GTI is the right vehicle for you.

What are the Similarities & Differences Between the 2019 VW Golf R and the 2019 VW Golf GTI?

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There is no alternate engine for either the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R or the 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI.  The 2019 VW Golf R only offers one trim level while the 2019 VW Golf GTI makes available four trim levels.  Both the VW Golf R and VW Golf GTI get equipped with standard Driving Mode Selection, LED Taillights & Daytime Running Lights, Heated Side Mirrors, and even Rain-Sensing Wipers with Heated Windshield Washer Nozzles.  There is also a quad-tip exhaust system, DCC® adaptive chassis control, an XDS® cross differential system, and 3-mode electronic stability control loaded into the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R.  The top trim level for the 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI gets equipped with similar mechanical equipment as the 2019 Golf R.

front view of the 2019 Golf R

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The upper trim levels for the 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI get equipped with leather seats and the 8” touchscreen display and its top trim level also gets dual-zone automatic climate control.  The easiest way to decide between the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R and the 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI is by coming to Hall VW in Brookfield, WI and taking them each for a test drive.

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