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      02-14-2014, 09:46 AM   #145
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Originally Posted by captain freez View Post
Not the same class of car at all. the Golf R is a sports hatchback. this is as the name suggest a ''touring'' car. It is meant as being more practical and although I haven't checked the specs, more spacious than a golf.
Correct. This is essentially a Golf Plus competitor (not a Golf competitor) which, by the way, I don't believe you can option with a 2.0T engine.

For those looking for a Golf R answer, there is the M135i (where available) which, though more expensive, will likely outperform it handily.
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