Volkswagen has just announced pricing for the sporty Golf models going on sale in the United States for 2025 — and yes, they're more expensive than before. That’s particularly true of the all-wheel-drive Golf R, which can now crest the $50,000 barrier with options.

We already knew Volkswagen updated the GTI and Golf R for the 2025 model year.There are minor styling tweaks, a new infotainment system, and more power for the Golf R, what we didn't know yet was how much it would cost—we know now.

The GTI starts at $33,670 (all prices include a $1,225 destination charge), and the Golf R’s base price is $48,325.

Here's what to expect when the updated 2025 VW Golf R hatchback goes on sale early next year. A person can have a lot of fun answering the prompt of: "What is the world's fastest Volkswagen?" You can be clever and argue it's the brand-new Bugatti Tourbillon V-16 hypercar,

Volkswagen Golf models are out and priced. Should you choose the Golf GTI or pay more and drive the Golf R? Explore the options here.

VW's hot-hatch halo car loses its manual transmission, a move that makes the 2025 Golf R cost $1720 more than the 2024 model.

Volkswagen has announced pricing for the 2025 Golf GTI and Golf R. The GTI starts at $32,445 and features revised styling inside and out. The $47,100 Golf R has an upgraded engine that now produces 328 hp.

The hottest Golf gets a $1,435 bump in its cheapest form. The 2025 GTI is more expensive, too.