Originally appeared on Automoblog.net

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The Volkswagen Golf is a highly popular hatchback around the globe. It?s not surprising because this 5-door offers a ton of flexibility for urban living. You get utility, fuel efficiency, and sporty driving dynamics. That makes a good formula for success. Add in the Golf R high-performance model, and you get a pocket-rocket that will excite any driving enthusiast.
This week we test drove the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R.
What?s New For 2016"
The 2016 Golf remains relatively unchanged except for a few tech updates. It gets new infotainment touch screens that support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A rearview camera is standard on all but the base model, and the newly available Driver Assistance package offers advanced accident-avoidance technology.
Features & Options
The 2016 Volkswagen Golf R ($35,650) comes standard with 18-inch wheels, automatic adaptive xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, automatic wipers, heated mirrors, a rear spoiler, quad tailpipes, keyless ignition and entry, selectable drive modes, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Golf R also gets leather upholstery, heated front sport seats, a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat (with power lumbar), a partial power passenger seat with power recline, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, and split-folding rear seats with a center pass-through. The aforementioned rearview camera was incl...