Volkswagen to use Audi RS3 five-cylinder engine in next Golf R

Written By Taylor Jordan

  • 2027 Golf R to receive the 2.5 liter Audi RS3 engine

  • Expected to deliver over 400hp; the first 400hp+ Golf R

  • Volkswagen AG seeking additional applications for the 2.5 liter five-cylinder

  • Electrification trend expected to kill the engine following current generation

  • Audi desires to leverage the engine in one unknown additional application

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