Volkswagen has unveiled its latest special edition Golf R, the Golf R 333 Limited Edition. This exclusive hot hatch features a bespoke performance package and an Akrapovič exhaust, making it the most powerful, expensive, and exclusive version of the Golf to date.

The Golf R 333 Limited Edition is powered by the same turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder EA888 engine as the standard Golf R. However, power has been increased to 328bhp (333PS) and 309lb ft, up from the standard car’s 319bhp. This improved performance allows the Golf R 333 to reach a top speed of 167mph and complete the 0-62mph sprint in just 4.6 seconds.

The Golf R 333 comes with a range of standard equipment, including an R performance exhaust system supplied by Akrapovič, featuring titanium rear silencers. It also features a set of 19in Estoril wheels matched with semi-slick tyres. The car is finished with Lime Yellow metallic paint, a black roof, and 333 decals emblazoned around both the interior and exterior.

Inside, the Golf R 333 features Nappa leather sports seats and a Harmon Kardon premium audio system. Each example of the Golf R 333 will be numbered and feature a small plaque with its designation.

The Golf R 333 is the most powerful version of the Golf yet, alongside the Golf R 20 Years. It is also the most expensive, with a price tag of €76,410 (£65,802). Unfortunately, it is unlikely that the Golf R 333 will be available in the UK. It is exclusively available for customers in Germany, with production set to begin in September this year, and deliveries starting in October.

The Golf R 333 shares some similarities with a model presented in 2017 – a performance package for the Mk7.5 Golf R that included an Akrapovič exhaust plus suspension alterations. The package also upped the hot hatch’s top speed from an electronically limited 155mph to 166mph and added drilled disc brakes and shock-absorber adjustment, plus bright yellow paint. Back then, Volkswagen described the car as “even rawer, even less compromising and even more strong-willed”.

In conclusion, the Golf R 333 Limited Edition is an exclusive and powerful hot hatch that features a bespoke performance package and an Akrapovič exhaust. It is the most powerful, expensive, and exclusive version of the Golf to date, and it is only available for customers in Germany. With its unique features and high price tag, the Golf R 333 is sure to appeal to enthusiasts who are looking for something special and unique.