Front view of the 2026 Volkswagen Golf R in black driving along a two-lane country road. Golf R is the 2026 MotorTrend Car of the Year.

The 2026 Golf R - Our fastest hatch

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  • Horsepower & Torque328 hp & 295 lb-ft
  • Transmission7-speed DSG®
  • Drivetrain4MOTION® All-wheel drive with rear axle torque vectoring differential
  • Warranty4-year / 80,000 km* new-vehicle limited warranty
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More than meets the eye.
This performance hatch is a masterclass in understated aggression.

In it to win it

With premium leather sport seats with integrated headrests, an ergonomic multifunction steering wheel, and a next-gen Head-Up Display (HUD), the Golf R interior brings ultimate comfort to performance driving.

In it to win it

With premium leather sport seats with integrated headrests, an ergonomic multifunction steering wheel, and a next-gen Head-Up Display (HUD), the Golf R interior brings ultimate comfort to performance driving.

Turbocharged power, total command

From its razor-sharp steering to its exhilarating acceleration, the Golf R delivers a driving experience that will leave you breathless.

Golf R for the win

Meet the pinnacle of German engineering. From its turbocharged engine to its refined design, it’s no wonder the Golf R is the 2026 MotorTrend Car of the Year. 

Features

Get a closer look at all the exciting features of the Golf R, from German-engineered performance and design to intuitive tech – and so much more.

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Quiet confidence, loud performance

Quiet confidence, loud performance

Innovation and technology for a better drive

  • Volkswagen IQ.DRIVE dashboard display showing adaptive cruise control, lane assist, and blind spot monitoring in action.

    IQ. DRIVE⁠

    Breathe easy with an intelligent suite of active safety features designed to help keep you and everyone around you protected.

    Standard features include:

    • Front Assist – Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian and Cyclist Monitoring
    • Side Assist – Active Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert
    • Travel Assist – Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Assist, and Emergency Assist
    Learn more about IQ.DRIVE
  • Volkswagen Driver Assist rear-view camera display with parking guidelines, park distance control, and rear traffic alert.

    Driver Assist⁠

    Designed to simplify every drive, Driver Assist’s high-tech convenience features have your back – and front – so you can breathe easy every step of the way.

    Standard features include:

    • Dynamic Road Sign Display
    • Park Distance Control – Front and rear sensors with Park Assist
    • Rear Traffic Alert
    • Light Assist – Automatic high-beam control
    Learn more about Driver Assistance features
  • White Volkswagen Golf with 4MOTION All-Wheel Drive driving on a Canadian road, showcasing traction and control in all conditions.

    4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive

    While Canadian roads may be as beautiful and broad as our country, Canadian road conditions aren’t always as picturesque. To enjoy them fully, it helps to be ready for anything. That’s the advantage of 4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive.

    Learn more about 4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive

Connected Services and the myVW app

Have a closer look at all the connected services available with myVW+ using the myVW app. Get 3 years of Remote Access plus 8 years of VW Vehicle Insights and Safe & Secure included with all 2026 VW models.

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Financing and rebates

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Whether you’re financing or leasing, you can complete your credit application before stepping inside a dealership.

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  2. Choose options, packages and other vehicle details.
  3. Once complete, you can select your payment type and start your credit application.
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Rebate Programs

Discover all our great rebates and offers. Including our Loyalty Program for current VW owners, our Graduate Program for recent graduates, and our Mobility Program for those who need to fit their vehicle with assistance equipment.

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Newcomer program

The Volkswagen Finance Newcomer Program makes it easier to get behind the wheel, with reduced requirements including no down payment. Whether you’re a foreign investor or student, getting the car you want should be easy.

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  1. † Prices shown are MSRP where indicated. MSRP is the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price and excludes taxes, freight and PDI ($2,050 ( Jetta, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI and Golf R), $2,175 (Taos), $2,200 (Tiguan and ID.4), $2,250 (Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas) and $2,500 (ID. Buzz)), levies, fees, optional equipment, license, insurance, registration, and any dealer or other charges (where applicable). If MSRP is not mentioned, prices shown include freight and PDI, environmental levies, and a $500 representative dealer admin fee (actual fee amount is set by dealers and varies, up to $500). Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration. Environmental or related levies and taxes may vary by jurisdiction. Dealer may sell for less. Prices are in Canadian dollars. This is not an offer to sell at a certain price. Actual selling prices and terms are set by dealers. European or American models may be shown. Specifications, equipment, options, and prices are subject to change without notice. Although we endeavour to ensure that the information contained on the website is accurate, as errors may occur from time to time, customers should contact their local Volkswagen dealer for details. Photos for illustration purposes only.  Model specifications provided may vary based on selected trim, options, and installed accessories. 
  2. ^Limited time lease offer available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, based on a new and unregistered 2026 Taos 1.5T Highline base model with 8-speed automatic with Tiptronic® 4Motion transmission having a cash selling price of $42,283.00, including $68 PPSA registration fee (including third-party registering agent fee), $2,175 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning levy, $23 tire recycling levy, $22 OMVIC fee, and $500 representative dealer admin fee (actual fee is set by dealers and varies, up to $500), and included in weekly payments. Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary (but may not be available in all cases). Conditions apply. In Ontario, Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is responsible for the tire recycling fee used to cover the cost of collecting and recycling end of life tires when returned by consumers. Lease example: 48-month term at 3.99% APR equals a weekly payment of $126. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, $500 security deposit, and first weekly payments due at lease inception. License, insurance, registration, options and applicable taxes are extra. Total lease obligation: $26,115. Residual value is 54%. Annual 20,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km per excess kilometre. Offers end January 2, 2026 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Visit vwoffers.ca or your Volkswagen dealer for details. “Volkswagen,” the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license. © 2025 Volkswagen Canada.
  3. ⁑ Loyalty offer available to current Volkswagen owners and previous Volkswagen owners who returned a leased vehicle, or whose finance contract with Volkswagen Financial Services ended, within the past 90 days (some exceptions apply), with purchase or lease of a new, unregistered Volkswagen model. 2 yr VW Prepaid Maintenance Plan provided at no additional cost. If customer purchases longer maintenance, offer will cover the first 2 years / 30,000 km at the value indicated and customer will pay the balance. Plan covers regular maintenance appointments (for services recommended by VW) within 2 years or 30,000 km (whichever occurs first). Visit https://www.vw.ca/en/shopping-tools/prepaid-maintenance.html or your Volkswagen dealer for more details. Valid identification and proof of valid loan/lease for/of Volkswagen that was: (i) active for a minimum of 90 days; (ii) in good standing throughout the term; and (iii) that ended within the 90 days prior to the expiry of this offer, are required. Volkswagen vehicles currently being financed/leased with Volkswagen Financial Services are not eligible for the rate reduction. Offer is transferable to an immediate family member living in the same household as the Primary/Co-Primary buyer or lessee. Offer is non-exchangeable for cash. Offer ends March 31, 2026 and is subject to change or cancellation without notice.
  4. +Amount shown is the maximum incentive amount currently available under the Quebec Roulez Vert Program. Volkswagen Canada does not administer the incentives and is not responsible for any cancellations or changes to the incentive programs.  Incentive information is provided for informational purposes only and Volkswagen Canada makes no representations about the actual amount or eligibility for the incentive. Conditions and limitations apply. Consult the government administrator or see your dealer for details. 
  5. §Limited time finance offer available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, based on a new and unregistered 2025 ID.4 Electric ID.4 PRO S AWD base model in Ice Grey Metallic (for an additional $500) with single-speed transmission having a cash selling price of $58,908.00, including $68 PPSA registration fee (including third-party registering agent fee), $2,200 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning levy, $23 tire recycling levy, $22 OMVIC fee, and $500 representative dealer admin fee (actual fee is set by dealers and varies, up to $500), and included in weekly payments. Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary (but may not be available in all cases). Conditions apply. Finance example: 60-month term at 0.00% APR equals a weekly payments of $225, after application of $5,000 credit. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in due at signing. In Ontario, Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is responsible for the tire recycling fee used to cover the cost of collecting and recycling end of life tires when returned by consumers. License, insurance, registration, options and applicable taxes are extra. Cost of borrowing is $0 for a total obligation of $58,408. Offers end January 2, 2026 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice. ***$5,000 credit available to be applied as a discount off MSRP, before taxes, with finance purchase (through Volkswagen Financial Services on approved credit) of new and unregistered 2025 ID.4 ID.4 PRO S AWD models. Conditions apply. Offers end January 2, 2026 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Visit vwoffers.ca or your Volkswagen dealer for details. “Volkswagen,” the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license. © 2025 Volkswagen Canada.
  6. ^^^^Limited time lease offer available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, based on a new and unregistered 2026 Jetta 1.5T Highline base model in Oryx White Pearl (for an additional $500) with 8-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® transmission having a cash selling price of $35,858.00, including $68 PPSA registration fee (including third-party registering agent fee), $2,050 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning levy, $23 tire recycling levy, $22 OMVIC fee, and $500 representative dealer admin fee (actual fee is set by dealers and varies, up to $500), and included in weekly payments. Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary (but may not be available in all cases). Conditions apply. In Ontario, Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is responsible for the tire recycling fee used to cover the cost of collecting and recycling end of life tires when returned by consumers. Lease example: 48-month term at 5.99% APR equals a weekly payment of $117. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, $470 security deposit, and first weekly payments due at lease inception. License, insurance, registration, options and applicable taxes are extra. Total lease obligation: $24,169. Residual value is 54%. Annual 20,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km per excess kilometre. Offers end January 2, 2026 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice.  Visit vwoffers.ca or your Volkswagen dealer for details. “Volkswagen,” the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license. © 2025 Volkswagen Canada.
  7. 21Limited time lease offer available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, based on a new and unregistered 2026 Golf GTI 2.0T GTI Autobahn base model in Kings Red Metallic (for an additional $500) with 7-speed automatic DSG® with Tiptronic® transmission having a cash selling price of $44,158.00, including $68 PPSA registration fee (including third-party registering agent fee), $2,050 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning levy, $23 tire recycling levy, $22 OMVIC fee, and $500 representative dealer admin fee (actual fee is set by dealers and varies, up to $500), and included in weekly payments. Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary (but may not be available in all cases). Conditions apply. In Ontario, Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is responsible for the tire recycling fee used to cover the cost of collecting and recycling end of life tires when returned by consumers. Lease example: 48-month term at 6.99% APR equals a weekly payment of $142. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, $570 security deposit, and first weekly payments due at lease inception. License, insurance, registration, options and applicable taxes are extra. Total lease obligation: $29,462. Residual value is 58%. Annual 16,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.15/km per excess kilometre. Offers end January 2, 2026 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice.  Visit vwoffers.ca or your Volkswagen dealer for details. “Volkswagen,” the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license. © 2025 Volkswagen Canada.
  8. 11Limited time lease offer available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, based on a new and unregistered 2026 Golf R 2.0 TSI Golf R Black base model with 7-speed automatic DSG with Tiptronic transmission having a cash selling price of $56,858.00, including $68 PPSA registration fee (including third-party registering agent fee), $2,050 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning levy, $23 tire recycling levy, $22 OMVIC fee, and $500 representative dealer admin fee (actual fee is set by dealers and varies, up to $500), and included in weekly payments. Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary (but may not be available in all cases). Conditions apply. In Ontario, Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is responsible for the tire recycling fee used to cover the cost of collecting and recycling end of life tires when returned by consumers. Lease example: 48-month term at 6.99% APR equals a weekly payment of $183. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, $730 security deposit, and first weekly payments due at lease inception. License, insurance, registration, options and applicable taxes are extra. Total lease obligation: $37,950. Residual value is 58%. Annual 16,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.15/km per excess kilometre. Offers end January 2, 2026 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice.  Visit vwoffers.ca or your Volkswagen dealer for details. “Volkswagen,” the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license. © 2025 Volkswagen Canada.
  9. ‡Limited time lease offer available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, based on a new and unregistered 2025 ID. Buzz Electric ID. Buzz 1st Edition 4MOTION base model in Candy White/Pomelo Yellow Metallic (for an additional $1,500) with single-speed transmission having a cash selling price of $81,708.00, including $68 PPSA registration fee (including third-party registering agent fee), $2,500 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning levy, $23 tire recycling levy, $22 OMVIC fee, and $500 representative dealer admin fee (actual fee is set by dealers and varies, up to $500), and included in weekly payments. Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary (but may not be available in all cases). Conditions apply. In Ontario, Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is responsible for the tire recycling fee used to cover the cost of collecting and recycling end of life tires when returned by consumers. Lease example: 48-month term at 0.00% APR equals a weekly payment of $199, after application of $6,000 credit. $3,200 down payment or equivalent trade-in, $800 security deposit, and first weekly payments due at lease inception. License, insurance, registration, options and applicable taxes are extra. Total lease obligation: $41,321. Offers end January 2, 2026 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice. 31$6,000 credit available to be applied as a discount off MSRP, before taxes, with lease (through Volkswagen Financial Services on approved credit) of new and unregistered 2025 ID. Buzz ID. Buzz 1st Edition 4MOTION models. Conditions apply.Residual value is 43%. Annual 16,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.16/km per excess kilometre. Offers end January 2, 2026 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Visit vwoffers.ca or your Volkswagen dealer for details. “Volkswagen,” the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license. © 2025 Volkswagen Canada.
  10. ^^Limited time lease offer available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, based on a new and unregistered 2026 Tiguan 2.0 T Highline R-Line base model with 8-Speed Automatic transmission having a cash selling price of $51,908.00, including $68 PPSA registration fee (including third-party registering agent fee), $2,200 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning levy, $23 tire recycling levy, $22 OMVIC fee, and $500 representative dealer admin fee (actual fee is set by dealers and varies, up to $500), and included in weekly payments. Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary (but may not be available in all cases). Conditions apply. In Ontario, Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is responsible for the tire recycling fee used to cover the cost of collecting and recycling end of life tires when returned by consumers. Lease example: 48-month term at 3.99% APR equals a weekly payment of $149. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, $590 security deposit, and first weekly payments due at lease inception. License, insurance, registration, options and applicable taxes are extra. Total lease obligation: $30,841. Residual value is 56%. Annual 20,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km per excess kilometre. Offers end January 2, 2026 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Visit vwoffers.ca or your Volkswagen dealer for details. “Volkswagen,” the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license. © 2025 Volkswagen Canada.
  11. ^^^Limited time lease offer available through Volkswagen Financial Services, on approved credit, based on a new and unregistered 2026 Atlas 2.0T Execline base model with 8-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® 4MOTION® transmission having a cash selling price of $64,558.00, including $68 PPSA registration fee (including third-party registering agent fee), $2,250 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning levy, $23 tire recycling levy, $22 OMVIC fee, and $500 representative dealer admin fee (actual fee is set by dealers and varies, up to $500), and included in weekly payments. Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary (but may not be available in all cases). Conditions apply. In Ontario, Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is responsible for the tire recycling fee used to cover the cost of collecting and recycling end of life tires when returned by consumers. Lease example: 48-month term at 5.99% APR equals a weekly payment of $218. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, $870 security deposit, and first weekly payments due at lease inception. License, insurance, registration, options and applicable taxes are extra. Total lease obligation: $45,313. Residual value is 50%. Annual 20,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km per excess kilometre. Offers end January 2, 2026 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Visit vwoffers.ca or your Volkswagen dealer for details. “Volkswagen,” the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license. © 2025 Volkswagen Canada.