5 to the generation number: Mk8.5 in this case ... You can get the Golf R in only three exterior colors: Lapiz Blue Metallic, Pure White and Mythos Black Metallic. There is also a new Black ...

However, the VW Golf is not as forgiving of poor maintenance as some of its Japanese rivals. The Mk8 has several competitors including the Honda Civic Type R, Chevrolet Cobalt SS, BMW 128ti ...

The Golf’s long ... with the mid-life Mk8.5 update, bringing new powertrains, a refreshed design and updated interior controls to the table. As before, hot GTI and R variants are on the menu ...