IllustrativeThe Volkswagen Golf GTI / R Is the 2026 MotorTrend Car of the Year
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The 2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R have been named the 2026 MotorTrend Car of the Year. The vehicles have also been included in Car and Driver's "10Best" list for 2026. Reviews and comparisons of the Golf GTI and Golf R are being published by various outlets, with some pitting them against other models, such as the Acura Integra.
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