VR550T GOLF R
VR550T GOLF R
A NEW ERA of Turbo VR6 Performance
The Ultimate Golf R - Reimagined by HPA
MK7.5 Golf R | 2.5L VR6 Turbo | Available in DSG & 6-Speed Manual
In pursuit of OEM fit and finish, the HPA VR550T showcases the precision and attention to detail we are known worldwide for. Our goal is to deliver each car as if it rolled out of the Wolfsburg factory. No need to compromise with this daily driver, take the car for a cross-country road trip, enjoy a weekend track day, and have the peace of mind to throw the keys to anyone without sweating the details.
Supercar Performance. Factory Refinement.
Powered by a German-built VW 2.5L (DDKA) VR6 Turbo, the HPA VR550T delivers unmatched power across the entire powerband. Custom HPA tuning ensures a smooth, predictable transition on and off the power, delivering massive torque when you want it with flawless OEM-level drivability.
Base Car required:
2018-2019 VW Golf R customer supplied or HPA sourced.
- German-built VW 2.5L (DDKA) VR6 Turbo (brand new / 0 miles)
- 550 HP / 550 FT-LBS on 93 Octane pump gas
- Custom Upgraded HGP Hybrid Turbo
- HPA tri-flow cams
- Custom built head with upgraded valvetrain
- HPA Velocity Intake
- HPA High Flow Downpipe
- HPA 76mm Valved Exhaust
- OEM MPI Fuel rail upgrade
- Upgraded low pressure fueling system with integrated OE controller
- HPA Performance Series Direct Fit Intercooler
- CNC adaptation of DQ381 Gearbox
- Upgraded DQ381 DSG with upgraded Clutch Packs
- Custom Remapping of OEM ECU retaining OEM safeties and drivability
- Full UDS canbus integration
A Special Edition Worthy of Wolfsburg.
The HPA VR550T is a true wolf in sheep's clothing. It is engineered to be a sophisticated sleeper on the road, where only the iconic, throatier exhaust note of the VR6 engine and subtle styling cues betray its supercar-slaying capabilities. From the serialized interior build plate to custom exterior badging, every detail is a quiet nod to its factory-level exclusivity and elite German heritage.
Standard Special Edition Enhancements
- Engine Bay: Custom VR550T Carbon Fiber Engine Cover
- Exterior Badging: Discreet VR550T Rear Emblem, VR Grille Badge, and HPA Fender Emblems
- Interior Cabin: Serialized VR550T build number nameplate
Optional Bespoke Upgrades
- Custom Cockpit: Tailored interior upholstery featuring your choice of premium fabrics, materials, and custom VR550T embroidery
- Seating: Recaro Sportster CS performance seats
- Suspension: KW V4 Clubsport Coilover system
- Braking: HPA Big Brake Kit (6-piston front / 4-piston rear with an integrated electronic parking brake)
- Stance: Custom high-performance wheel and tire packages
These options represent only the baseline. HPA Motorsports works directly with each client to accommodate fully bespoke requests and custom upgrades, ensuring every VR550T is tailored precisely to the owner's vision.
Transformation packages begin at $49,000 USD, covering all labor required to convert a donor MK7.5 Golf R into a serialized, limited-edition 1-of-50 VR550T.
Customer Spotlight
From Vision To Tarmac
Join HPA founder Marcel as he breaks down the VR550T program and walks through the bespoke, high-performance options Rob chose for his personal build.
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Production spaces for the Special Edition VR550T are strictly limited. Contact our engineering team today to discuss your bespoke spec.