Volkswagen Golf TCR performance summary
The 2026 Volkswagen Golf TCR makes 290 hp and 370 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 5.6s, about 5.3s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 13.57s.
On Carspeed's data it is brisk — quicker off the line than 65% of the cars in our database, with more power than 52% of them and a higher top speed than 68%. That works out to roughly 138 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Volkswagen Golf TCR ranks against 1,483 cars
Volkswagen Golf TCR vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf TCR | 290 | 5.6s | 250 km/h | 13.57s |
| Volkswagen Arteon 280 TSI | 280 | 5.6s | 250 km/h | 13.57s |
| Acura TLX PMC Edition | 290 | 5.7s | 250 km/h | 13.67s |
| Acura TLX A-Spec | 290 | 5.7s | 250 km/h | 13.67s |
| Acura TLX A-Spec Sedan | 290 | 5.7s | 250 km/h | 13.67s |
| Acura TLX 3.5l V6 | 290 | 5.7s | 250 km/h | 13.67s |
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Volkswagen Golf TCR FAQ
What is the Volkswagen Golf TCR 0-60 mph time?
The Volkswagen Golf TCR does 0-60 mph in about 5.3s, based on its 5.6s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Golf TCR?
The listed top speed is 155 mph, or 250 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Golf TCR have?
The Volkswagen Golf TCR is listed at 290 hp with 370 Nm of torque.
What is the Volkswagen Golf TCR quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Volkswagen Golf TCR quarter-mile at 13.57s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Volkswagen Golf TCR?
Similar performance rivals include Volkswagen Arteon 280 TSI, Acura TLX PMC Edition, Acura TLX A-Spec.