But for APR, that's just a solid canvas to start from. Their Stage III+ "Gonzo" package leverages the VW's stout drivetrain, well-balanced chassis and all-wheel drive grip to take the Golf R's ...

Matt Farah tests the APR Stage 3+ 'Gonzo' Golf R which has enough power to make supercars nervous.

APR took VW’s 292 horsepower, all-wheel-drive variant of the Golf hatchback and cranked the dial up three notches, adding its top-tier Stage 3 engine upgrade to the Golf R’s 2.0-liter, four ...

If you own a 1.8 TSI-powered Volkswagen Jetta, Beetle or Passat, then this APR ECU upgrade for the EA888 Gen 3 motor is just what the horsepower doctor ordered.