
All of this is channelled to all four corners courses of seven-speed S-tronic transmission. On the outside, however, is a more civilised compact hatchback that offers a sporty and aggressive appearance for prospective buyers.Ĭompared to its Volkswagen peer, its 2,0-litre turbocharged engine only delivers 228kW of power and 400N.m of torque. Underneath the Audi S3 are underpinnings that are identical to the aforementioned Golf R. Our guess is that the full-fat R model may be priced within a million rand, although this is without any specification and based on our speculation, will make it more expensive than Toyota’s offering. The jury is still out on pricing for the R, however, the starting price of its smaller sibling the GTI is R727 500. The 235kW of power and 400N.m of torque produced by the Golf 8 R’s engine delivered to all wheels make it a great option for those who want a powerful and stylish hot hatch which bears the locally loved vrrpha soundtrack to accompany it. With a sporty and aggressive design, the Golf 8 R has a unique front grille, rear spoiler, and quad exhaust tips that make it stand out on the road. The Volkswagen Golf 8 R is another highly-regarded model in the hot hatch market, one that seems to dominate the limelight locally. With a starting price of R777 122, the Renault also offers excellent value for money, while being the less common of the bunch. Photo: Renaultĭespite this impressive tech, only the front wheels are powered by the French mill, however, it can still sprint to 100km/h in only 5.8 seconds, making the Megane RS 280 Cup a great option for those who want a practical and powerful daily driver. It also has a sport-tuned suspension and four-wheel steering that makes it incredibly agile and easy to handle.

This hot hatch has a 1.8-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine that delivers 205kW of power and 390N.m of torque.


Next, we have the Renault Megane RS 280 Cup.
