Germany: The Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 has set a new lap record at the Nürburgring Nordschleife.
Professional racing driver Benny Leuchter achieved a lap time of 07:46.13 minutes, making it the fastest road-legal VW on the track. This special edition GTI is the most capable front-wheel-drive Volkswagen on the iconic 20.8-kilometer track.
The Golf GTI Edition 50 is set to debut globally on June 20, 2025, during the 24-hour race weekend at the Nürburgring. Customer deliveries are expected to begin in 2026.
The record-setting GTI was equipped with an optional performance package, including a specially developed performance chassis, 19-inch Bridgestone Potenza Race semi-slick tires, and lightweight forged wheels. The Edition 50 is expected to be the most powerful production GTI to date.