# Ultrafast Hatchbacks New Volkswagen Golf R20 is Small But Speedy By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-09-22 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golf-r20 References: [topgear](http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/volkswagen-golf-r-2009-09-15) & [nextautos](http://www.nextautos.com/hotter-hatch-volkswagen-golf-r20-details-hit-web-before-frankfurt-debut) [Volkswagen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-golf-gti) likes to make fast functional cars and, with the premiere of their Golf R20, they are keeping up with that trend. Visually speaking, it looks a lot like other Volkswagen cars, however, under the hood it is a completely different car. According to Topgear.com the Golf R20 has a 266bhp 2.0 litre turbo engine that will “propel the four-wheel-drive Golf to 62mph in 5.5 seconds if you spec the DSG transmission, or 0.2 seconds slower if you’d prefer a [manual box](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venom-f5m).” Meanwhile the exterior features LED running light, and new front and rear bumpers. The Golf R20 will be an [exclusive sell at first](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpine-a110-r-ultime), so don’t expect to see too many on the road just yet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Ultrafast Hatchbacks:** The trend of producing high-performance, sporty hatchbacks is growing, with potential for innovation in advanced engine technology and aerodynamic design. - **Turbocharged Engines:** Automakers are equipping their cars with powerful turbo engines to achieve high performance while enhancing fuel efficiency, providing opportunities for innovation in engine technology. - **LED Lighting:** LED lighting in cars is becoming increasingly popular, with room for innovation in energy-efficient lighting technology and integration with other smart features. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry is seeing a shift towards producing more high-performance hatchbacks, creating opportunities for innovation in engine technology, design, and manufacturing processes. - **Lighting Industry:** As LED lighting becomes more popular in the automotive industry, there is potential for innovation in the development of energy-efficient lighting systems specifically tailored for use in cars. - **Technology Industry:** Advancements in engine technology, aerodynamics, and smart features in cars create opportunities for companies in the technology industry to partner with automakers in the development of innovative new products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Automatic Transmission Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-golf-gti.md) - [Sporty All-Electric Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-idx-performance.md) - [Rally-Ready Subcompact Vehicle Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-gr-yaris-aero-performance.md) - [Charged Electric Hatchbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r5-turbo.md) - [Rally-Inspired Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gr-corolla.md) - [Consumer-Grade Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-civic-type-r.md) - [Sporty Fully-Electric Vehicle Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abarth-500e.md) - [Electric Five-Door Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fivedoor-cars.md) - [Sporty Contrasting SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-rav4-gr-sport.md)