The fascinating story behind VW's VR6 engine, an accidental masterpiece that revolutionized the industry with its unique design and incredible sound.

I know a common saying in the car community is "you should never take on someone else's project." But what if that someone's project is a midengine roadster kit car powered by a Volkswagen Jetta VR6 ...

I still remember my first experience with a Volkswagen VR6 engine. My brother had a Mk3 VW GTI with a 2.8-liter VR6 and five-speed manual. It was quicker than my E36 BMW 328i, with its own 2.8-liter ...

The Passat was first fitted with the VR6 engine in Europe for 1991. Here in the US, we'd get the VR6-equipped GLX starting ...

Still in production today, the 30-year-old VR6 is one of the most innovative engine designs of all time. During its lifespan, it powered a huge list of VW Group vehicles, including the van-based VW ...

I don't remember much of what happens in day-to-day life, or rather, I choose not to.In retrospect, however, I do remember every car I've owned, their specifications, modifications and the interaction ...

Anything that lasts several decades in the automotive world is an impressive accomplishment, but not everything can last forever. 2024 saw the true end of production for the Volkswagen VR6 engine that ...

The Volkswagen VR6 engine has been used in the VW Golf GTI, Passat, Phaeton, Touareg, Beetle, and many of the golf ...

With VW's financial struggles and the switch to turbo four-cylinders, the death of the VR6 isn't a big surprise. The VR6 has appeared in many memorable VW models, from the sporty Corrado to the exotic ...

We look at one man’s quest to achieve the perfect look and stance for his ’93 VW Golf VR6. In our eternal quest to bring you the finest Euros from around the world, we’ve been looking in depth at the ...

This 2003 Volkswagen GTI VR6 24v is a classic example of early-2000s German engineering located in Centreville, Virginia. It features the sought-after 2.8L VR6 engine paired with a 6-speed manual ...