Will buyers take the stick for the Volkswagen Golf R?
About 40 percent of R buyers are expected to take the stick. They will be happy. The Golf R exists because of MQB, one big platform family that lets VW spread components far and wide over its various brands.
How much would you pay for a Volkswagen Golf R?
Histrionics aside, nobody who has been paying attention will be at all surprised by our $39,910 Golf R. Volkswagen has been working up to this, er, achievement for some time, first with the Golf VR6, then the V6 4MOTION, then the R32.
What kind of engine does the 2017 Golf R have?
While the first ever Golf R had a naturally aspirated 3.2-liter V6 engine, the 2017 R has a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline unit with almost 300 hp under the hood. It is mated either with a 6-spee...
What kind of car is a Volkswagen Golf R?
The Golf R reached its fifth generation and all offered sports car performances, with all-wheel-drive traction and aggressive look. Volkswagen was considered the inventor of the hot-hatch category when it introduced the first generation of the Golf GTI.
How many Golf R are made?
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Is the VW Golf R rare?
MK7 Golf R is a rare breed in USA.
How many Golf R sold in UK?
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Are Golf R Sold in US?
Highs Refined turbocharged engine, joyful handling, practical hatchback body. Lows Steep starting price, fussy capacitive touch controls, the even more practical wagon version won't be sold in the U.S.
What is the rarest Volkswagen?
With a limited run of only 200 road-going cars, the XL1 is one of the rarest VW's ever built.
What is a Golf R Spektrum?
Two years ago, VW announced that it would send off the 2019 Golf R with a custom-order paint program. Dubbed (so to speak) "Spektrum," it gave American Golf R shoppers access to Volkswagen's expansive list of custom finish options.
Is Golf R fast?
The top speed of the 2022 Golf R is slightly higher than the 2019 Golf R. The 2022 Golf R can go up 155 mph, while the 2019 Golf R tops out at 153 mph.
Is the Golf R quick?
Volkswagen claims the Golf R can get to 62mph in just 4.7 seconds, but they're fibbing. It's faster than that. We tested it and managed to cover the 0-60mph sprint in a hair over 4.0 seconds. The 50-70mph acceleration, which is the sort you use when overtaking slower vehicles, is similarly eye-opening.
Are Golf R good cars?
The Volkswagen Golf R is pretty much all you could ever want in a car. It's blisteringly quick, very well made, has lots of kit and is very discreet. Thanks to its 2.0-litre engine, it can also be reasonably frugal, plus you get the security and efficiency of part-time four-wheel drive.
How long does a Golf R last?
Volkswagen cars typically last 100,000 to 150,000 miles or more if serviced and well maintained.
Is VW killing the Golf?
While the company sold 68,978 units as recently as 2017, sales have dropped every year since then. In 2020, Volkswagen only sold 25,693 Golfs in America and even pre-pandemic sales registered just 37,393 units in 2019.
Where is the Golf R built?
GermanyThe Golf R and e-Golf are the only Golf models available in North America that was produced in Germany. Other Golf models for the North American market are produced by Volkswagen de México in Puebla, Mexico.
Driving Character
Throw on the lock, lift off the gas. You feel the tail slew 'round, but you must fight the temptation to unwind the lock. "More lock, more gas!" shouts our racing instructor. So you keep your foot pinned and feed in even more steering angle. That's no chore thanks to the new car's short-geared 'progressive steering' rack.
Favorite Details
That combo of fully killable stability control and new faster-acting Haldex differential (though how much hoonage that'll actually offer on grippy bone-dry summer pavement remains to be seen).
Biggest Gripe
Front-drive Mk7 Golfs for the US, including the GTI, will be built here this spring as well as in Mexico. But the 4Motion cars still have to come from Germany. It looks like US customers are a low priority, because it's going to take a whole year for the R to make it across the Atlantic. You know, they really ought to invest in a faster boat.
Bottom Line
In the absence of the Euro-only Scirocco in VW's US lineup, you could conclude that the Golf R looks tediously dull for what's supposed to be Wolfsburg's performance flagship. But if you dig the whole sleeper schtick, then you'll love it.
How fast is the 2015 VW Golf R?
The Golf R is capable of 0-60 mph acceleration of just 4.5 seconds and a limited top speed of 155 mph. And on top of this impressive performance is that fuel economy is improved, DSG models are rated at 23 mpg city/30 highway, while the 6-speed manual posts 23/31 mpg.
What is the nose on a VW Golf R?
The VW Golf R’s looks back up its performance credentials. The nose has a more muscular and aggressive look thanks to a large chin spoiler and a large lower opening flanked by additional inlets and driving lights. The standard Bi-xenon headlamps boast LED daytime running lights, the lightweight alloy wheels have a distinct pattern, while the rear of the vehicle is fitted with a spoiler, diffuser and chromed quad exhaust tips. Inside, the racy looks are carried over with aggressively bolstered sport seats trimmed in leather, a squared-off sport steering wheel and R-specific instrumentation.
