2024 Volkswagen Golf R specs & colors
4dr Car
Key specs
Color options
Interior
Graphite
Packages
$350
Starting MSRP
- In place of stock wheels
- Wheels: 19" Metallic Gray Painted Multi-Spke Alloy
$110
Starting MSRP
- First Aid Kit Basic first aid kit for addressing minor injuries
- Roadside Assistance Kit
- booster cables
Specifications
| EPA Classification | Midsize Cars |
| Front Wheel Size | 19 X 8 in |
| Rear Wheel Size | 19 X 8 in |
| Spare Wheel Size | N/A in |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Spare Wheel Material | N/A |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | 540 |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | 140 |
| Engine Type | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
| Displacement | 2.0 L/121 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 315 @ 5900 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 280 @ 1900 |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | 28 MPG |
| Cruising Range - City | 290.00 mi |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | 20 MPG |
| Fuel Economy Est-Combined | 23 MPG |
| Cruising Range - Hwy | 406.00 mi |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - City | N/A |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy | N/A |
| Estimated Battery Range | N/A mi |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 6 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual w/OD |
| Trans Description Cont. Again | N/A |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 3.36 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.09 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.48 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.09 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.10 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.91 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 2.43 |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.27 |
| Suspension Type - Front | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Multi-Link |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Multi-Link |
| Brake Type | 4-Wheel Disc |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) | N/A |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 14.1 in |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 12.2 in |
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) | N/A |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | 14.5 gal |
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | N/A gal |
| Steering Type | Rack-Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | N/A |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | N/A |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | 39.3 ft |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | N/A ft |
| Front Tire Size | P235/35YR19 |
| Rear Tire Size | P235/35YR19 |
| Spare Tire Size | N/A |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
| Base Curb Weight | 3397 lbs |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Passenger Volume | 91.9 ft³ |
| Front Head Room | 38.5 in |
| Front Leg Room | 41.2 in |
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.9 in |
| Front Hip Room | 53.4 in |
| Second Head Room | 38.1 in |
| Second Leg Room | 35 in |
| Second Shoulder Room | 53.9 in |
| Second Hip Room | 46.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in |
| Length, Overall | 168.9 in |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors | 70.4 in |
| Height, Overall | 57.7 in |
| Track Width, Front | 60.7 in |
| Track Width, Rear | 59.7 in |
| Min Ground Clearance | 4.7 in |
| Liftover Height | N/A in |
| Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up | 19.9 ft³ |
| Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down | 34.5 ft³ |
| Trunk Volume | N/A ft³ |
| Audio Theft Deterrent | Standard |
| Integrated Roof Diversity Antenna | Standard |
| Radio: MIB3 Discover Pro AM/FM/HD -inc: 10" touchscreen navigation, WMA/MP3/FLAC player w/USB-C, voice control, harman kardon premium sound system w/9 speakers, subwoofer in cargo area and 480W, 12-channel amplifier, Bluetooth connectivity (for compatible devices), SiriusXM w/360L (w/3-month free trial subscription; 360L services require acceptance of Car-Net terms), capability for in-vehicle 4G LTE enabled Wi-Fi (cellular data plan required; includes limited trial), capability for VW Car-Net services (capabilities for certain services vary; requires enrollment or subscription), App-Connect smartphone integration (w/Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink) via USB and wireless App-Connect smartphone integration (for compatible devices) w/multi-phone pairing capability All VW Car-Net services subject to terms & limitations. Some services, which include emergency assistance services, require a paid subscription. See dealer or vw.com/carnet for details. | Standard |
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System | Standard |
| 2 LCD Monitors In The Front | Standard |
| Siriusxm Traffic Real-Time Traffic Display | Standard |
| Body-Colored Door Handles | Standard |
| Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim | Standard |
| Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets | Standard |
| Wheels: 19" 2-Tone Machined Alloy (STD) | Standard |
| Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent | Standard |
| Metal-Look Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator | Standard |
| Headlights-Automatic Highbeams | Standard |
| Liftgate Rear Cargo Access | Standard |
| Tire Mobility Kit | Standard |
| Wing Spoiler | Standard |
| Perimeter/Approach Lights | Standard |
| Cornering Lights | Standard |
| LED Brakelights | Standard |
| Front Fog Lamps | Standard |
| Tires: 19" Summer Performance | Standard |
| Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks | Standard |
| Light Tinted Glass | Standard |
| Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off | Standard |
| Rocker Panel Extensions | Standard |
| Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade | Standard |
| Black Grille | Standard |
| Fully Galvanized Steel Panels | Standard |
| Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Black Bumper Insert | Standard |
| Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster | Standard |
| HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts | Standard |
| 2 12V DC Power Outlets | Standard |
| Leather/Aluminum Gear Shifter Material | Standard |
| Valet Function | Standard |
| Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Carbon Fiber Instrument Panel Insert, Simulated Carbon Fiber Door Panel Insert, Simulated Carbon Fiber Console Insert and Chrome Interior Accents | Standard |
| Rear Cupholder | Standard |
| Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | Standard |
| Rigid Cargo Cover | Standard |
| Adaptive | Standard |
| 6-Way Passenger Seat | Standard |
| Immobilizer | Standard |
| Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start | Standard |
| Leatherette Door Trim Insert | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard |
| 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Heated Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat | Standard |
| Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature | Standard |
| Driver Information Center | Standard |
| Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls | Standard |
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button | Standard |
| 8-Way Driver Seat | Standard |
| Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit | Standard |
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination | Standard |
| Redundant Digital Speedometer | Standard |
| Seats w/Leatherette Back Material | Standard |
| Memory Settings -inc: Door Mirrors | Standard |
| Carpet Floor Trim | Standard |
| Front And Rear Map Lights | Standard |
| Front Cupholder | Standard |
| Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Pass-Thru | Standard |
| Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats | Standard |
| Full Cloth Headliner | Standard |
| Head-Up Display | Standard |
| FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access | Standard |
| 2 Seatback Storage Pockets | Standard |
| Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins | Standard |
| Sport Heated Leather Steering Wheel | Standard |
| VW Car-Net Safe & Secure 5-year Tracker System | Standard |
| Perforated Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces | Standard |
| Compass | Standard |
| Digital/Analog Appearance | Standard |
| Outside Temp Gauge | Standard |
| Illuminated Glove Box | Standard |
| Perimeter Alarm | Standard |
| Power Fuel Flap Locking Type | Standard |
| Cargo Space Lights | Standard |
| Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting | Standard |
| Driver Foot Rest | Standard |
| Air Filtration | Standard |
| Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down | Standard |
| Fixed Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints | Standard |
| Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | Standard |
| Remote Releases -Inc: Power Fuel | Standard |
| Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning | Standard |
| Heated & Actively Ventilated Front Top Sport Seats -inc: integrated head restraints, power adjustable driver's seat (including power lumbar support) w/3-position memory function and manually adjustable front passenger seat (including manual lumbar support) plus power recline | Standard |
| Power Rear Windows | Standard |
| Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | Standard |
| Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Turbo/Supercharger Boost, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer | Standard |
| Cargo Area Concealed Storage | Standard |
| Transmission: 6-Speed Manual | Standard |
| 60-Amp/Hr 540CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection | Standard |
| Electro-Mechanical Limited Slip Differential | Standard |
| Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| Automatic w/Driver Control Ride Control Sport Tuned Adaptive Suspension | Standard |
| 14.5 Gal. Fuel Tank | Standard |
| 140 Amp Alternator | Standard |
| Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars | Standard |
| Full-Time All-Wheel | Standard |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| Engine Oil Cooler | Standard |
| Engine: 2.0L TSI DOHC 16V Turbocharged 4-Cylinder -inc: direct fuel injection | Standard |
| Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering | Standard |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake | Standard |
| Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | Standard |
| 3.27 Axle Ratio | Standard |
| Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher | Standard |
| Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) Lane Keeping Assist | Standard |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Standard |
| Travel Assist (semi-automated driving assistance) | Standard |
| Collision Mitigation-Rear | Standard |
| Back-Up Camera | Standard |
| ABS And Driveline Traction Control | Standard |
| Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
| Park Distance Control w/Park Assist Automated Parking Sensors | Standard |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard |
| Side Curtain Protection Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags | Standard |
| Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking) | Standard |
| Restricted Driving Mode | Standard |
| Rear Child Safety Locks | Standard |
| Collision Mitigation-Front | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard |
| Active Side Assist Blind Spot | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags | Standard |
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