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2008 Volkswagen R32 consumer reviews

$32,990 starting MSRP
side view of 2008 R32 Volkswagen
(40 reviews)
85% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.3
  • Value 4.1
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 4.2
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Fun little car

I bought my candy white one used in Atlanta drove it back to Pittsburgh . I fell in love with the car after 10 miles it felt like I owned it for 10 years. Very utilitarian car and fun as well . I actually get around 27 to 28 on a trip at 70 mph . It has it all , power , luxury, handling and blends in with traffic . The vr6 exhaust note is music . I would buy another.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Very quick and fun car

Great car for getting around town in, or for tearing up mountain roads. The AWD gives loads of traction and the Engine is amazing, lots of power and just a fantastic sound. Hatchback design means there is lots of room for stuff and it is overall very useful.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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2008 vwR32 excellent shape

If you want to buy a vw R32 don’t hesitate to do it. Being 12 years old car you expect all kinds of issues but no, engine runs great, DSG transmission runs great. All together a well build car. Downside headliner material is coming apart a common issue with vw in general.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Fast and Practical

I love it, It goes fast and it hauls all the things i need it too, AWD is nice and the V6 Sounds amazing even with the stock exhuast

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Solid ride

Fun in Summer, fun in winter. This will put a smile on you face all year. Super safe, fun and reliable. Build in Germany, solid. All options. Only ding is no Bluetooth.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most fun car I have owned!

This car is comfortable and fun to drive. The paint is so nice it still looks brand new. It has power and feels well built.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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What a blast to drive, reliable!

Super fun to drive, easy to maintain, really reliable vehicle. I purchased this for my daily driver and don't regret it one bit. More fun to drive than my focus RS in traffic.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Ive never had more fun with a vehicle

Ive never been more impressed with a vehicles performance, handling especially in wisconsin winters, and the MPG. Its breaks my heart to be selling this car but i need something with 4 doors. I currently get 25.6 mpg hwy and 20 city which is more then what its rated. The DSG transmission shifts so quick you cant even feel it, and dont even get me started on how fun the launch assist is with awd. The only knock on it i would have is that it doesn't have power seats, and a few small things have gone wrong, although the car is 10 years old with 100k miles on it.overall i would give the car a 4.9 out of 5 and would gladly buy a new golf r if they weren't so expensive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

Very reliable and fun car to drive. I love the 4motion characteristic of this car especial during winter with the snow.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most fun car

Plenty of power. Fantastic AWD, better tha my Jeep in snow. Excellent handling in any condition. Best fitting front seats around. Excellent interior. One of the best transmissions I have ever owned

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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