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2016 Volkswagen Golf R
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- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2016 Volkswagen Golf R 2.0T DSG
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Patrick was friendly and knowledgeable.
Patrick was friendly and knowledgeable. He helped me get what I needed and for the right price. He was not pushy either, something important to me. Thank you.
Fantastic all-around hot hatch
I have owned this 2016 Golf R manual since December, 2015. My previous car was a 2008 Mazdaspeed 3, a great hot hatch in it's own right. Right away I knew I had to tune the Golf R to make it feel faster than the Speed 3. APR Stage 1 accomplished that in spades. Not satisfied, I went Stage 2 which made the car absolutely bonkers (I did have to upgrade the clutch to a Southbend Stage 3 racing clutch). I have had three years on the Stage 2 and have had zero problems with it. Unrelated issues have included rear differential oil leak, window switch modulation, and misfiring due to bad plugs and coils. All except the latter were fixed under warranty. There is also a problem with the backlighting of the speedo/tach/fuel/coolant temp gauge that hasn't been fixed but other displays are fine. The car at just under 54K miles remains a blast to drive and very easy to live with.






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2016 Volkswagen Golf R 4-Door w/DCC & Navigation
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Highly recommend
Definitely the best used car company around - highly recommended! I came here since they happened to have a specific car I was interested in and was amazed at the excellent service and low pressure sales. Zeke was wonderful to work with; he handled everything independently and it was great to not get the run around with multiple managers and sales people. He got me a fair price for my trade in and when the car I bought had a few mechanical issues (100k+ mi so not unexpected) he went above and beyond to figure out the issues and get me safely on the road. Next time I'm back in the market for a car I will definitely be contacting Auto Quest.
The best hatchback to modify with less cost.
I love it because I can make it go 500bhp and 0-60 in 3.51 S. Which is fast !!! and also looks amazing and all I need to enjoy life.






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Very reliable, fun to drive, powerful
It is a model of the modern hatchback, with comfort, practicality, fun to drive, easy to maintain, and with all the fundamental bells and whistles. And with the AWD it performs flawlessly in the snow.






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2016 Volkswagen Golf R 2.0T DSG
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Auto Paddock is a breath of fresh air in the car-shopping
Auto Paddock is a breath of fresh air in the car-shopping space. It's casual, relaxed and personal -- very much like dealing with a private-party -- but it has the inventory, information and facilities of a dealership, all without any pressure or sales xx. Some big plusses of Auto Paddock: * very cool, knowledgeable, straightforward owners * nice inventory with many rarer-spec, enthusiast cars * reasonable prices better than the competition for similar models * low-stress vibe Since they're local to me, I visited them 3 times as I was considering a 911 they had for sale. Initially, the car wasn't ready because they had just gotten it in. The tires were too worn to do a proper test-drive but Sheldon (one of the owners) was completely accommodating and let me check it out on the lot. He also went over the things they found during intake of the car and outlined the maintenance they planned to perform to bring it up to spec. When it was ready, Sheldon let me test-drive the car on two different occasions because he wanted to have the PDK recalibrated (shifting was a little wonky on the first drive). He never displayed any pushiness or expectations, even letting me test-drive alone which allowed me to get a good feel for the car. It was almost like being with a fellow enthusiast at Cars and Coffee that was planning to sell their car and we were just hanging out trying to determine if this was the right fit. I really loved the car and was very close to buying it. But during the time it was receiving PDK recalibration, another 911 came along of a similar spec but rarer color combo with lower mileage. So I ultimately bought that one instead. But because of the excellent experience I had with Sheldon, I was torn and it was difficult to pass on their 911. I would highly recommend Auto Paddock. Sheldon and Tony (F & I person) were excellent to deal with. And although I didn't end up buying their 911, I wouldn't hesitate to buy from them in the future, perhaps on a trade or maybe if they get in an F80 M3 that I like. Go check them out because they're awesome and have really differentiated themselves in the car-buying space.
This is such a luxurious and sporty car
This car is extremely well made and there is so much attention to detail. A quality and luxurious sports car that can is subtle and fun!






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2016 Volkswagen Golf R 2.0T DSG
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Awesome buying experience!
Awesome buying experience! Included shipping and financing, everything went without a hitch. Thank you so much for a great deal!
Excellent do everything vehicle
Met all of my needs for the time I've had it. Purchased as a fun vehicle for commuting that had a good balance of safety, speed, and mileage. AWD traction was always fantastic and put the power down well even when running stage 2 software from IE. The DSG is very well suited to the vehicles nature after tuning. Selling car now and replacing with a 2002 Audi S6 Avant for more room for dogs and to get out of car payment.






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Gus was amazing and helped us get into a reliable vehicle
Gus was amazing and helped us get into a reliable vehicle in our price range! Thanks so much for not giving up on us!






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2016 Volkswagen Golf R 2.0T DSG
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Dealership made things easy and im really happy with my
Dealership made things easy and im really happy with my purchase. easy deal and the team was very helpful. i worked with Tommy and he was patient with me while i was waiting for my insurance check to clear






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2016 Volkswagen Golf R 2.0T DSG
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Very good experience!
Very good experience! They’re nice and patient, very good service and they’re easy to call if you have any question/issue. I’m very satisfied of my car, so I highly recommend.






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2016 Volkswagen Golf R 4-Door
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Stopped by to test drive a Jetta with no real plans to
Stopped by to test drive a Jetta with no real plans to purchase one at the time. I was on the hunt for a car but didn’t think I’d find something I liked there that was in my price range. I really thought I was just killing some time before an appointment. Hunter sat me down and found out which features I was looking for, then put me in an SE that had everything I wanted and more, and was still affordable for me!! He was absolutely wonderful to work with, very responsive, and worked with my schedule. I was a little bit of a pain in the butt honestly, with wanting to move scheduling things around and make changes to how I did my financing, and he was so patient, flexible, and helpful the whole time. I love that they offer a lifetime powertrain warranty on new vehicles, and the atmosphere was not pushy or sales-y at all. Would highly recommend this place to anyone in the market for a new car!






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2016 Volkswagen Golf R 4-Door w/DCC & Navigation
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Nice to talk with.
Nice to talk with. Unfortunately couldn't be where I have to for my trade allowance. In fact it was quite honestly ridiculously low.






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They were great and so was the car.
They were great and so was the car. Klutch Motors were honest and let me drive the car as much as I want before buying






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2016 Volkswagen Golf R 4-Door
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I reached out concerning a vehicle listed on the website
I reached out concerning a vehicle listed on the website and they promptly answered my questions. We set up a test drive and they had the vehicle ready to roll! I loved it and we were able to move forward quickly with the trade in of my vehicle and purchase of the new one. Everyone we met was friendly and straightforward. There was a follow up email sent a few days after the purchase They were thorough, polite, and knowledgeable. Made the process easy!






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Simply the best
If only more businesses were like Cupples! My mom and I were shopping for a car for her. She doesn’t like new technology so we were looking for an older model in great condition. Ross had several to choose from and we took a few out. My mom decided on a 2012 RAV 4. Since bringing it home there have been a few tiny glitches but Ross and his terrific assistant, Connor sorted them out, even coming to pick up the car so my mom wouldn’t have to worry. In fact, the selection of vehicles that Cupples had was so good I shipped one back west when I went home - Ross organized that too. It’s obvious that Ross and Connor take pride in the business and my mother and I feel very lucky to have stumbled upon what must surely be one of the best used car dealerships in New England.






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No hassles.
No hassles. Sales and finance dept were courteous, professional and knowledgeable. Definitely would come back again. Car buying should be this easy for everyone. Thanks to all!






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2016 Volkswagen Golf R 4-Door w/DCC & Navigation
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2016 Volkswagen Golf R 2.0T DSG
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great experience, everyone was so nice and they helped me
great experience, everyone was so nice and they helped me get a good deal 10/10 recommend






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Best car purchase I have ever had
I recently bought a new 2022 Tiguan. Best SUV I could have ever purchased. it was great right when i walked into the show room with my trade and buying my new car. it was an easy smooth process from John the salesman and Eddie from finance made everything easy to understand and drive off with my new car.






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I always feel confident that I will receive professional
I always feel confident that I will receive professional and competent service at Lynne’s Subaru. Special thanks to Aryana for her consistently friendly and able attention.






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2016 Volkswagen Golf R 4-Door w/DCC & Navigation
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Roselyn was very insightful and upfront.
Roselyn was very insightful and upfront. I appreciated her service! This kind of care definitely leaves no doubt that I?m in good hands here.
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Volkswagen Golf R prices by year
Model year | Average price | Deals |
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2025 Volkswagen Golf R | $52,907 | 9 Good deals |
2024 Volkswagen Golf R | $43,573 | 57 Good deals |
2023 Volkswagen Golf R | $39,110 | 5 Great deals |
2022 Volkswagen Golf R | $37,005 | 8 Good deals |
2019 Volkswagen Golf R | $29,595 | 5 Great deals |
2018 Volkswagen Golf R | $27,042 | 6 Great deals |
2017 Volkswagen Golf R | $22,527 | 11 Great deals |
About the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R
4-Door shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 25
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 292.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

How much does the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R cost?
The 2016 Volkswagen Golf R price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2016 Golf R is $20,069, with pricing starting at $14,696.
What is the MPG of the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2016 Volkswagen Golf R offers up to 22 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway for a combined rating of 25 MPG.
These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on the selected vehicle trim, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2016 Volkswagen Golf R compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:
Is the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R reliable?
The 2016 Volkswagen Golf R has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Golf R owners.
Is the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R a good hatchback?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R.
- Comfort 4.6
- Interior 4.8
- Performance 4.8
- Value 4.8
- Exterior 4.6
- Reliability 4.7
100% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 4.6
- Interior 4.8
- Performance 4.8
- Value 4.8
- Exterior 4.6
- Reliability 4.7
4-Door (4 styles)
Style | |||
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4dr HB DSG | 4dr HB Man | 4dr HB Man w/DCC/Nav | 4dr HB DSG w/DCC/Nav |
Inventory price | |||
Starting at $36,750 | Starting at $35,650 | Starting at $37,895 | Starting at $38,995 |
Combined MPG | |||
25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
Engine | |||
292.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 292.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 292.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 292.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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