March 10, 2017 • Arnold Salla

2017 Vollkswagen Golf R Specifications

Volkswagen Golf R

$36,475

4 doors, 5 passengers, all-wheel drive; 22/31 mpg city/hwy (est)

2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine; 292 hp, 280 lb-ft; 6-speed manual transmission.

If you love the Golf GTI but crave more power, check out the Golf R—it, too, is a 10Best winner. The R is an all-out performance model with a 292-hp turbo 2.0-liter four, all-wheel drive, a sport suspension, 18-inch wheels, and a six-speed manual. A six-speed automatic with launch control is optional. In our testing, the automatic was faster to 60 mph than the manual by 0.7 second. Standard features include satellite radio, heated seats, keyless entry with push-button start, and Bluetooth.

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Specifications
Emissions
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year	7.1
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score	N/A
Transmission
Drivetrain	All Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code
Trans Type	6
Trans Description Cont.	Manual w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again
First Gear Ratio (:1)	3.76
Second Gear Ratio (:1)	2.08
Third Gear Ratio (:1)	1.46
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)	1.08
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)	1.09
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)	0.91
Reverse Ratio (:1)	4.55
Clutch Size	N/A
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)	4.24
Vehicle
EPA Classification	Compact Cars
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity	5
Passenger Volume	93.5
Front Head Room	38.4
Front Leg Room	41.2
Front Shoulder Room	55.9
Front Hip Room	N/A
Second Head Room	38.1
Second Leg Room	35.6
Second Shoulder Room	53.9
Second Hip Room	N/A
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight	3283
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy	31
Cruising Range - City	319.00
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City	22
Fuel Economy Est-Combined	25
Cruising Range - Hwy	449.50
EPA MPG Equivalent - City	N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy	N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined	N/A
Battery Range	N/A
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.	N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.	N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.	N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.	N/A
Engine
Engine Order Code
Engine Type	Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Displacement	2.0 L/121
Fuel System	Gasoline Direct Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM	292 @ 5400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM	280 @ 1800
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)	480
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)	140
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity	N/A
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front	Strut
Suspension Type - Rear	Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)	Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)	Multi-Link
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front	N/A
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear	N/A
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front	N/A
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear	N/A
Tires
Front Tire Order Code
Rear Tire Order Code
Spare Tire Order Code
Front Tire Size	P225/40YR18
Rear Tire Size	P225/40YR18
Spare Tire Size
Wheels
Front Wheel Size	18 X 7.5
Rear Wheel Size	18 X 7.5
Spare Wheel Size
Front Wheel Material	Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material	Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material
Steering
Steering Type	Rack-Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall	N/A
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)	N/A
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb	35.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall	N/A
Brakes
Brake Type	N/A
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	13.4
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness	12.2
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
Rear Drum Diam x Width
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx	14.5
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx	N/A
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase	103.5
Length, Overall	168.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors	70.8
Height, Overall	56.5
Track Width, Front	60.7
Track Width, Rear	59.7
Min Ground Clearance	4.8
Liftover Height	N/A

Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up	22.8
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down	52.7
Trunk Volume	N/A

Features
MECHANICAL
Engine: 2.0L TSI Turbocharged -inc: direct injection
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Full-Time All-Wheel Drive
4.24 Axle Ratio
Engine Oil Cooler
60-Amp/Hr 480CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection
140 Amp Alternator
4321# Gvwr 970# Maximum Payload
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Sport Tuned Suspension
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
14.5 Gal. Fuel Tank
Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
Permanent Locking Hubs
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential
EXTERIOR
Wheels: 18" Cadiz Alloy
Tires: P225/40R18 Summer Performance
Wheels w/Machined w/Painted Accents Accents
Spare Tire Mobility Kit
Clearcoat Paint
Body-Colored Front Bumper
Body-Colored Rear Bumper
Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
Body-Colored Door Handles
Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Light Tinted Glass
Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Lip Spoiler
Black Grille
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Fully Automatic Projector Beam High Intensity Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Headlamps w/Washer
ENTERTAINMENT
Radio: Composition Media w/6.5" Touchscreen -inc: AM/FM/HD radio and CD w/USB and aux-in, 8-speaker sound system, Bluetooth connectivity and SiriusXM satellite radio (limited subscription)
Radio w/Seek-Scan, MP3 Player, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation and Radio Data System
Audio Theft Deterrent
Wireless Streaming
Integrated Roof Diversity Antenna
1 LCD Monitor In The Front
INTERIOR
Heated Top Sport Front Seats -inc: 12-way power driver seat w/power lumbar support, and power reclining manually adjustable front passenger seat w/manual lumbar support
6-Way Passenger Seat
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Turbo/Supercharger Boost, Oil Temperature, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Power Rear Windows
Vw Car-Net Selective Service Internet Access
Sport Leather/Piano Black Steering Wheel
Front Cupholder
Rear Cupholder
Compass
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
Valet Function
Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Fuel
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts
Illuminated Locking Glove Box
Driver Foot Rest
Interior Trim -inc: Piano Black Instrument Panel Insert, Piano Black Door Panel Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents
Full Cloth Headliner
Leatherette Door Trim Insert
Leather/Aluminum Gear Shift Knob
Leather Seating Surfaces
Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
Front And Rear Map Lights
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Carpet Floor Trim
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Rigid Cargo Cover
Cargo Features -inc: Spare Tire Mobility Kit
Cargo Space Lights
FOB Controls -inc: Trunk/Hatch/Tailgate
Smart Device Integration
Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Refrigerated/Cooled Box Located In The Glovebox, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
Delayed Accessory Power
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Systems Monitor
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Trip Computer
Outside Temp Gauge
Analog Display
Seats w/Leatherette Back Material
Manual Anti-Whiplash Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Pass-Thru w/Storage
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
Perimeter Alarm
Engine Immobilizer
2 12V DC Power Outlets
Air Filtration
SAFETY
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Side Impact Beams
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Vw Car-Net Emergency S.O.S
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Side Curtain Protection Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Rear Child Safety Locks
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Back-Up Camera