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2018 Volkswagen Golf R
2018 Volkswagen Golf R Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$39,785 - $40,885
Original MSRP:
$38,193 - $39,250
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
2018 Volkswagen Golf R Review
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Warranty Information
| Basic: | 6 Years/72,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 20V561000 |
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| Mfg's Report Date | SEP 15, 2020 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Number of Units Affected | 23 |
| Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R and Atlas, 2017 Golf Alltrack and E-Golf and 2016-2018 Passat vehicles. These internal use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may have been modified prior to sale. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of various Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. |
| Consequence | Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of a crash or injury to vehicle occupants. |
| Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners and will repurchase the vehicles. The recall began October 6, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01E9. |
| Manufacturer Recall Number | 01E9 |
2018 Volkswagen Golf R Models & Prices
2018 Volkswagen Golf R BASE
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2.0T Manual w/DCC/Nav | $39,785 | $38,193 | $623 / Month* | |
| 2.0T DSG w/DCC/Nav | $40,885 | $39,250 | $640 / Month* | |
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2018 Volkswagen Golf R Features and Standard Equipment
EXTERIOR Features
| BASE | |
|---|---|
| Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off | • |
| Black Grille | • |
| Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator | • |
| Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim | • |
| Body-Colored Door Handles | • |
| Body-Colored Front Bumper | • |
| Body-Colored Rear Bumper | • |
| Clearcoat Paint | • |
| Cornering Lights | • |
| Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster | • |
| Fully Galvanized Steel Panels | • |
| Headlights-Automatic Highbeams | • |
| LED Brakelights | • |
| Liftgate Rear Cargo Access | • |
| Light Tinted Glass | • |
| Lip Spoiler | • |
| Perimeter/Approach Lights | • |
| Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets | • |
| Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks | • |
| Tire Mobility Kit | • |
| Tires: 19" Summer Performance | • |
| Wheels w/Machined w/Painted Accents Accents | • |
| Wheels: 19" Englishtown Alloy | • |
INTERIOR Features
| BASE | |
|---|---|
| 2 12V DC Power Outlets | • |
| 2 Seatback Storage Pockets | • |
| 6-Way Passenger Seat | • |
| 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat | • |
| Air Filtration | • |
| Cargo Area Concealed Storage | • |
| Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit | • |
| Cargo Space Lights | • |
| Carpet Floor Trim | • |
| Compass | • |
| Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | • |
| Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | • |
| Delayed Accessory Power | • |
| Digital Appearance | • |
| Distance Pacing | • |
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination | • |
| Driver Foot Rest | • |
| Driver Information Center | • |
| Driver Seat | • |
| Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning | • |
| Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting | • |
| FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access | • |
| Front And Rear Map Lights | • |
| Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Pass-Thru | • |
| Front Cupholder | • |
| Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats | • |
| Full Cloth Headliner | • |
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets | • |
| Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Turbo/Supercharger Boost, Oil Temperature, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer | • |
| Heated Front Top Sport Seats -inc: 12-way power driver's seat w/power lumbar support and height adjustment and power reclining front passenger seat w/manual lumbar support and height adjustment | • |
| HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts | • |
| Illuminated Glove Box | • |
| Immobilizer | • |
| Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Refrigerated/Cooled Box Located In The Glovebox, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins | • |
| Interior Trim -inc: Piano Black Instrument Panel Insert, Piano Black Door Panel Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents | • |
| Leather/Aluminum Gear Shifter Material | • |
| Leatherette Door Trim Insert | • |
| Manual Anti-Whiplash Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints | • |
| Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | • |
| Outside Temp Gauge | • |
| Perforated Leather Seating Surfaces | • |
| Perimeter Alarm | • |
| Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down | • |
| Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature | • |
| Power Fuel Flap Locking Type | • |
| Power Rear Windows | • |
| Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start | • |
| Rear Cupholder | • |
| Redundant Digital Speedometer | • |
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button | • |
| Remote Releases -Inc: Power Fuel | • |
| Rigid Cargo Cover | • |
| Seats w/Leatherette Back Material | • |
| Smart Device Integration | • |
| Sport Leather/Piano Black Steering Wheel | • |
| Trip Computer | • |
| Valet Function | • |
| VW Car-Net Selective Service Internet Access | • |
| VW Car-Net Tracker System | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| BASE | |
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| 14.5 Gal. Fuel Tank | • |
| 140 Amp Alternator | • |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake | • |
| 4.24 Axle Ratio | • |
| 60-Amp/Hr 480CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection | • |
| Automatic w/Driver Control Ride Control Sport Tuned Adaptive Suspension | • |
| Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential | • |
| Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering | • |
| Engine Oil Cooler | • |
| Engine: 2.0L TSI DOHC 16V Turbocharged 4-Cylinder -inc: direct fuel injection | • |
| Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars | • |
| Full-Time All-Wheel | • |
| Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | • |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs | • |
| Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher | • |
| Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs | • |
| Transmission: 6-Speed Manual | • |
| Transmission: 7-Speed DSG Automatic w/Tiptronic | • |
SAFETY Features
| BASE | |
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| ABS And Driveline Traction Control | • |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor | • |
| Back-Up Camera | • |
| Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot | • |
| Collision Mitigation-Front | • |
| Collision Mitigation-Rear | • |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags | • |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags | • |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | • |
| Front Assist w/Autonomous Emergency Braking | • |
| Lane Assist Lane Departure Warning | • |
| Lane Assist Lane Keeping Assist | • |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | • |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners | • |
| Park Pilot Automated Parking Sensors | • |
| Rear Child Safety Locks | • |
| Side Curtain Protection Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags | • |
| Side Impact Beams | • |
| VW Car-Net Emergency Sos | • |
ENTERTAINMENT Features
| BASE | |
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| 2 LCD Monitors In The Front | • |
| 9 Speakers | • |
| Audio Theft Deterrent | • |
| Integrated Roof Diversity Antenna | • |
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, MP3 Player, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System | • |
| Radio: Discover Media w/8" Touchscreen Navigation -inc: AM/FM/HD radio and CD player w/USB input, aux-in and voice control, Fender premium audio system w/subwoofer, Bluetooth connectivity w/audio streaming (for compatible devices) and SiriusXM Satellite Radio w/limited-time trial subscription | • |
| Siriusxm Traffic Real-Time Traffic Display | • |
2018 Volkswagen Golf R Options and Addition Equipment
PAINT SCHEME Options
| BASE | |
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| STANDARD PAINT | • |
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
| BASE | |
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| BUMPERDILLO PROTECTION PLATE -inc: For rear bumper (PIO) | • |
| COMBINATION ASSISTANCE KIT -inc: First Aid Kit, Basic first aid kit for addressing minor injuries, Roadside Assistance Kit, booster cables, warning triangle, LED flashlight, multi-tool, work gloves, PVC tape, blanket, poncho, whistle, cable ties and bandages (PIO) | • |
| FIRST AID KIT -inc: Basic first aid kit for addressing minor injuries (PIO) | • |
| GOLF R CARPETED MAT KIT -inc: set of 4 Mojo Mats w/R logo and heavy duty trunk liner w/VW CarGo blocks (PIO) | • |
| LUGGAGE NET -inc: For securing items in the cargo area (PIO) | • |
| ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE KIT -inc: booster cables, warning triangle, LED flashlight, multi-tool, work gloves, PVC tape, blanket, poncho, whistle, cable ties and bandages (PIO) | • |
| RUBBER MAT KIT -inc: 4 Monster Mats w/logo and heavy duty trunk liner w/VW CarGo blocks (PIO) | • |
| VW CARE -inc: Volkswagen prepaid scheduled maintenance contract w/10,000-mile and 20,000-mile servicing for cars (PIO) | • |
PRIMARY PAINT Options
| BASE | |
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| DEEP BLACK PEARL METALLIC | • |
| INDIUM GRAY METALLIC | • |
| LAPIZ BLUE METALLIC | • |
| ORYX WHITE PEARL METALLIC | • |
| TORNADO RED | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| BASE | |
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| TITAN BLACK, PERFORATED LEATHER SEATING SURFACES | • |
2018 Volkswagen Golf R Technical Specifications
Brakes
| BASE | |
|---|---|
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 13.4 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 12.2 |
Engine
| BASE | |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L/121 |
| Engine Type | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 292 @ 5400 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 280 @ 1800 |
Exterior Dimensions
| BASE | |
|---|---|
| Height, Overall (in) | 56.5 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 168.4 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 4.8 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 103.5 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 70.8 |
Fuel Tank
| BASE | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 14.5 |
Steering
| BASE | |
|---|---|
| Steering Type | Rack-Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 35.8 |
Suspension
| BASE | |
|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Multi-Link |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Multi-Link |
Tires
| BASE | |
|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P235/35YR19 |
| Rear Tire Size | P235/35YR19 |
Transmission
| BASE | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual w/OD |
| Trans Type | 6 |
Vehicle
| BASE | |
|---|---|
| Front Head Room (in) | 38.4 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 41.2 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 55.9 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 93.5 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 38.1 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 35.6 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 53.9 |
Weight Information
| BASE | |
|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3300 |
2018 Volkswagen Golf R Safety Features
Safety Features
| 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 Sos |
| Park Pilot Automated Parking Sensors |
| Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot |
| Front Assist w/Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Lane Assist Lane Keeping Assist |
| Lane Assist Lane Departure Warning |
| Collision Mitigation-Front |
| Collision Mitigation-Rear |
| 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 |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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