Volkswagen Golf vs Volkswagen Golf R
Overview | |
MSRP$17,995 | MSRP$44,090 |
Average price$13,406 | Average price$30,835 |
Listings797 | Listings604 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | |
Reviews SummaryVolkswagen may have discontinued the standard Golf in the United States but the Germans let us keep its performance variants. The rally-inspired Golf R returns for the 2022 model year after a short hiatus, alongside a redesigned Golf GTI. The all-new, eighth-generation Golf R brings high-end performance and premium amenities without being snobby about it. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 315 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower315 hp @ 5900 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 315 hp I4 |
Torque200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque280 lb-ft @ 1900 rpm |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower315 hp @ 5900 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsOptional |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemOptional |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.8 cu ft | Cargo Space19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight2901 lbs | Curb Weight3481 lbs |
Height57.2 in | Height57.7 in |
Length167.5 in | Length168.9 in |
Width70.5 in | Width70.4 in |
Wheelbase103.8 in | Wheelbase103.5 in |
Maximum Payload1083 lbs | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $17,995 | $44,090 |
Average price | $13,406 | $30,835 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.3 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | Volkswagen may have discontinued the standard Golf in the United States but the Germans let us keep its performance variants. The rally-inspired Golf R returns for the 2022 model year after a short hiatus, alongside a redesigned Golf GTI. The all-new, eighth-generation Golf R brings high-end performance and premium amenities without being snobby about it. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 2.0L 315 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | 315 hp @ 5900 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 2.0L 315 hp I4 |
Torque | 200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 280 lb-ft @ 1900 rpm |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | 315 hp @ 5900 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.8 cu ft | 19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2901 lbs | 3481 lbs |
Height | 57.2 in | 57.7 in |
Length | 167.5 in | 168.9 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 70.4 in |
Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1083 lbs | 915 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
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