2008 Volkswagen R32 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Big news from the 2007 Chicago Auto Show is the return of the Volkswagen R32 for 2008, a racing-inspired version of the Golf hatchback, similar in looks to the GTI, but with more muscle, lower ride height, and a dash of luxury. Though it's been available in Europe for two years, only 5,000 R32s will be sold in the U.S., and VW has set up a site for pre-orders at www.5000r32.com.
Under its hood, the 2008 R32 packs a 3.2-liter, 250-hp V6 engine with 236 lb-ft of torque. Combined with the DSG transmission, this gets rid of the turbo-lag issues in the GTI and helps propel the sports car from 0 to 60 in just over 6 seconds. The R32 will also feature the 4MOTION all-wheel-drive system, lending nearly 75% torque to the rear wheels. While it's no competition for true rally-oriented cars, it will be the fastest Golf on the market.
On the outside, a roof and front spoiler enhance performance and add some cool factor. Dual chrome exhausts, Xenon headlights, and 18-inch alloy wheels carry out the sporting image. Bumpers and moldings will all be body-colored. While it's aimed at driving enthusiasts, it also doesn't forget to pamper those looking for comfort and convenience as they're speeding down the highway. All 2008 R32s will come standard with low-slung leather sport seats, rain-sensing wipers, power features, cruise control, heated seats, auto-dimming mirrors, a security system, aluminum trim, and a 10-speaker audio system. The announcement at the Chicago Auto Show opened up the pre-order process, and with only 5,000 available, the 2008 R32 should prove to be a highly sought after car.
User reviews for 2008 Volkswagen R32
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · IPod auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 10
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Door trim: alloy · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Limited slip differential: center
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: aluminum · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: HID
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing
