The 2012 Volkswagen Golf R represents Intelligent downsizing. The heir to the 2004 and 2008 Golf R32 models, the new R manages to have more power, more performance, and consume less gasoline than its illustrious iconic performance forebears. And it offers all this for just $33,990, plus destination, for the two-door Golf R model.
Whereas the R32 models used 3.2-liter VR6 engines, the new Golf R is fitted with a high-output version of the award-winning turbocharged 2.0-liter TSI engine. This engine makes 256 horsepower, six more than the VR6 fitted into the 2008 R32. As well as offering more power and performance, the Golf R is also more economical, with manufacturer estimated fuel economy of 19 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway compared with EPA estimated mileage of 18 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway for the prior model.
Like the previous R32 models, the Golf R is equipped with Volkswagen’s 4Motion all-wheel-drive system: the latest generation of this system can divert up to 100 percent of the torque to the rear wheels, if needed. All Golf R models sold in the U.S will be equipped with a close-ratio six-speed manual transmission. For the first time, the Golf R will be available in two- and four-door guises as well as in two trim levels: well-equipped Golf R and luxurious Golf R with Sunroof and Navigation. The pricing and equipment breakdown is below.
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2012 Golf R Pricing
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Model
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Price
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Features
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Golf R Two-Door
Golf R Two-Door with Sunroof and Navigation
Golf R Four-Door with Sunroof and Navigation
Destination
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$33,990
$35,490
$36,090
$770
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2.0L TSI, 256 hp/243 lb-ft engine, front and rear disc brakes, 4Motion all-wheel drive, dual exhaust tips w/polished finish, 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels w/all-season tires, sport suspension, hill hold assist, rear window wiper, gloss black-painted brake calipers, gloss-black-colored mirrors, moldings, door handles, and bumper, rear roof spoiler, sport front, rear, and side valences, heated washer nozzles, power-adjustable and heated exterior mirrors, bi-xenon headlamps, daytime running lights, front and rear carpeted floor mats, adjustable front center armrest w/ integrated storage box, leather-wrapped brake handle and shift knob, tilt and telescope steering column, split-folding rear seat w/armrest w/storage and pass-thru, alloy pedals, leather-wrapped multifunction sport steering wheel, power windows, cruise control, adjustable intermittent front windshield wipers, power outlets (2), power locks, rear window defroster, compass, trip computer, Climatronic automatic dual-zone AC, eight-way manual and heatable sport front seats, leather seating surfaces, easy-entry front seats (2-door only), Premium VIII radio w/six-disc CD changer, MDI iPod interface, Sirius® satellite radio,Bluetooth connectivity, driver and front passenger front and side airbags, side curtain airbags
(Includes Golf R features)
Adds; power tilt/slide sunroof; keyless entry with push-button start; RNS 315 five-inch touchscreen navigation system; and Dynaudio premium sound system
(Includes Golf R features plus Sunroof and Navigation)
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