Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
$34,000 for a Golf? Well, yes. And the reason why would be the way the Gold R provided a strong performance, with a very sharp handling.
The Gold VII R provided all-weather traction, along with great comfort for longer journeys.
The interior was built was premium quality materials and it was nicely finished. While comfortable and agile, it also offered great versatility.
The cabin was roomy, offering the passengers great space.
The Golf R was available in a 2-door or a 4-door body shape and a single trim was offered.
The standard features included 18-inch alloys, a sport suspension, adaptive bi-xenon headlights, heated mirrors, LED running lights, cruise control and many other features, enough to conclude that the R was greatly equipped even without any optionals included.
Two packages were available for the trim, the Sunroof and the Navigation package that added keyless ignition and a premium audio system.
The Gold R came with a turbocharged 2.0-liter 5-cylinder engine that produced 256 hp and 243 pound-feet of torque. The sports car came with a standard all-wheel-drive system and a manual transmission.
Safety wise, the Golf R was equipped with antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control.
The interior was impeccably finished, with some accents borrowed from Audi. The Golf R came with a standard touchscreen Audi interface and an optional navigation system.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TSI 4MOTION BlueMotion 6AT (300 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
Power: | 221 KW @ 5500-6200 RPM 300 HP @ 5500-6200 RPM 296 BHP @ 5500-6200 RPM |
Torque: | 280 lb-ft @ 1800-5500 RPM 380 Nm @ 1800-5500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic (DSG) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/40 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.9 in (4265 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 56.5 in (1435 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.7/59.6 in (1,542/1,514 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.5 in (2629 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.1 cuFT (343 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.28 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3296 lbs (1495 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4365 lbs (1980 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 159 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TSI 4MOTION BlueMotion 6MT (300 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
Power: | 221 KW @ 5500-6200 RPM 300 HP @ 5500-6200 RPM 296 BHP @ 5500-6200 RPM |
Torque: | 280 lb-ft @ 1800-5500 RPM 380 Nm @ 1800-5500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/40 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.9 in (4265 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 56.5 in (1435 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.7/59.6 in (1,542/1,514 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.5 in (2629 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.1 cuFT (343 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.28 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3254 lbs (1476 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4321 lbs (1960 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 33.1 mpg US (7.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 165 g/km |