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Compare 2016 Volkswagen Golf R specifications by trim levels

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Golf R is a 5-seat Hatchback from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 2012.

With the price tag of $35,650, the Volkswagen Golf R faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Audi TT RS, Ford Mustang.

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Bulb Size

The Volkswagen Golf R has a maximum towing capacity of 999 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Volkswagen Golf R boasts the average fuel economy anywhere of 31 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 70.80mm x 168.40mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2016 Volkswagen Golf R

  • Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 103.5 in

  • MPG: 22 city/31 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 5.2 sec

  • Ground clearance: 4.8 in

  • Engine: 2.0L I-4

  • Towing capacity: 999 lbs

  • Curb: 3305 lbs

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 168.4 x 70.8 x 56.5



2016 Volkswagen Golf R Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Volkswagen Golf R is offered in 1 trim level. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Volkswagen Golf R safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Volkswagen Golf R specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Hatchback

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Engine 2.0L I-4 DOHC

    • Horsepower 292 hp @ 1946

    • Torque 280 lb-ft. @ 1,800

    • Charge system intercooled turbo

    • Transmission 6-spd man w/OD

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5.2 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 13.7 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 168.4 in

    • Width 70.8 in

    • Height 56.5 in

    • Wheelbase 103.5 in

    • Curb Weight 3305 lbs

    • GVWR 4343 lbs

    • Towing capacity 999 lbs

    • Ground clearance 4.8 in

    • Turning radius 17.9 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Luggage capacity 22.8 ft

    • Cargo capacity 52.7 cu.ft

    • Seats 5

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 14.5 gal

    • City 22 mpg

    • Combined 27 mpg

    • Highway 31 mpg

    • Highway range 449.5 mi

    • WARRANTY

    • Basic Warranty 36/36,000 mths/miles



Specifications

4-Door 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION Hatchback
Exterior length
168.4 in
Exterior body width
70.8 in
Exterior height
56.5 in
Horsepower
292 hp
Torque
280 lb-ft.
Curb weight
3305 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4343 lbs
Wheelbase
103.5 in
Turning radius
17.9 ''
Ground clearance
4.8 in
Front legroom
41.2 in
Rear legroom
35.6 in
Front headroom
38 in
Rear headroom
38 in
Front shoulder room
56 in
Rear shoulder room
54 in
Payload
988 lbs.

Interior Features

4-Door 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION Hatchback
Air conditioning, front
dual zone Climatronic automatic
Clock
in-dash
Cupholders
front and rear
Gear shift knob trim
leather/aluminum
12V DC power outlet
2
Overhead console
mini with storage
Floor console
full
Floor mats
carpeted front and rear
Front windows
power
Rear windows
power
1-touch window up
front and rear
1-touch window down
front and rear
Instrumentation
analog
Illuminated vanity mirrors
driver and passenger
Rear view mirror
auto-dimming day-night
Fuel door release
power
Seatback storage pockets
2
Steering wheel material
leather/piano black

Exterior Features

4-Door 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION Hatchback
Antenna
integrated roof
Body material
fully galvanized steel
Paint
clearcoat monotone
Grille trim
black
Door count
4 doors
Rear cargo door
liftgate
Tinted windows
light
Rear window type
fixed
Mirrors
dual power remote
Spoiler
lip
Wheels
18 machined w/painted accents aluminum
Rear window wipers
fixed interval

Seats

4-Door 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION Hatchback
Front seat type
sport
Standard seating
5
Front driver seat direction controls
8-way power
Front passenger seat direction controls
2-way power
Lumbar support
driver and passenger
Front armrests
center
Front head restraints
adjustable
Heated front seats
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback
Rear seats
60-40 bench
Rear armrest
with pass-thru
Rear head restraints
3 - adjustable
Seat trim
leather

Entertainment System

4-Door 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION Hatchback
Radio
SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan
CD player
in-dash mounted single
Speakers
8
Navigation system
yes with voice activation
1st row LCD screen
1

Safety and Security Features

4-Door 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION Hatchback
Airbags, frontal
driver and front passenger
Airbags, side impact
seat mounted, driver and passenger
Airbags, side curtain
Side Curtain Protection
Traction control
ABS and driveline
Seatbelt pre-tensioners
front
Headlights
high intensity low/high beam, Bi-Xenon
Exterior light control
fully automatic
Remote keyless entry
keyfob (all doors)
Door locks
power with 2 stage unlock
Ignition disable
Immobilizer III
Lane departure warning
Lane Assist
In-Vehicle Assistance Service
VW Car-Net

Mechanical Features

4-Door 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION Hatchback
Engine
2.0L I-4
Brakes
4-wheel disc
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
4-wheel
Drive type
all-wheel drive
Exhaust
stainless steel
Steering
rack and pinion
Suspension tuning
sport
Front suspension type
strut
Front shocks
gas-pressurized
Front springs
coil
Rear suspension type
multi-link
Rear shocks
gas-pressurized
Rear springs
coil
Sequential shift control
Tiptronic
Transmission
6-spd man w/OD
Axle ratio
4.24
Turbocharger
intercooled turbo

Other Specs

4-Door 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION Hatchback
Luggage capacity
22.8 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity
52.7 cu.ft.
Base engine size
2.0 liters
Base engine type
I-4
Horsepower rpm
5,400
Torque rpm
1,800
Fuel tank capacity
14.5 gal.
EPA mileage estimates
22 City / 31 Hwy
Lighting - map lights
front and rear
Lighting - dome light
fade
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors
driver and passenger
Height adjustable safety belts
front
Engine - valvetrain
DOHC
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles)
36/36,000
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles)
60/60,000
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles)
144/unlimited
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles)
36/36,000
Tires
P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance
Windshield wipers - front
variable intermittent