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Volkswagen Golf R
2013 – 2017
Germany
Volkswagen built the Golf R from 2013 to 2017. All 4 variants use petrol engines, from 200 to 300 hp. The fastest version needs 4.9 s to reach 100 km/h. Every version has all-wheel drive. Compared with the previous generation (2009 – 2013), peak power rose from 271 to 300 hp, and minimum weight went down by 85 kg. The same generation also came as estate and convertible.
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Body styleNot specified
Production2013 – 2017
Variants4
FuelPetrol
Other body styles
Key specifications (range)
Power200 – 300 hp
0–100 km/h4.9 – 5.1 s
Top speed249 km/h
Fuel economy6.9 – 7.1 L/100 km
All Wheel Drive
Similar cars
| Variant | Fuel | Power | 0–100 | Top | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L TSI 4MOTION 6AT AWD (300 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · All Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 200 hp | 4.9 s | 249 | 6-speed automatic (DSG) |
| 2.0L TSI 4MOTION 6MT AWD (300 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · All Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 200 hp | 5.1 s | 249 | 6-speed manual |
| 2.0L TSI 4MOTION BlueMotion 6AT (300 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · All Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 300 hp | 4.9 s | 249 | 6-speed automatic (DSG) |
| 2.0L TSI 4MOTION BlueMotion 6MT (300 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · All Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 300 hp | 5.1 s | 249 | 6-speed manual |
Engine
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 1984 cm3 (121 ci)
- Power
- 147 KW @ 5600-6200 RPM200 HP @ 5600-6200 RPM197 BHP @ 5600-6200 RPM
- Torque
- 280 lb-ft @ 1800-5500 RPM380 Nm @ 1800-5500 RPM
- Fuel System
- Turbocharged Direct Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 155 mph (249 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 4.9 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- All Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 6-speed automatic (DSG)
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 225/40 R18
Dimensions
- Length
- 168.3 in (4275 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
- 103.6 in (2631 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5 in (127 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 12.1 cuFT (343 L)
- Aerodynamics (Cd)
- 0.28
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3000 lbs (1361 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4233 lbs (1920 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- 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
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 1984 cm3 (121 ci)
- Power
- 147 KW @ 5600-6200 RPM200 HP @ 5600-6200 RPM197 BHP @ 5600-6200 RPM
- Torque
- 280 lb-ft @ 1800-5500 RPM380 Nm @ 1800-5500 RPM
- Fuel System
- Turbocharged Direct Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 155 mph (249 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 5.1 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- All Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 6-speed manual
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 225/40 R18
Dimensions
- Length
- 168.3 in (4275 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
- 103.6 in (2631 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5 in (127 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 12.1 cuFT (343 L)
- Aerodynamics (Cd)
- 0.28
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3000 lbs (1361 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4233 lbs (1920 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- 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
Engine
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 1984 cm3 (121 ci)
- Power
- 221 KW @ 5500-6200 RPM300 HP @ 5500-6200 RPM296 BHP @ 5500-6200 RPM
- Torque
- 280 lb-ft @ 1800-5500 RPM380 Nm @ 1800-5500 RPM
- Fuel System
- Turbocharged Direct Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 155 mph (249 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 4.9 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- All Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 6-speed automatic (DSG)
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 225/40 R18
Dimensions
- 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
- Unladen Weight
- 3296 lbs (1495 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4365 lbs (1980 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- 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
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 1984 cm3 (121 ci)
- Power
- 221 KW @ 5500-6200 RPM300 HP @ 5500-6200 RPM296 BHP @ 5500-6200 RPM
- Torque
- 280 lb-ft @ 1800-5500 RPM380 Nm @ 1800-5500 RPM
- Fuel System
- Turbocharged Direct Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 155 mph (249 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 5.1 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- All Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 6-speed manual
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 225/40 R18
Dimensions
- 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
- Unladen Weight
- 3254 lbs (1476 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4321 lbs (1960 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- 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
Length4,265 – 4,275 mm
Width1,791 mm
Height1,435 mm
Wheelbase2,629 – 2,631 mm
Curb weight1,361 – 1,495 kg
Torque380 Nm
Ranges across all 4 variants of this generation.
