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| 2012 Volkswagen Golf R |
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Specifications |
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Engine Type |
2.0L inline four cylinder, 16V, turbocharged/intercooled, TSI |
| Displacement cu in (cc) |
121 cu in |
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Power bhp (kW) at RPM |
256 @ 6000 |
| Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM |
243 @ 2400 |
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Redline at RPM |
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| Brakes |
Power assisted, dual circuit, 13.6 x 1.2-in vented front discs and 12.2 x 0.9-in vented rear discs. Anti-Lock Braking System - Standard, all four wheels, three-channel with electronic brake pressure distribution |
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Tires |
7.5J X 18-in aluminum-alloy wheels 225/40 R18 92H all-season tires |
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Length |
165.8in |
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Weight |
3325 lb |
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Acceleration 0-62 mphs |
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Top Speed mph (km/h) |
electronically limited to 130 mph |
| Fuel economy EPA (1/100) |
City mpg 19¹ Highway mpg 27¹ |
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Base Price |
33,990 |
| Car Description |
The “Golf R Drivers Forever” iPad App pretty much says it all. Trendy, sporty and geared towards the younger driver. The 2 and 4 door models of the Volkswagen Golf R uses the most powerful Golf engine sold in the US and comes with a 6 speed manual transmission and all-wheel drive.
The engine features a high-output version of Volkswagen's 2.0-liter, turbocharged four-cylinder FSI® engine, making 256 horsepower and 243 pound-feet of torque. The R's mission is to be the performance flagship for the VW brand, the vehicle is equipped with a sport-tuned suspension, upgraded brakes, and unique 18-inch wheels. Options include a sunroof, the RNS 315 navigation system, the Dynaudio® sound system, and keyless entry with push-button start.
The base price Golf R Two-Door includes the following features
- 2.0L TSI, 256 hp/243 lb-ft engine
- front and rear disc brakes
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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
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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
- splitfolding
rear seat w/armrest w/storage and pass-thru
- alloy
pedals
- leather-wrapped multifunction sport steering wheel
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power windows
- cruise control
- adjustable intermittent front
windshield wipers
- power outlets (2)
- power locks
- rear window
defroster
- compass, trip computer
- Climatronic automatic dualzone
AC
- eight-way manual and heatable sport front seats
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leather seating surfaces
- easy-entry front seats (2-door only)
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Premium VIII radio w/six-disc CD changer
- MDI iPod® interface
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Sirius® satellite radio
- Bluetooth® connectivity
- driver and front
passenger front and side airbags
- side curtain airbags
Golf R Two-Door with Sunroof and Navigation Features ($35,490)
(Includes Golf R features) and adds:
- power tilt/slide sunroof
- keyless entry with push-button
start;
- RNS 315 five-inch touchscreen navigation system
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Dynaudio ® premium sound system
Golf R Four-Door with Sunroof and Navigation Features ($36,090)
(Includes Golf R features plus Sunroof and Navigation)
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