Volkswagen Golf R
In published reviews,
critics awarded this
vehicle an average
overall score of:
| Priced From | $32,500 |
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| MPG | 20.0 |
| Styles Reviewed | |
 Hatchback
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Edmunds.com
02/01/10
2010-02-01
| Reviewed By | Critic Credibility [?] | Style Reviewed |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Davis Matt Davis | Score Pending | 2012 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback |
The VW Golf R smothers the overrated old 247-hp VW R32 V6 in all ways but exhaust sound satisfaction, and we think it feels more a premium effort than the 263-hp Mazdaspeed.
Automobile Magazine
04/05/10
2010-04-05
| Reviewed By | Critic Credibility [?] | Style Reviewed |
|---|---|---|
| Georg Kacher Georg Kacher | 7.1 out of 10 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback |
To compete with the likes of the Evo and the STI, VW would need to consider a spicier variant – a bit lighter, a little more powerful, and more focused. Until then, however, the Volkswagen Golf R has given us a very capable gran turismo dressed in a hatchback body.
Car and Driver
02/01/10
2010-02-01
| Reviewed By | Critic Credibility [?] | Style Reviewed |
|---|---|---|
| Jens Meiners Jens Meiners | 6.3 out of 10 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback |
The Golf R is a quick car, but if you are acquainted with real sports cars, you won’t be overwhelmed. More specifically, it definitely feels quicker than the front-drive, 200-hp GTI, but it’s not in another league.