Volkswagen Golf R
In published reviews,
critics awarded this
vehicle an average
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| Priced From | $33,990 |
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| MPG | 23.0 |
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 Hatchback
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MotorWeek
| Reviewed By | Critic Credibility [?] | Style Reviewed |
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| Staff Review MotorWeek | 7.2 out of 10 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback |
While the 2012 Volkswagen Golf R may be the most powerful Golf ever offered here in the States, it’s not the additional power that makes it a winner in our book. It’s the sweet handling and overall fun factor that reminds us of the original GTI.
DriverSide.com
| Reviewed By | Critic Credibility [?] | Style Reviewed |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Sadlier Josh Sadlier | 7.1 out of 10 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback |
Forget that the Golf R is a Volkswagen for a moment, and ask yourself where else you can find all-wheel drive, athletic handling, world-class brakes, sprightly acceleration, restrained styling, and an upscale interior, all for $33,990 to start.
Winding Road
| Reviewed By | Critic Credibility [?] | Style Reviewed |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Martin Tom Martin | Score Pending | 2012 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback |
Think about the Golf R as the ultimate GTI. If a stealthy balance of pace, AWD, practicality, and conservative design—minus a flashy brand name—is the package you’re looking for, VW has built your car.
Wheels.ca
| Reviewed By | Critic Credibility [?] | Style Reviewed |
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| John LeBlanc John LeBlanc | Score Pending | 2012 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback |
The Golf R definitely delivers on its promise as the Ultimate Golf. It amps up the GTI’s driving characteristics considerably, and offers the extra control that only all-wheel drive can bring in wintry driving conditions. And, fully-equipped as it is, I’d call it a bargain as well.
AutoBlog.com
| Reviewed By | Critic Credibility [?] | Style Reviewed |
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| Michael Harley Michael Harley | 6.7 out of 10 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback |
USA Today
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| James R. Healey James R. Healey | 7.1 out of 10 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback |
The 2012 Volkswagen R is an extraordinary small car. It’s a superb driving machine, almost unbelievably satisfying in most circumstances. And it’s remarkably expensive.
Edmunds.com
| Reviewed By | Critic Credibility [?] | Style Reviewed |
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| Staff Review Edmunds.com | 7.8 out of 10 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback |
It’s pricey, but the 2012 Volkswagen Golf R offers a very appealing mix of performance, utility and rarity.
Cars.com
| Reviewed By | Critic Credibility [?] | Style Reviewed |
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| David Thomas David Thomas | 8.6 out of 10 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback |
The 2012 Volkswagen Golf R certainly packs performance, but I’m not sure if the packaging or price make much sense outside a very small niche of shoppers.