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Research current prices and the latest discounts and lease deals. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. Read about the 2012 volkswagen golf r in this first drive article brought to you by the automotive experts at. The fourcylindermanual combo shaved about 200 pounds from the r. More important, were not sure anyoneexcept the vw diehardswas asking for it. Although dualzone climate control and a 12way poweradjustable driver s seat are standard, the golf r does skimp on premium options such as ventilated seats, memory settings, and fauxsuede accents. By zach bowman for those who suffer a daily commute through heavy traffic, your vehicles braking system can bring thousands of pounds of metal, plastic and empty starbucks cups to a stop hundreds of times before you get to work. In addition to its innate playfulness and superior driving dynamics, it brought with it a. The golf rs tight suspension, big brakes, and haldex allwheeldrive system make it much more of a drivers car than the gti on which its based. Faster, lighter, and more powerful than the highly accomplished golf r32, which it replaces, the golf r is the new flagship model in the range.

The effect on dynamics as our body sits in the car and as we grip the flatbottomed gti steering wheel, is tremendously fine. Get the results, specs, and photos at car and driver. Read about the 2012 volkswagen golf r and view a photo gallery at car and driver. I money shifted on the track, threw a valve stem retaining clip. Used 2012 volkswagen golf r for sale with photos cargurus. A place for owners, enthusiasts, and fans of the volkswagen golf r. The 2012 golf two and fourdoors get a new convenience package, and. The vw golf r is a performance hatchback that adds premium touches and tech to the vw golf gti the golf r is a bit expensive, but its a versatile vehicle thats bliss to drive. Read on to learn more on the 2012 volkswagen golf r in this first test brought to you by the automotive experts at. We love all wheel drive sports cars with turbocharged engines. Heres giving you a new opportunity to tee off the greens with pride. Use our calculator to get an estimated loan or lease payment based on current offers in your area. The volkswagen golf r is a genuine performance car built on an economy car platform.

Bmw m5 5 searching for 40mpg 6 road testing the dodge dart limited. Browse key features and get inside tips on choosing the right style for you. For the 2012 model year, the wrx sti has been given a sportier look and a new turbocharged version of the 2. Interior materials are secondtonone in the hothatch segment. Vws golf r classes up the superfun gti philadelphia inquirer. I found a few places where the car could be improved. Check out flyfishing tour guide, luke williams 2012 vw golf r. Within this issue you will discover the following topics. With a powerful 4cylinder engine, the golf r boasts 288 hp and 280 lbft of turntwisting torque. Want her to go to another car enthusiast instead of giving it to carmax. Car and driver says the golf r is sophisticated inside and out and offers. Fender premium audio system wsubwoofer, vw carnet appconnect smartphone integration and. It works with the dampers to set up comfort, normal, or sport modes while the golf rs springs 20 percent stiffer than those on the new gti also lower the golf r one whole inch.

You need to be an experienced manual trans driver to get the. On the road or track, the golf r has been designed to fire on all cylinders. Golf r comes with a sporttuned suspension, upgraded brakes, 18inch wheels and electronic stability control tuned to allow sportier driving. Read our full instrumented test of the volkswagen golf r, an allwheeldrive turbocharged hoot of a hatchback. Check out our picks on the best golf drivers for the year 2012, and upgrade your golf kitty. Dont worry, well tell you everything right here in the. The best part is that a driver can access all the power the golf rs. The 2012 volkswagen golf r is the baddest golf yet, and its finally here.

Search over 600 listings to find the best local deals. The standard touchscreen interface is both intuitive and responsive, and the backseat is exceptionally adultfriendly. For first driving impressions of the turbocharged, allwheeldrive golf. Prequalify for a car loan with no credit score impact. With its enhanced sport suspension, dual center exhaust, and rs all over the place, its. The golf r sometimes falters when diving into a corner and then launching itself. The sixthgeneration volkswagen golf carries over to the 2012 model year with minor tweaks and changes to its trim packages. I have loved every single day of ownership of my 20 golf r in rising blue. That power is directed to the ground through volkswagens 4motion allwheeldrive system which can direct 100percent of the torque to the rear wheels if. Detailed features and specs for the used 2012 volkswagen golf r including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. As a car i drive daily, the mk6 golf rs suspension has the right amount of firmness. The 4motion allwheeldrive system transfers torque between the front and rear wheels. The 2017 version of volkswagen golfs fiveyearold halo model, golf r, is a drivers car but it only gets 25 combined miles to the gallon, so theres nothing particularly sustainable about it. Practical tips for driving a ferrari ff in the snow.

With its air lift suspension setup, 535hp bluewater built motor, and rotiform ce race wheels this golf is the perfect. In normal driving conditions, power is delivered to the front wheels. Get expert advice on buying a 2012 volkswagen golf r. The questions start almost as soon as the 2012 volkswagen golf r presentation begins. A gti would have fallen all over itself right there, our codriver states, matteroffactly. As the most powerful small car ever offered by volkswagen, the 2012 vw golf r has a dual purpose in appealing to previous owners of the previous golf r32 and to bring new visibility to the r line. Volkswagen golf r features and specs car and driver. I got the car in the middle of june and it has 12k miles on it now. The golf r sits in a sweet spot among its peers with an excellent. If you are an avid golfer, you know that a golf driver is the most important item in.

The turbocharged engine in the golf r is tuned to roar, so we gave it a body kit thats as aggressive as the engine sounds. Make offer club car precedent golf cart driver side support cover 102400202. Its still a well rounded ride thats very easy to live and its still a great daily driver for those with slightly more twisty drives. Driver assistance features can help give you more confidence on your drive. By the end of our short driving stint, most of our questions have been satisfactorily answered, save one. There is minor cosmetic damage on the rear bumper from a kid on my street crashing his scooter into the car.

For a sporty car, the golf r in this tailoring was downright conservative. It wont punish you when youre just driving to the grocery store. So why were we a little lukewarm on our long term golf r. Thats the 2008 r32, which was comfortable and faster than the gti. The new volkswagen golf r is a replacement of sorts for the lastgeneration r32. Volkswagen golf r features and specs at car and driver. I have a 2012 with 92k right now, heres what ive done.

This latest golf r test car is likely our last, since the r disappears from the golf family for 2020, to return in a few years time in the eighthgeneration golf lineup. The golf r essentially is a gti with allwheel drive and more powerit is the discerning mans boy racer. When activated, if the car in front of you speeds up or slows down, the. The worst complaints are accessories interior, engine, and lights problems. The 2012 gti and golf r take the interior one step further, with an ergonomic steering wheel, aggressive sport seats and more comprehensive instrumentation. Our vast selection of premium accessories and parts ticks all the boxes. Im sure its plenty fast vw is a brand that has proven to know its way. The 2019 vw golf r is trackinspired with a turbocharged engine, while also providing an.