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2015 Volkswagen Golf R
$36,595 - $39,090Starting MSRP
Deep Black Pearl
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
26 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
Body Type
Hatchback, Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
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Exterior
Deep Black Pearl
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Oryx White Pearl
Specs
EPA Classification: Compact Cars
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Displacement: 2.0 L/121
Fuel System: Gasoline Direct Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 292 @ 5400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 280 @ 1800
Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 2.92
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 1.83
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.31
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.97
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.04
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.81
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.26
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 4.77
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 26
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 23
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 30
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 480
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 140
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3340
Suspension Type - Front: Strut
Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.4
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.2
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P235/35YR19
Rear Tire Size: P235/35YR19
Spare Tire Size:
Front Wheel Size (in): 19 X 8
Rear Wheel Size (in): 19 X 8
Spare Wheel Size (in):
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material:
Steering Type: Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 35.8
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 14.5
Wheelbase (in): 103.5
Length, Overall (in): 168.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 70.8
Height, Overall (in): 56.5
Track Width, Front (in): 60.7
Track Width, Rear (in): 59.7
Min Ground Clearance (in): 4.8
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up (ft³): 22.8
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down (ft³): 52.7
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 93.5
Front Head Room (in): 38.4
Front Leg Room (in): 41.2
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.9
Second Head Room (in): 38.1
Second Leg Room (in): 35.6
Second Shoulder Room (in): 53.9
Vehicle Name: Volkswagen Golf R
Body Style: Hatchback
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 6.8 (Est)
Pricing
This model has 2 different trims.
MSRP
$39,090
Invoice
$37,527
Description
2.0 L/121, 292 @ 5400, Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 2 different trims.
City
23 MPG
Hwy
30 MPG
Combined
26 MPG
Description
2.0 L/121, 292 @ 5400, Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
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