2012 Volkswagen Golf R Two Door

2012 Volkswagen Golf R two-door

MSRP (with destination): $34,760
PRICE AS TESTED: $36,260 ENGINE:
2.0-liter turbocharged DOHC I-4
Horsepower: 256 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque: 243 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm TRANSMISSION:
6-speed manual DRIVE:
All-wheel WHEELS AND TIRES:
18-inch aluminum wheels
225/40HR-18 Pirelli PZero Nero tires FUEL ECONOMY (city/highway):
19/27 mpg CURB WEIGHT:
3325 lb CAPACITIES:
Doors/Passengers: 2/5
Cargo: 15.3 cu ft
Legroom (front/rear): 41.2/35.5 in
Headroom (front/rear): 39.3/38.5 in
Towing: N/A EXTERIOR/INTERIOR COLOR:
Carbon Steel Gray/Black STANDARD FEATURES:
All-wheel drive
Sport suspension
Hill-hold assist
Rear window wiper
Gloss black brake calipers
Rear spoiler
Sport front, side, and rear valences
Heated washer nozzles
Bi-Xenon headlights
Tilt-and-telescopic steering column
Split-folding rear seat
Aluminum alloy pedals
Cruise control
Automatic dual-zone climate control
Heated front seats
SiriusXM satellite radio
Bluetooth
iPod interface OPTIONS ON THIS VEHICLE:
Sunroof and navigation- $1500
Power sunroof
Keyless entry and ignition
5-inch touchscreen navigation
Dynaudio sound system KEY OPTIONS NOT ON THIS VEHICLE:
None ADDITIONAL SPECS:
While previous R32 models used VW's VR6 engine, the Golf R is powered by a high-output version of the automaker's 2.0-liter turbo-four. COMPARE TO:
Mini Cooper JCW Cooper S, Mazdaspeed 3, BMW 1-series