Used 2012 Volkswagen Golf R Specs & Features

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Starting MSRP

$36,090

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	22 MPG
Drive Type	all wheel drive
Total Seating	5
Cargo Capacity	14.6 cu.ft.
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	Germany

Fuel & MPG

Fuel type	Premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA city/highway MPG	19/27 MPG
EPA combined MPG	22 MPG

Range in miles (city/hwy)	275.5/391.5 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	14.5 gal.

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Engine

Base engine size	2.0 L
Cylinders	Inline 4
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	256 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque	243 lb-ft @ 2,400 rpm
Valves	16
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Valve timing	Variable
Direct injection	Standard

Drivetrain

Transmission	6-speed manual
Drive type	All wheel drive
Mechanical center differential	Standard

Center limited slip differential	Standard

Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension	Standard
MacPherson strut front suspension	Standard
Front and rear stabilizer bar	Standard

Multi-link rear suspension	Standard

Dimensions

Length	165.8 in.
Overall width without mirrors	70.0 in.
Height	57.5 in.

Wheelbase	101.5 in.
Front track	60.4 in.
Rear track	59.7 in.
EPA interior volume	108.3 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	14.6 cu.ft.
Manufacturer 0-60 mph acceleration time	5.6 seconds
Turning circle	35.8 ft.
Ground clearance	5.0 in.
Drag Coefficient	0.34 Cd.
Country of final assembly	Germany

Colors

Exterior Colors	Carbon Steel Gray Metallic Tornado Red Rising Blue Metallic Candy White Deep Black Metallic
Interior Colors	Titan Black, leather

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	39.3 in.
Front leg room	41.2 in.
Front shoulder room	54.7 in.

Leather	Standard
Sport front seats	Standard
2-way power driver seat	Standard
4-way manual driver seat adjustments	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	Standard
2-way power passenger seat	Standard
4-way manual passenger seat adjustment	Standard
Height adjustable passenger seat	Standard
Passenger seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	Standard
Multi-level heated driver seat	Standard
Multi-level heated passenger seat	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	38.5 in.
Rear leg room	35.5 in.
Rear shoulder room	52.8 in.

Split-folding rear seatback	Standard
Folding with storage and pass-thru center armrest	Standard

Safety

Post-collision safety system	Standard
Dual front side-mounted airbags	Standard
Front and rear head airbags	Standard

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	Standard
Stability control	Standard
Traction control	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard
Rear door child safety locks	Standard
4-wheel ABS	Standard
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Standard
Emergency braking assist	Standard
Electronic brakeforce distribution	Standard
Tire pressure monitoring	Standard
Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp	Standard
Adaptive headlights	Standard
Self-leveling headlights	Standard
Daytime running lights	Standard
High pressure washers headlamps	Standard
Turn signal mirrors	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front multi-adjustable headrests	Standard
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system	Standard
3 rear headrests	Standard
Rear height adjustable headrests	Standard
Rear center 3-point belt	Standard
Front seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Emergency interior trunk release	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM stereo	Standard
Dynaudio premium brand speakers	Standard
300 watts stereo output	Standard

8 total speakers	Standard
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control	Standard
Memory card slot	Standard
Satellite radio satellite radio	Standard
3 months of provided satellite radio service	Standard
Diversity antenna	Standard

Power Feature

2 one-touch power windows	Standard
1st row power glass moonroof	Standard
Remote keyless power door locks	Standard

Power mirrors	Standard
Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Keyless ignition	Standard
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel	Standard
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel	Standard

Electric speed-proportional power steering	Standard
12V cargo area power outlet(s)	Standard
Cruise control	Standard
Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front door pockets	Standard
Overhead console with storage	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Leather steering wheel	Standard
Dual zone front climate control	Standard
Rear ventilation ducts	Standard
Interior air filtration	Standard
Dual vanity mirrors	Standard
Turn signal in mirrors	Standard
Rear floor mats	Standard
Cargo area light	Standard
Leather trim on shift knob	Standard
Front reading lights	Standard

Instrumentation

Trip computer	Standard
Compass	Standard
External temperature display	Standard

Tachometer	Standard
Clock	Standard
Low fuel level warning	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Alloy wheels	Standard
18 x 7.5 in. wheels	Standard
All season tires	Standard

225/40R H tires	Standard
Steel spare wheel	Standard
Temporary spare tire	Standard
Inside mounted spare tire	Standard

Warranty

Basic	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Drivetrain	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Rust	12 yr./ unlimited mi.

Roadside assistance	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Free maintenance	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.

Interior Options

First Aid Kit	+$35

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Used 2012 Volkswagen Golf R - Specs & Features