Used 2008 Volkswagen R32 Consumer Reviews
Used R32 for sale
First 1500 miles
Randall, 02/11/2008
2008 Volkswagen R32 2dr Hatchback AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6AM)
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This car is everything and more than I expected. Great fun to drive, very comfortable, excellent build quality. AWD is awesome and the sound of the engine is intoxicating. Fuel mileage is so-so but improving on every tank. Has risen steadily to about 24 mpg on last tank, mostly interstate driving at 65+ mph. DSG is very nice, smooth almost seamless shifts.
Fun car!
604doc, 11/05/2008
2008 Volkswagen R32 2dr Hatchback AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6AM)
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This car wasn't even a consideration for me until a friend told me about it. I fell in love with the car on the test drive. It's comfortable on long drives, and just a hoot zipping around the city. It's hard to drive the car "easy", so I'm not sure of the MPG yet.
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Blue R32
Brera, 02/27/2008
2008 Volkswagen R32 2dr Hatchback AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6AM)
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I was going back and forth between the R32 and 2008 STI since I wanted a performance hatchback. After much angst, I decided to get the R32 - came down to I wanted a moonroof. While the car is fun to drive, it doesn't have nearly the same zip as my 2006 WRX which I still own, and find driving it more fun. The R32 is a great car to drive if you want to have fun and don't want to deal with shifting gears in traffic. Since I'm only leasing the car for 2 years, I will probably unload it and get the new STI - 305 hp!!! There is no comparison.
Super Car!
STEVE C, 08/14/2007
2008 Volkswagen R32 2dr Hatchback AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6AM)
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It took a long time coming, but I finally found a car that was fun to drive with style, luxury and enough speed to keep my heart racing. Audi, BMW, Mercedes have nothing on this car. Saved 15k over BMW and got way better quality car.
Blue 08 R32
JRP, 08/19/2007
2008 Volkswagen R32 2dr Hatchback AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6AM)
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If slot cars could be full scale this might be it. Steering is right on, just point where you want it to go. Suspension is firm but does not beat you up. Transmission is a blast with the engine being eager all the time. Relaxed when you want it to be, fun when you need it to be. Roomier inside than you'd think.
Super special Golf, regular build quality
canyondrive, 08/29/2007
2008 Volkswagen R32 2dr Hatchback AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6AM)
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In the price range of new c300, 328i,G35 and is350, this car is truly for the VW enthusiast who doesn't mind paying a lot. You get a great sounding engine (thank you VW engneeer!), transmission, semi-sleeper styling, more than enough power for non-racers. But this is basically a golf, which first came to EU in 2003. Especially the interior is feeling a bit old already (shame on VWoA for being so slow). This has been my second day with the car, and I already started to hear interior pieces rattle on rough roads. Stereo sounds ok until you crank up the base - then it sound like some economy speakers.
R32 #2
KingfisherSeattle, 08/04/2007
2008 Volkswagen R32 2dr Hatchback AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6AM)
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Just picked up my Mk V R32 today! This is my second as I had an Mk IV since new in 04. 20k miles later I'm ready for my new car. A lot more refinement and still that great VR6 motor. Worth the extra money over the 2.0T motor for the sound alone. Road trip to PDX tomorrow (with the radar detector).
The .:R is back and better than ever!
Dr. A. Keller, 09/01/2007
2008 Volkswagen R32 2dr Hatchback AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6AM)
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The new R32 may not be as rugged as the previous-gen R32, but it definitely feels a bit more refined with a stiffer chassis, precise handling, more upscale interior material, more comfort features, etc.; all while still retaining its crown as the ultimate hot hatch! The VR6 has a very nice grunt from all around the rev band and is a perfect match with the DSG's lighting fast, crisp gear changes. You can definitely feel the VR6 open up with the more miles you put it through. It feels MUCH more aggressive now (1200 + miles) than it did when I picked her up with 12 miles. If I can describe the R32 in a few short words: it's a wolf in sheep's clothing.
Performance Car - Make Sure You're Ready
V, 08/24/2007
2008 Volkswagen R32 2dr Hatchback AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6AM)
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Coming from an 06 GTI, I am not sure if I should have moved to an R32. It has everything the enthusiasts want - incredible road grip, throaty exhaust, V6 power, and AWD. But, the zip (even with lag) of the GTI's 2.0T was great for me. The premium price for the exclusivity of owning one of 5,000 is a bitter pill to swallow, but the car does everything the manufacturer promises and more. Because of the power and AWD, the car literally sucks gas. I feel like I am driving an SUV when I have a compact car. Mileage has been about 19-20 in mixed driving. My GTI pulled at least 27 mpg.
A TON of Fun!
travelingman, 01/03/2009
2008 Volkswagen R32 2dr Hatchback AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6AM)
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I bought my blue R32 (with nav) in April and drive 85 miles a day to work. This car is a great commuting car; fun to drive, comfortable ride but a ton of torque at any speed. I have had an Audi S4 and S6 and neither is as fun as this car. The only two things that I have added to the car is a clear bra and a Parrot blue tooth system that integrates directly to to the phone button on the steering wheel. It works wonderfully with my iphone 3G.