2015 volkswagen golf r car and driver

A sixspeed manual transmission dispenses torque via volkswagen s 4motion. Get the results, specs, and photos at car and driver. Request a dealer quote or view used cars at msn autos. This generation launched with the 2015 model, and its sweet spot falls in. Like many modern cars, its parking brake is electronic and.

When compared to the regular golf, the r sits 20 millimetres lower and it has a firmer suspension, better steering and a stability. Dec 24, 2014 the gtibased golf r is volkswagen s latest gift to that crowd, and its far from a poops in a jar. May 12, 2015 the golf r is the fastest car you can buy under the vw brand, with 300 hp, awd, and a dualclutch transmission, it feels more like a mini porsche on the road than a standard golf. Due in early 2015, the golf r will, at first, only be available with a dsg dual.

Standard safety features for the 2015 vw golf r include antilock disc brakes, automatic hill hold, stability and traction control, front side airbags, side curtain airbags and a driver knee airbag. Called the variant in europe, this 296hp, longroofed wagon is a pure object of lust. Jun 06, 2015 its a pricey upgrade over the already excellent gti, but the 2015 volkswagen golf r packs the power and allwheel drive performance to rival subarus wrx sti. This is a car you could drive every single day of the year, whether hitting the. Have a stunning 2015 volkswagen golf gti for sale, 2. The golf r is the fastest car you can buy under the vw brand, with 300 hp, awd, and a dualclutch transmission, it feels more like a mini porsche on the road than a standard golf. As technology in cars becomes increasingly complex, the need for making it simple to use becomes more pressing. Shop 2015 vw golf r parts online with volkswagen of america.

Additionally, find 2015 volkswagen golf r warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumpertobumper coverage and major components. The instrument needles are also automatically illuminated as soon as the drivers door is opened. If you want a practical, handsome hatchback with the athletic driving manners for which european cars are known, all at a digestible price, the 2019 vw golf was. The volkswagen golf r is one of 10 contenders competing for the title of 2015 best drivers car. The metaphorical big stick here is the golf r s turbocharged 2. By peter braun january 8, 2014 details of the new golf r are out ahead of its full debut at next weeks detroit auto show. As the nearest vw fanatic will tell you, mk7 refers to the seventhgeneration golf platform, which means that the 2015 golf r is a. Read our full instrumented test of the volkswagen golf r, an allwheeldrive turbocharged hoot of a hatchback. The best golf ever, by far, but perfection is a shortthrow shifter away. Mar 16, 2018 read our full instrumented test of the volkswagen golf r, an allwheeldrive turbocharged hoot of a hatchback.

Completely redesigned for 2015, the volkswagen golf lineup has become one of the most expansive families of compact hatchbacks extant, with three and fivedoor. The gtibased golf r is volkswagens latest gift to that crowd, and its far from a poops in a jar. Take it to the next level with a collection of 2015 volkswagen golf r accessories designed by our engineers to squeeze out every last drop of performance and capability. This is the principle on which volkswagen has based its golf r touch concept car. Rated at 292 horsepower and 280 lbft of torque, the golf r engine outguns the gtis by 72 ponies and 22 lbft.

Hands off with the volkswagen golf r touch at ces 2015 roadshow. Its a pricey upgrade over the already excellent gti, but the 2015 volkswagen golf r packs the power and allwheel drive performance to rival subarus wrx sti. The golf r is the understated and underrated antithesis of its redhot hatchback rivals such as the ford focus rs, subaru wrx sti, and honda civic type r. Search over 800 listings to find the best local deals. Right as the 2015 golf gti is going on sale, volkswagen gave us a quick ride in whats coming next. The volkswagen golf enters its seventh generation for 2015 and is completely redesigned, though the changes are subtle, beginning at the front with revised headlights and bumper, moving along to creased sides, with new taillights in the rear.

Used 2015 volkswagen golf r for sale with photos cargurus. The winner will be announced on thursday, october 1st on the motor trend channel. The golf r is a very serious sports car that will make its. Pro driver randy pobst hot laps the 2015 volkswagen golf r around mazda raceway laguna seca for motor trends 2015 best driver s car.

Read the story and check out the images at car and driver. Feb 08, 2015 the 2015 volkswagen golf r is a really hot hatchback. The golf r makes its world debut next tuesday at the 20 frankfurt auto show and is expected in showrooms in the spring, as a 2015 model. Applies if you have your financing arranged and does not include time needed for test driving the car 3 this dealer may deliver your vehicle. Part hothatch overlord, part luxurycar pretender, the vw golf r threw down at lightning lap 2015. Rated at 300 ps 290 hp, the car we drove was a europeanspec r with a manual. It was the winner of our 2015 best compact car for the money award and the winner of our 2015 best compact car for families award and a finalist for our 2015 best hatchback for the money award. Learn more about the 2015 volkswagen golf tsi s wsunroof 4door auto pzev interior including available seating, cargo capacity, legroom, features, and more. A host of driverassistance features are now standard on the golf. The gti is intended to function as a great driving car, but it has poor body control, it is rudely frontwheel drive in terms of feel, and theres no. Full performance test of the 2015 volkswagen golf r. The latest golf has a benzlike stiff structure and an audigrade interior. With our huge selection of racing, sport, and custom seats you can upgrade the look and feel of your 2015 volkswagen golf.

The 2015 volkswagen gti, the car that inspired the hot hatchback. It is, however, so expensive that only the diehards will dig it. The volkswagen golf r is one of 10 contenders competing for the title of 2015 best driver s car. Spirited drivers may prefer the highperformance volkswagen golf gti, which. After spending 40000 miles with our gti, we promise you wont get tired of it.

They aim to get you in and out in 60 minutes or less. See photos and read more about the hot vw golf r wagon. Read on for more driving impressions and photos on the 2015 volkswagen golf r here. The 2015 volkswagen golf and gti trade flashy looks for great interior and cargo space, especially in the sportwagen modelbut they dont give up anything for driving fun. In stark contrast to the economy car plastics found in the focus rs and the gratuitous red accents of the civic type r, the vws cabin is a classy place that any driver or rider can appreciate. Volkswagens golf r touch concept shows off the car. Pro driver randy pobst hot laps the 2015 volkswagen golf r around mazda raceway laguna seca for motor trends 2015 best drivers car. Youll grin as the 2015 volkswagen golf rs turbocharged engine responds with each stomp of the gas pedal, but a lack of driver involvement diminishes the fun, making this cars hefty. Completely redesigned for 2015, the volkswagen golf lineup has become one of the most expansive families of compact hatchbacks extant, with three. Full performance test of the 2015 volkswagen golf r european.

Need mpg information on the 2015 volkswagen golf r. Youll grin as the 2015 volkswagen golf r s turbocharged engine responds with each stomp of the gas pedal, but a lack of driver involvement diminishes the fun, making this car s hefty premium over the exceptional golf gti hard to stomach. Jun 05, 2014 right as the 2015 golf gti is going on sale, volkswagen gave us a quick ride in whats coming next. Unlike the frontwheeldrive gti, the golf r is sold exclusively with a haldex all wheeldrive system. Trust our nationwide network of local vw dealerships to help you do your part in keeping your vw at its best. We drive the 2015 volkswagen golf r on arctic ice because we can.

Rated at 300 ps 290 hp, the car we drove was a europeanspec r with a manual transmission, dcc adaptive dampers, and a full complement of gadgets. Unlike the frontwheeldrive gti, the golf r is sold exclusively with a haldex allwheeldrive system. It allows the driver to tailor the rs feel and feedback to suit the drivers tastes. Upon sitting in the 2015 volkswagen golf r for the first time, i immediately noticed its handbrake or, should i say, lack thereof. Search from 22 volkswagen golf r cars for sale, including a certified 2015 volkswagen golf r 4door and a used 2015 volkswagen golf r 4door. The 2015 volkswagen golf and gti trade flashy looks for great interior and cargo space, especially in the sportwagen modelbut they dont give. The 2015 volkswagen golf r takes the gti to another level. Sep 03, 20 the golf r makes its world debut next tuesday at the 20 frankfurt auto show and is expected in showrooms in the spring, as a 2015 model. Theres a beautiful white mk7 golf r on the floor at the frankfurt auto show, and were itching to slip behind the wheel. A sixspeed manual or eightspeed automatic are the two transmission choices.

All share the same architecture, vws new frontwheeldrive mqb platform. The 2015 volkswagen golf r may have been unveiled back in august, but that doesnt make us want one any less. Hands off with the volkswagen golf r touch at ces 2015. As we know, volkswagen translates as peoples car, and the original beetle brought freedom to the masses. Volkswagens golf r touch concept shows off the car cockpit. Get the most useful specifications data and other technical specs for the 2015 volkswagen golf 2door hb automatic tsi s. The 2015 volkswagen golf r is a really hot hatchback. Whether youre looking for better lighting performance on a budget, ease of fitment and maximum durability, or.