How much does the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R cost?

The 2016 Volkswagen Golf R has a starting MSRP of $35,650, ranging up to $38,995 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $35,650; w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation from $37,895.

What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R?

The 2016 Volkswagen Golf R achieves up to 25 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R have?

The 2016 Volkswagen Golf R offers up to 52.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

Is the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R safe?

The 2016 Volkswagen Golf R earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing.

How many trims does the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R come in?

The 2016 Volkswagen Golf R is available in 2 trims (4 total configurations) across Hatchback body styles with all wheel drive.

2016 Volkswagen Golf R

2 trims · 4 configurations · Hatchback

Starting MSRP

$35,650 – $38,995

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NHTSA safety

★★★★★

5 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★★

Frontal (passenger)★★★★☆

Side (driver)★★★★★

Side (passenger)★★★★★

Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Volkswagen Golf R? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on Base

Total price (Base MSRP)

$35,650

Typical monthly

$706/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-12). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2016 Volkswagen Golf R trims

Base
2 configurations
MSRP
$35,650 – $36,750
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
22/31
Horsepower
292 hp
Torque
280 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
52.7
Max towing
—
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation
2 configurations
MSRP
$37,895 – $38,995
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
22/31
Horsepower
292 hp
Torque
280 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
52.7
Max towing
—

Compare 2016 Volkswagen Golf R trim specifications
Spec	Base2 configurations	w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation2 configurations
MSRP	$35,650 – $36,750	$37,895 – $38,995
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	22/31	22/31
Horsepower	292 hp	292 hp
Torque	280 lb-ft	280 lb-ft
Engine	2L I4 gas	2L I4 gas
Seating	5	5
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Cargo (cu ft)	52.7	52.7
Max towing	—	—

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Basegas
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigationgas
Fuel type: Basepremium unleaded (recommended)
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigationpremium unleaded (recommended)
Cylinders: BaseI4
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and NavigationI4
Displacement: Base2 L
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation2 L
Horsepower: Base292 hp
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation292 hp
Torque: Base280 lb-ft
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation280 lb-ft
Transmission: Base6-speed manual
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation6-speed manual
Drivetrain: Baseall wheel drive
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigationall wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: BaseHatchback
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and NavigationHatchback
Doors: Base5
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation5
Seating: Base5
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation5
Length: Base168.4 in
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation168.4 in
Width: Base70.8 in
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation70.8 in
Height: Base56.5 in
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation56.5 in
Wheelbase: Base103.5 in
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation103.5 in
Ground clearance: Base4.8 in
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation4.8 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: Base22.8 cu ft
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation22.8 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: Base52.7 cu ft
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation52.7 cu ft
Max payload: Base970 lbs
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation970 lbs
Curb weight: Base3,283 lbs
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation3,283 lbs
Fuel tank: Base14.5 gal
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation14.5 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: Base25
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation25
City MPG: Base22
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation22
Highway MPG: Base31
w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation31

Full specifications by trim
Spec	Base	w/Dynamic Chassis Control and Navigation
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas
Fuel type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
Cylinders	I4	I4
Displacement	2 L	2 L
Horsepower	292 hp	292 hp
Torque	280 lb-ft	280 lb-ft
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Hatchback	Hatchback
Doors	5	5
Seating	5	5
Length	168.4 in	168.4 in
Width	70.8 in	70.8 in
Height	56.5 in	56.5 in
Wheelbase	103.5 in	103.5 in
Ground clearance	4.8 in	4.8 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	22.8 cu ft	22.8 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	52.7 cu ft	52.7 cu ft
Max payload	970 lbs	970 lbs
Curb weight	3,283 lbs	3,283 lbs
Fuel tank	14.5 gal	14.5 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	25	25
City MPG	22	22
Highway MPG	31	31