2022 Volkswagen Golf R
1 trim · 2 configurations · Hatchback
Starting MSRP
$44,090 – $44,890
Key specifications
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Source: NHTSA · 5 recalls on record
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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
$44,090
Starting MSRP
Purchase information
Based on Base
Total price (Base MSRP)
$44,090
Typical monthly
$873/mo
Avg. APR
7.00%
60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-10-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.
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Base
2 configurations
- MSRP
- $44,090 – $44,890
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 20/28
- Horsepower
- 315 hp
- Torque
- 280 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2L I4 gas
- Seating
- 5
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 34.5
- Max towing
- —
| Spec | Base2 configurations |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $44,090 – $44,890 |
| Fuel economy (city/hwy) | 20/28 |
| Horsepower | 315 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft |
| Engine | 2L I4 gas |
| Seating | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Cargo (cu ft) | 34.5 |
| 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
- gas
- Fuel type
- premium unleaded (recommended)
- Cylinders
- I4
- Displacement
- 2 L
- Horsepower
- 315 hp
- Torque
- 280 lb-ft
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- all wheel drive
Dimensions
- Body type
- Hatchback
- Doors
- 5
- Seating
- 5
- Length
- 168.9 in
- Width
- 70.4 in
- Height
- 57.7 in
- Wheelbase
- 103.5 in
- Ground clearance
- 4.7 in
Capacity & weight
- Cargo capacity
- 19.9 cu ft
- Max cargo capacity
- 34.5 cu ft
- Max payload
- 915 lbs
- Curb weight
- 3,417 lbs
- Fuel tank
- 14.5 gal
Fuel economy & EV
- Combined MPG
- 23
- City MPG
- 20
- Highway MPG
- 28
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine & drivetrain | |
| Engine type | gas |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Cylinders | I4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 315 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
| Dimensions | |
| Body type | Hatchback |
| Doors | 5 |
| Seating | 5 |
| Length | 168.9 in |
| Width | 70.4 in |
| Height | 57.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in |
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in |
| Capacity & weight | |
| Cargo capacity | 19.9 cu ft |
| Max cargo capacity | 34.5 cu ft |
| Max payload | 915 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,417 lbs |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal |
| Fuel economy & EV | |
| Combined MPG | 23 |
| City MPG | 20 |
| Highway MPG | 28 |
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2022 Volkswagen Golf R FAQ
- How much does the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R cost?
- The 2022 Volkswagen Golf R has a starting MSRP of $44,090, ranging up to $44,890 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $44,090.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R?
- The 2022 Volkswagen Golf R achieves up to 26 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
- How much cargo space does the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R have?
- The 2022 Volkswagen Golf R offers up to 34.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
- Is the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R safe?
- The 2022 Volkswagen Golf R earned an overall rating of Not Rated out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
- How many trims does the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R come in?
- The 2022 Volkswagen Golf R is available in 1 trim (2 total configurations) across Hatchback body styles with all wheel drive.