2025 Volkswagen Golf R
2 trims · Hatchback
Starting MSRP
$47,100 – $48,415
Key specifications
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Source: NHTSA · 1 recall on record
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Pricing
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MSRP by trim
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Purchase information
Based on Golf R Hatchback
Total price (Golf R Hatchback MSRP)
$47,100
Typical monthly
$933/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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Golf R Hatchback
- MSRP
- $47,100
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 22/31
- Horsepower
- 328 hp
- Torque
- 295 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2L I4 gas
- Seating
- 5
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 34.5
- Max towing
- —
Black Edition
- MSRP
- $48,415
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 22/31
- Horsepower
- 328 hp
- Torque
- 295 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2L I4 gas
- Seating
- 5
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 34.5
- Max towing
- —
| Spec | Golf R Hatchback | Black Edition |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $47,100 | $48,415 |
| Fuel economy (city/hwy) | 22/31 | 22/31 |
| Horsepower | 328 hp | 328 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine | 2L I4 gas | 2L I4 gas |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Cargo (cu ft) | 34.5 | 34.5 |
| Max towing | — | — |
Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.
Full specifications
Engine & drivetrain
- Engine type
- Golf R HatchbackgasBlack Editiongas
- Fuel type
- Golf R Hatchbackpremium unleaded (recommended)Black Editionpremium unleaded (recommended)
- Cylinders
- Golf R HatchbackI4Black EditionI4
- Displacement
- Golf R Hatchback2 LBlack Edition2 L
- Horsepower
- Golf R Hatchback328 hpBlack Edition328 hp
- Torque
- Golf R Hatchback295 lb-ftBlack Edition295 lb-ft
- Transmission
- Golf R Hatchback7-speed automated manualBlack Edition7-speed automated manual
- Drivetrain
- Golf R Hatchbackall wheel driveBlack Editionall wheel drive
Dimensions
- Body type
- Golf R HatchbackHatchbackBlack EditionHatchback
- Doors
- Golf R Hatchback4Black Edition4
- Seating
- Golf R Hatchback5Black Edition5
- Length
- Golf R Hatchback169.1 inBlack Edition169.1 in
- Width
- Golf R Hatchback70.4 inBlack Edition70.4 in
- Height
- Golf R Hatchback57.8 inBlack Edition57.8 in
- Wheelbase
- Golf R Hatchback103.5 inBlack Edition103.5 in
- Ground clearance
- Golf R Hatchback4.8 inBlack Edition4.8 in
Capacity & weight
- Cargo capacity
- Golf R Hatchback19.9 cu ftBlack Edition19.9 cu ft
- Max cargo capacity
- Golf R Hatchback34.5 cu ftBlack Edition34.5 cu ft
- Max payload
- Golf R Hatchback959 lbsBlack Edition959 lbs
- Curb weight
- Golf R Hatchback3,450 lbsBlack Edition3,450 lbs
- Fuel tank
- Golf R Hatchback14.5 galBlack Edition14.5 gal
Fuel economy & EV
- Combined MPG
- Golf R Hatchback25Black Edition25
- City MPG
- Golf R Hatchback22Black Edition22
- Highway MPG
- Golf R Hatchback31Black Edition31
| Spec | Golf R Hatchback | Black Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Engine & drivetrain | ||
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
| Displacement | 2 L | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 328 hp | 328 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 169.1 in | 169.1 in |
| Width | 70.4 in | 70.4 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 57.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 103.5 in |
| Ground clearance | 4.8 in | 4.8 in |
| Capacity & weight | ||
| Cargo capacity | 19.9 cu ft | 19.9 cu ft |
| Max cargo capacity | 34.5 cu ft | 34.5 cu ft |
| Max payload | 959 lbs | 959 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,450 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal | 14.5 gal |
| Fuel economy & EV | ||
| Combined MPG | 25 | 25 |
| City MPG | 22 | 22 |
| Highway MPG | 31 | 31 |
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2025 Volkswagen Golf R FAQ
- How much does the 2025 Volkswagen Golf R cost?
- The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R has a starting MSRP of $47,100, ranging up to $48,415 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Golf R Hatchback from $47,100; Black Edition from $48,415.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Volkswagen Golf R?
- The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R achieves up to 25 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
- How much cargo space does the 2025 Volkswagen Golf R have?
- The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R offers up to 34.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
- Is the 2025 Volkswagen Golf R safe?
- The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R earned an overall rating of Not Rated out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
- How many trims does the 2025 Volkswagen Golf R come in?
- The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R is available in 2 trims across Hatchback body styles with all wheel drive.