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2018 Volkswagen Golf R: Quick Overview
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2018 Volkswagen Golf R Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 2018 |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf R |
| Trim | - |
| Style | 4-Door All-Wheel Drive |
| Type | Sedan |
| Category | Compact Car |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Germany |
| Manufacturing City | WOLFSBURG |
Dimensions
| Doors | 4-Door |
| Curb Weight | - |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | - |
| Overall Length | - |
| Overall Width | - |
| Wheelbase Length | - |
| Standard Seating | 5 |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 2.0-L I4 |
| Engine Size | 2L |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Transmission Type | Automatic |
| Transmission Speeds | 6-Speed |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | Standard |
| Steering Type | - |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | - |
| Invoice Price | - |
| Delivery Charges | - |
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What Problems Does the 2018 Volkswagen Golf R Have?
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How long will the 2018 Volkswagen Golf R last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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What Colors Options are Available?
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2018 Volkswagen Golf R Prices and Market Value
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2018 Volkswagen Golf R Cost of Ownership
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2018 Volkswagen Golf R Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Fuel Capacity
37.1 liters
City Mileage
4.72 km/l
Highway Mileage
3.44 km/l
2018 Volkswagen Golf R Safety Rating
NHTSA
2018 Volkswagen Golf R Recalls & Defects
Seats:mid/Rear Assembly
Recall date
2018-11-14
Recall no.
18v803000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc. (Volkswagen) IS Recalling Certain 2018 Volkswagen E-Golf and Golf R Vehicles, and Audi A3 Sedan and RS3 Vehicles. THE Rear Seat Frame Head Restraint Guide Sleeves MAY BE Incorrectly Welded TO THE Seat Frame.
Consequence
IF THE Guide Sleeves ARE Incorrectly Welded, IN THE Event OF A Crash, THE Rear Seat Head Restraints MAY Have Reduced Stability, Increasing THE Risk OF Injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen and Audi Will Notify Their Owners, and Dealers Will Inspect THE Guide Sleeves FOR Incorrect Welds, Replacing THE Rear Seat Frame, AS Necessary, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began December 28, 2018. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-893-5298 or Audi Customer Service AT 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's Numbers FOR This Recall ARE 72h8 (Vw) and 72h9(Audi).
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall date
2018-12-05
Recall no.
18v864000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc. (Volkswagen) IS Recalling Certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R Vehicles. THE Fuel Hose Quick Connector MAY Detach From THE Fuel Supply Line IN THE Engine Bay, Resulting IN A Fuel Leak.
Consequence
A Fuel Leak IN THE Engine Compartment CAN Increase THE Risk OF A Fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Secure THE Fuel Line Connection, AS Necessary, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began January 11, 2019. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's Number FOR This Recall IS 20bi.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Unknown or Other
Recall date
2020-09-16
Recall no.
20v561000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc. (Volkswagen) IS Recalling Certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R and Atlas, 2017 Golf Alltrack and E-Golf and 2016-2018 Passat Vehicles. These Internal USE Vehicles Were Sold Without Confirmation That They Were Built TO All Applicable Regulatory Requirements and MAY Have Been Modified Prior TO Sale. AS Such, These Vehicles MAY Fail TO Comply With THE Requirements OF Various Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Consequence
Vehicles That DO NOT Meet All Regulatory Requirements MAY Have AN Increased Risk OF A Crash or Injury TO Vehicle Occupants.
Remedy
Volkswagen Will Notify Owners and Will Repurchase THE Vehicles. THE Recall Began October 6, 2020. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's Number FOR This Recall IS 01e9.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Unknown or Other
Recall date
2021-05-05
Recall no.
21v321000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc. (Volkswagen) IS Recalling Certain 2017 Touareg GP, Tiguan, Golf A6, E-Golf GP, Ccf, 2016-2017 Passat GP, 2018-2019 Golf R GP, and 2018 Atlas Vehicles. These Internal-use Vehicles Were Sold Without Confirmation That They Were Built TO All Applicable Regulatory Requirements and MAY Have Been Modified Prior TO Sale. AS Such, These Vehicles MAY Fail TO Comply With THE Requirements OF Various Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Consequence
Vehicles That DO NOT Meet All Regulatory Requirements MAY Have AN Increased Risk OF Injury, Crash, or Fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen Will Repurchase THE Vehicles. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed MAY 20, 2021. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's Number FOR This Recall IS 01f1.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
2018 Volkswagen Golf R Insurance
Insurance for a 2018 Volkswagen Golf R is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sedan with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 2018 Volkswagen Golf R Compare to Other Sedan?
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Final Verdict: Is the 2018 Volkswagen Golf R a Good Sedan?
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