Vw Golf R 2014
Volkswagen Golf R (2014 – 2020) At A Glance
Honest John Overall Rating
The Golf R is all extremely impressive, but despite its all-round capability it lacks the fizzy, characterful personality of some rivals, most notably the third generation Ford Focus RS.
Surefooted all-wheel drive handling, impressive performance, subtle styling, available as an estate
Less exciting than a Focus RS, estate is DSG auto only.
The Volkswagen Golf R sits at the top of the performance tree for this hatchback range, yet it doesn't shout about its abilities in the way it looks. Rather, the Golf R does its talking when you get behind the wheel and experience its turbocharged 2.0-litre engine with more than 300PS on tap. This is delivered through a four-wheel drive system to make sure every ounce is used to best effect, and you have a choice of manual or DSG automatic gearboxes. There are also three- and five-door hatches, and an estate for good measure.
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For anyone who likes the subtlety of the Volkswagen Golf GTI but wants more performance, the German firm has offered the R version for many years.
Rather than a faster version of the GTI, the R is very much a standalone model and this is emphasised by this top of the tree model having 4Motion all-wheel drive where the GTI makes do with front-drive.
The R is certainly restrained by the standard of rivals such as the Honda Civic Type R or Mercedes-AMG A35, but that doesn't mean there's anything shy or retiring about its performance. When launched in 2014, the three- and five-door hatch and the estate models all packed a 300PS 2.0-litre turbo petrol four-cylinder engine. There was also a choice of six-speed manual or DSG auto gearboxes.
Under the bonnet of the Golf R is a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol, putting out 300PS and 380Nm of torque. Importantly that torque is available right the way from 1800rpm to 5500rpm, so there is plenty of readily accessible overtaking performance almost regardless of which gear you are in.
In 2017, power was increased to 310PS and there was also the option of a Performance Pack. This did nothing to the power figure but relieved the R of its top speed limiter at 155mph. So, the hatch could march on to 166mph and the slightly more aerodynamic estate could hit 168mph.
The all-wheel drive system does a good job of transferring that power to the road. Acceleration from 0-62mph takes 5.1 seconds with the manual transmission and cornering grip is huge. The R can be driven with absolute confidence, despite its impressive performance, with great body control and accurate steering.
The DSG version needed just 4.6 seconds for the same sprint. In anyone's book, that makes the Golf R a very quick car indeed and one that only the very quickest of hatch rivals could get near, such as the Mercedes A35 and Ford Focus RS in its third generation with four-wheel drive and 2.3-litre motor.
Inside it's as restrained and well-made as any other Golf, with three-door, five-door and estate body styles offered. It is well-equipped, with climate control, a touchscreen navigation system, auto lights, auto wipers and cruise control included as standard, along with selectable drive modes.
Some might find the interior a little too similar to the Golf GTI's, but that's no bad thing in our book as the Golf's cabin is always a comfortable, superbly well built place to pass any journey.
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Ask Honest John
Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Golf R - which is better?
Both are fine for everyday use. Our money would go on the GTI - it's got a little less power but is arguably more fun than the Golf R. The Golf R is very good at getting you to your destination quickly, but it's not as involving to drive. Your money will go further on a used GTI, too.
Answered by Andrew Brady
Is a Volkswagen T-Roc R a logical upgrade from a Golf R?
There are some really strong savings to be had on nearly-new T-Roc R models, as long as you're not concerned about having a factory order or the latest registration plate. £35,000 will get you an ex-demo model with just a few thousand miles on the clock. That's a saving of around £6000 but it'll look and feel like new. If you like your Golf R, the Volkswagen T-Roc sounds like the perfect choice. Also consider a Cupra Ateca or BMW X2 M35i.
Answered by Andrew Brady
Can I get 19-inch all-season tyres?
All season tyres don't work with very low profiles because the tyre sidewalls are insufficiently compliant. I'd go with Pirelli P Zeros that work well on the Golf R and Golf GTI TCR and have a bead around the sidewall to protect alloy rims from kerbing. Check Tyres On The Drive (https://bit.ly/2ZlEVaR) and Blackcircles.com (https://bit.ly/2JM6bqG) for sizes and prices and read our Tyre Buying Guide (https://bit.ly/2wsFHBU)
The clutch in my newly bought Volkswagen Golf R is slipping - is the dealer we bought it from liable to pay for the repairs?
That seems to be very fair. Volkswagen only warrants a clutch for six months unless there is a proven defect. But if the car was sold to you in September, then it is fairly safe to assume that the damage was "present or developing" before you bought the car and the dealer who sold it to you is liable under the six month rule: https://www.honestjohn.co.uk/faq/consumer-rights All that said, people don't seem to realise that clutch life of a manual high performance car can be quite short and 10,000 miles is about the norm.
On the inside of an Volkswagen Golf R (2014 – 2020)
Interior Rating
The Golf R has different seat upholstery compared to other Golfs, but otherwise there isn't much to set the R apart from any other Golf, but that's not a bad thing, especially considering the standard equipment
- Boot space is 380–1620 litres
- Euro NCAP rating of five stars
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4258–5258 mm |
| Width | 2027 mm |
| Height | 1436–1515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2620–2637 mm |
| Full specifications | |
Starting with the basics, the Golf R gets it spot on with the driving position thanks to reach and angle adjustment for the steering column. The wheel itself is a flat-bottomed item and just the right thickness to feel sporty in your hands without being too chunky for a relaxed hold when cruising.
The front seats are not as heavily bolstered or sculpted as, say, a Honda Civic Type R's but they offer plenty of comfort and support. There's height and lumbar adjustment for the driver's chair and it's also set low enough for even the tallest driver to feel ensconced in the R.
The Golf R can still hold all of your weekly grocery shop without flinching and it will also carry a couple of adults in the back seats without making any occupant feel cramped or short on space.
Build quality is typical Volkswagen throughout the Golf R. Everything is solidly screwed together and material quality is excellent. The result is a car that fully justifies its added cost over other Golf models as it shows where that cash has been spent in the way it looks and feels. Even the R's doors seem to shut with a more premium thunk.
As standard, the Volkswagen Golf R came with a 6.5-inch touchscreen in the centre console to begin with. This was uprated to an 8-inch item and then, finally, a 9.2-inch version. All come with satellite navigation and are as simple to fathom and use as they are in every other Golf model equipped with this kit.
Earlier versions now feel a little dated in their graphics and how quickly they respond to the input of your finger, but they still function smoothly and can be paired with a smartphone using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
The last Golf R models make use of the excellent Discover Navigation Pro touchscreen with its 9.2-inch display that is a little bit easier to read on the move.
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Volkswagen Golf R (2014 – 2020) Value
Value for Money Rating
For the lowest possible insurance premium, you need the three-door Golf R with manual gearbox and 300PS engine. It sits in group 34 for its cover. Move up to the later models and they rise into group 39.
With the last of the line Volkswagen Golf R models from this seventh generation being sold with a list price of more than £35,500, a nearly new or pre-registered model makes sense. For anyone not bothered by being the second name in the logbook, you could save £5000 on the list price with a five-door, DSG-equipped R on sale for £30,500 with delivery mileage only on the clock.
Choosing to buy a used Golf R through Volkswagen's own approved used scheme is a safe bet as all the cars come with a 12-month used car warranty. They also have a year's roadside breakdown cover included, along with guaranteed mileage and history, and VW even offers five days of free insurance when you collect your car so you can just hop in and drive off.
For finance, Volkswagen's Solutions personal contract plan allows you to pay an initial deposit and monthly instalments. At the end of the deal, you can hand the car back, use it to part-exchange against another car or pay the balance to own it outright.
Look to older versions and a seven-year old with 70,000 miles under its grille will start at around £13,500. Move that forward to a three-year old with 30,000 miles to its name and the price will be from £20,000 whether you want a hatch or estate, manual or DSG gearbox.
There is a bit of variation in the Volkswagen Golf R's fuel economy figures, with the hatchback the most efficient on a claimed combined consumption of up to 40.4mpg with the DSG gearbox. However, Real MPG figures show this works out to 29.9mpg in daily driving. Using Real MPG data, we can see the 310PS DSG Estate comes out best with a true number of 32.4mpg.
As the last of the R models built on the seventh-generation Volkswagen Golf platform rolled out of the showrooms, they pay first-year road tax at £1305 due to carbon dioxide emissions of 195g/km. After that, all Golf Rs registered on or after 1 April 2017 will pay a flat fee of £150 for their Vehicle Excise Duty.
Golf Rs registered up to 31 March 2017 will need you to stump up £305 every 12 months for road tax, though they avoid the added £325 penalty for cars with an original list price of more than £40,000 that hits the likes of the Audi S3 and some Mercedes-AMG A35 models.
Real MPG average for a Volkswagen Golf R (2014 – 2020)
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Driving Volkswagen Golf R (2014 – 2020)
Driving Rating
The power steering gives good feel and feedback, so you know what's going at the other end and can adjust the car to suit.
- Engines range from 2.0 TSI 310 DSG Estate to 2.0 TSI 310 DSG
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 23–39 mpg
Handling and ride quality
It's less exhilarating than a Honda Civic Type R, which feels more boisterous through corners, plus they both sound better under hard acceleration. But many buyers will appreciate the Golf R for being more mature and, in fact, it's very easy to live with day to day.
Around town it's as refined and easy to drive as any other Golf, plus it has cruise control and a speed limiter to make life on the motorway easier. The ride quality is firm, but rarely ever harsh or uncomfortable, even on the optional 19-inch alloy wheels. Also, buyers can specify dynamic chassis control which adds variable damping, with Sport, Comfort or Normal settings linked to the selectable driving modes.
Thanks to its 300PS power output of its 2.0-litre turbo engine, the Volkswagen Golf R gets from 0-62mph in as little as 4.6 seconds with the DSG auto transmission, or 5.1 seconds with the manual.
The DSG gearbox makes the Golf R quicker off the line, but on the move there's nothing to split it and Golf R models with the manual gearbox. If you choose the estate model, you are limited to the DSG six-speeder as your only option. We prefer the manual simply because it brings the car and driver a bit closer together in the action.
Volkswagen supplies the Golf R with its 4Motion all-wheel drive and later models gained Front Assist and City Emergency Braking. The R also comes with Hill Hold function, Adaptive Cruise Control, parking sensors and Lane Assist, as well as Dynamic Light Assist and Traffic Sign Recognition. This is in addition to automatic headlights and wipers also being included in the GTI's specification.
The R also comes with twin front, side and curtain airbags, as well as a driver's knee 'bag. Every occupant gets a three-point belt and there are Isofix child seat mounts in the two outer rear chairs.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 TSI 300 | 40 mpg | 5.1 s | 165 g/km |
| 2.0 TSI 300 DSG | 39–41 mpg | 4.7–4.9 s | 159–163 g/km |
| 2.0 TSI 300 DSG Estate | 39 mpg | 4.9 s | 164 g/km |
| 2.0 TSI 310 | 38 mpg | 5.1 s | 180 g/km |
| 2.0 TSI 310 DSG | 40–41 mpg | 4.6 s | 160–163 g/km |
| 2.0 TSI 310 DSG Estate | 39–40 mpg | 4.8–5.1 s | 164 g/km |
Volkswagen Golf R (2014 – 2020) Models and Specs
The Golf R arrived in 2014 with 18-inch alloy wheels, R exterior body styling, matt chrome effect door mirrors, and dark light clusters.
There were also four oval tailpipes and a black diffuser under the back bumper. Inside, it has sport front seats, cloth and Alcantara upholstery, 6.5-inch touchscreen with DAB radio, Bluetooth connectivity, and navigation. You also get climate control, adaptive cruise control with speed limiter, auto lights, auto wipers and parking sensors.
The Performance Pack introduced in 2017 for £2300 brought 19-inch Spielberg alloy wheels, silver-painted and lighter R-Performance brake calipers and bigger front brake discs.
This pack also uncapped the top speed limiter, so the hatch could reach 166mph and the estate a flat-out 168mph. Towards the end of its life, the Golf R came with the Active Info 12.3-inch digital display that can be configured to suit the driver's preferences to show speed, revs, sat-nav map and other data.
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4258–5258 mm |
| Width | 2027 mm |
| Height | 1436–1515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2620–2637 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1361–1593 kg |
| Boot Space | 380–1620 L |
| Warranty | 3 years / 60000 miles |
| Servicing | 18000 miles |
| Spare Wheel | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Space-saving spare wheel | ||
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £31,685–£37,350 |
| Insurance Groups | 30–39 |
| Road Tax Bands | G–I |
| Official MPG | 37.7–40.9 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | 5 |
On sale until November 2020
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.0 TSI 300ps R DSG7 4Motion 5dr | £37,350 | 39.2 mpg | 4.9 s |
| 2.0 TSI 310PS R DSG7 4Motion 5dr | - | 39.2 mpg | 4.8 s |
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.0 TSI 300ps R DSG7 4Motion 3dr | £36,180 | 39.2 mpg | 4.7 s |
| 2.0 TSI 300PS R DSG7 4Motion 5dr | £36,180 | 39.2 mpg | 4.7 s |
| 2.0 TSI 310ps 6speed R 4Motion 3dr | £32,880 | 37.7 mpg | 5.1 s |
| 2.0 TSI 310ps 6speed R 4Motion 5dr | £33,535 | 37.7 mpg | 5.1 s |
| 2.0 TSI 310ps R DSG7 4Motion 3dr | £34,255 | 40.9 mpg | 4.6 s |
| 2.0 TSI 310ps R DSG7 4Motion 5dr | £34,910 | 40.4 mpg | 4.6 s |
On sale until May 2017
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.0 TSI 300ps R DSG6 4Motion 5dr | £34,455 | 40.4 mpg | 5.1 s |
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.0TSI 300 R 4Motion 3dr | £31,685 | 39.8 mpg | 5.1 s |
| 2.0TSI 300 R 4Motion 5dr | £32,340 | 39.8 mpg | 5.1 s |
| 2.0TSI 300 R DSG6 4Motion 3dr | £33,100 | 40.9 mpg | 4.9 s |
| 2.0TSI 300 R DSG6 4Motion 5dr | £33,755 | 40.9 mpg | 4.9 s |
On sale until April 2017
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.0 TSI 310ps R DSG7 4Motion 5dr | £34,985 | 39.2 mpg | - |
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.0 TSI 310ps 6speed R 4Motion 3dr | £31,865 | 37.7 mpg | - |
| 2.0 TSI 310ps 6speed R 4Motion 5dr | £32,520 | 37.7 mpg | - |
| 2.0 TSI 310ps R DSG7 4Motion 3dr | £33,280 | 40.9 mpg | - |
| 2.0 TSI 310ps R DSG7 4Motion 5dr | £33,935 | 40.4 mpg | - |
Good
- A subtle way to travel fast with unperturbable handling and poise in all conditions.
Bad
- Even with the ESC switched to Sport, it and the DSG transmission can interfere with the drive and bog the engine down coming out of corners.
- Haldex clutch requires an oil and filter change very 3 years.
- The 19-inch 'Pretoria' alloy wheels with 35 profile tyres are very easily buckled on the UK's pothole festooned roads and genuine VW replacements from a VW dealer arer at least £800 each.
- For some, the Golf R is too understated for a car of this pace.
What to watch out for
2-4-2017: Complaint of 2015 Golf R DSG hesitating for for a couple of seconds. "At this point things are sometimes desperate, for example at roundabouts, and I floor it. A second or so later I get a surge of acceleration, usually coupled with the sound of the approaching motorist's horn." Standard problem of delay between brake pedal switch and ECU.
27-10-2017: Report of clutch and DMF of Golf R Manual failing after 10,000 miles. Dealer estimated £1,500 to replace it.
19-1-2018: Report of 2016 VW Golf R 300 with DQ250 6-speed DSG needing a new clutch pack.
30-1-2018: Report of successful rejection of Golf R within the 30 Day Consumer Rights Act period because the virtual dash failed within the first week of ownership.
9-5-2018: Reader quoted £1600 to replace two buckled 19-inch 'Pretoria' alloy wheels.
7-8-2018: Report of December 2016 Golf R with 30,000 Miles occasionally failing to start. Started eventually first two times. Failed to start entirely the third time. Trailers to VW dealer, failed to start there, then after being left for 6 hours started. VW diagnostics showed nothing.
10-9-2018: Report of panoramic glass sunroof of 6 week old 2018 Golf R imploding while being driven. Owner quoted £1400 by the dealer to replace it.
16-10-2018: Report of "hot brake dust" damaging the lacquer on the alloy wheels of a 2015 Golf R.
6-11-2018: Report of failure of DQ500 7-speed wet clutch DSG in July 2017 Golf R 310PS at 7000 miles. O ff the road for just over three weeks due to production and shipping of the replacement DSG box from Germany.
2-11-2019: Sticky clutch problem reported with 2015 VW Golf R bought 1 month previously with 45k miles. W hen changing gears frequently at low speeds, or under rapid acceleration, the clutch pedal can often stick halfway down the throw and doesn't fully return. Stop/start not working when that happens. We think probably a problem with the dual mass flywheel finally starting to give up the ghost after mistreatment by the previous owner.
Model History
- November 2013: Volkswagen Golf R goes on sale
- November 2017: Performance Pack for Golf R DSG launched
- August 2018
November 2013
Volkswagen Golf R goes on sale
Prices start at £29,900 for 3-door with six-speed manual gearbox, and £31,315 for the 3-door with six-speed DSG gearbox. The 5-door versions cost £30,555 and £31,970 respectively.
Engine is four-cylinder 2.0-litre turbocharged EA888 TSI petrol as used in the latest Golf GTI, but with modified cylinder head, exhaust valves, valve seats and springs, pistons, injection valves and turbocharger produces 300PS from 5,500 to 6,200 rpm and 380Nm from 1,800 to 5,500 rpm. .
Zero to 60 mph takes 5.0 seconds or 4.7 seconds with optional DSG gearbox. Top speed electronically limited to 155 mph, but unlimited the car can do 170mph. Combined fuel consumption of 39.8 mpg (40.9 mpg DSG) on the EC cycle, and CO 2 emissions of 165 g/km (159 g/km DSG).
The R uses a fifth-generation Haldex 4MOTION four-wheel drive system. Under low loads or when coasting, the rear axle is decoupled, helping to reduce fuel consumption. Drive to the rear axle can be engaged in fractions of a second via the Haldex coupling, which is actuated by an electro-hydraulic pump. Almost 100 per cent of power can be transferred to the rear axle.
Ride height is 20 mm lower than the standard Golf's (5 mm lower than the GTI's), while Adaptive Chassis Control (DCC) is an option. For the first time, this offers a 'Race' mode, which increases damping, thereby reducing body movements. In conjunction with the driver profile selector (standard on all Golfs from SE), Race mode also attenuates throttle response, and alters the shift pattern of the DSG gearbox (where fitted).
On top of ESC Sport mode, as found on the GTI and GTD, which delays intervention of the electronic stability control system, the R offers the option fully to disengage the ESC, for track driving.
Visually, the R is distinguished by its new front bumper design, with large air inlets, modified radiator grille with 'R' logo and daytime running lights that are integrated into the standard bi-xenon headlights. At the side, there are bespoke body-colour sills, and matt chrome-capped door mirrors.
Standard wheels are 18-inch 'Cadiz' alloys with 225/40 tyres, while 19-inch 'Pretoria' alloys with 235/35 R19 tyres are optional. [WARNING, THE 19-INCH WHEELS ARE VERY EASILY BUCKLED AND COST A FORTUNE TO REPLACE.] The brakes are ventilated discs all round, and measure 30 mm by 340 mm at the front and 22 mm by 310 mm at the rear. For use in winter, 17-inch alloy wheels with 205/50 R17 cold weather or all weather tyres can be fitted.
The interior features cloth sports seats with Alcantara bolsters, with leather upholstery available as an option, while the instrument dials are bespoke for the R, and include typical touches such as blue needles.
November 2017
Performance Pack for Golf R DSG launched
Fitted at the factory, the new Performance Pack comprises the 'R-Performance' brake system, a derestricted top speed, and 19-inch 'Spielberg' alloy wheels. The hatchback version receives a rear roof spoiler, too. Collectively these enhancements are priced at £2300 (RRP).
Silver-painted callipers mark the 'R-Performance' brake system out from the standard set-up. A two kilogram weight saving contributes to the superior performance but it is the 'built pin discs' that provide a superior feel for the driver.
A top speed limited to 155 mph applies to the Golf R in both hatchback and Estate forms. However, that limit is removed when the Performance Pack is specified – thereby unleashing the full potential of the car's 310 PS 2.0-litre TSI engine. In derestricted form, the hatchback model will reach 166 mph and the Estate 168 mph.
Additionally, when the Performance Pack is specified, the 18-inch 'Cadiz' alloy wheels fitted to the standard Golf R are upgraded to 19-inch 'Spielberg' alloys. And customers of the hatchback model will have an extra rear spoiler lip fitted to their Golf R, which adds a useful 20 kilograms of downforce.
Alongside the arrival of the Performance Pack, Volkswagen is now also offering a bespoke sports exhaust package for hatchback versions of the new Golf R, whether they are equipped with a manual or a DSG gearbox. It is available separately for the hatchback Golf R and is priced at £2,975 (RRP).
August 2018
Power output of Golf R reduced from 310PS to 300PS in order to meet WLTP NOx, CO2 and fuel economy targets.
Source: https://www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/volkswagen/golf-r-2014/
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