Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also included. It is only available as a five-passenger, four-door hatchback with a 2.

Interior 5. Skip to Header Skip to Content. Latest Drives. Despite its performance potential, the Golf R is surprisingly comfortable, especially compared to other sport compacts. See all 16 reviews of the Volkswagen Golf R. The added R touches don't take anything away from that, making the Golf R a car you'd be happy to use every day. The fender sound system is absolutely outstanding. Write a review. Faster than the previous R and the Nurburgring-slaying front-drive limited-edition Clubsport S , as well as the new Seat Leon Cupra It gets a new Virtual Cockpit-style configurable digital instrument cluster and central infotainment system that can be controlled with gesture control.

You can also select the louder engine note individually. AWD assures there's no torque steer, either. View Photos. Quality 4. For ? They simply are not sufficiently strong to withstand the potholes of late Midwestern winters. Ford's mid-sized Transit Custom van gets a rugged new look and additional off-road ability courtesy of the Trail trim level. Stopping from 60 mph required only feet thanks in part to the summer tires, but that's still fantastic for any car. Our best GTI time is 6. The fender sound system is absolutely outstanding.

It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so. Simply research the type of car you're interested in and then select a used car from our massive database to find cheap prew-owned vehicles for sale near you. All versions get front, side, curtain and knee airbags, plus Isofix points for two child car seats in the back. Tire and wind noise is minimal, especially compared to other high-powered sport compacts. I say if you can find one, drive it, and you will smile like a lil kid. Assuming this vehicle hangs with me, I will probably buy it outright at the end of my lease. The cabin feels spacious, and the backseat offers plenty of leg- and headroom for even tall passengers. Everything made by VW is bad? As a performance machine, it doesn't disappoint.

The new Ford Fiesta ST Edition is a limited-run hot hatch targeted at driving purists, which features manually adjustable coilover suspension. A rearview camera is standard but not entirely necessary, and the same holds true for the advanced safety features. Follow DougRevolta. Despite its performance potential, the Golf R is surprisingly comfortable, especially compared to other sport compacts. Popular searches. In Normal mode, the steering can feel numb and overly light considering the car's sporting intent. It is, after all, a Golf, not a car that will cause you to go misty-eyed at its styling, nor turn many heads on the street. It gets a new Virtual Cockpit-style configurable digital instrument cluster and central infotainment system that can be controlled with gesture control.

With families flocking to SUVs and crossovers, estate versions of regular hatchbacks like the Golf are becoming something of a niche product. Now grow up. Interested in buying a Volkswagen Golf? Subscribe to our newsletter. The seats are superb, offering just enough side bolstering to keep the average person in place through turns without feeling confining the rest of the time. A real "Q" ship. There's plenty of torque right off the line, but power really explodes around 4, rpm. The reassuring, progressive pedal response is accompanied by good feedback.

Hope it proves reliable. Find new Find used Find a dealer. The ride is firm compared to similarly priced luxury cars, but it's a La-Z-Boy compared to some rival hot hatches. All Golfs are dull, or this Golf R is dull in all aspects? The new Ford Fiesta ST Edition is a limited-run hot hatch targeted at driving purists, which features manually adjustable coilover suspension. In Normal mode, the steering can feel numb and overly light considering the car's sporting intent. So, have you driven one? Jump to navigation. ZIP Code. Our best GTI time is 6.

Just to push you and repeat vrs' question: have you actually driven one? Subscribe to Autocar magazine. The traditional manual is also easy to use, even in bumper-to-bumper traffic. Haymarket Media Group, publishers of Autocar takes your privacy seriously. Ford Transit Custom. Read less. See full safety scores. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. Once you have identified a used vehicle you're interested in, check the AutoCheck vehicle history reports, read dealer reviews, and find out what other owners paid for the Used Volkswagen Golf R.

All Golfs are dull, or this Golf R is dull in all aspects? Follow DougRevolta. Write a review See all 16 reviews. All the engines are competitive when it comes to fuel economy and CO2 emissions. Now grow up. Golf Estate 1. Yes, this is a very expensive compact hatchback, but it's arguably the best in terms of practicality. I say if you can find one, drive it, and you will smile like a lil kid.

Are you as passionate about cars as we are? Log in or register to post comments xxxx. The car's greatest problem are its beautiful, very light alloy wheels. Which Golf R does Edmunds recommend? One option we particularly like and is standard on the Alltrack and R is the Active Info Display, which replaces the conventional dials with a customisable display for cars equipped with navigation. Happy motoring! Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid review. This is as good as it gets for cars in this class. It's as quiet as many popular sedans, it absorbs road irregularities with aplomb, and provides all the convenience of a four-door hatchback that can haul all kinds of stuff home from Best Buy and Home Depot.

However there aren't enough physical buttons, and it's annoying to change radio station or zoom the nav screen while on the move using a touchscreen. That said, if you want the ultimate in space for even less money, the Skoda Octavia estate is bigger again, with a 1,litre boot.. Overall Auto Express Rating. The new adaptive cruise control is terrific, but the lane-keeping system needs a good bit of work. The Volkswagen Golf R is a wildly entertaining hatchback with an abundance of power, the control of all-wheel drive and sporty handling that'll get your pulse racing. Frontal Barrier Crash Rating. The VW Golf R is one of the best all-round performance cars you can buy, with an incredible mix of blistering performance and everyday practicality. We will use your information to ensure you receive messages that are relevant to you. Yes, you should. We recommend Geneva motor show What Car?

However there aren't enough physical buttons, and it's annoying to change radio station or zoom the nav screen while on the move using a touchscreen. The Golf R is a car that many just can't understand. In this case, the quality matches the price. It is only available as a five-passenger, four-door hatchback with a 2. The seats are very comfortable, even after spending over 4 hours in the vehicle on the second day. Just to push you and repeat vrs' question: have you actually driven one? Your daily commute or your date doesn't have to suffer because of your weekend fun, but it's obviously less comfy than like-priced luxury cars. Even at S level it comes with a decent amount of kit, including remote locking, air-conditioning, electric front windows, and a touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth, DAB, and eight speakers.

Volkswagen Golf Estate - image gallery. Frontal Barrier Crash Rating. And how come the center console is bolted shut? Share on Facebook on Twitter. Small-item storage 4. Quality 4. Doing so could save you hundreds or thousands of dollars. Find new Find used Find a dealer. The Golf R's horsepower 2.

Scorecard Overall 4. AWD assures there's no torque steer, either. Ford Transit Custom. Although the driver must still keep their hands on the steering wheel at all times, the system enables the car to steer around obstacles, accelerate, and brake automatically. The Golf R sweetens the deal with standard leather and attractive blue stitching. Quick search Top 10s Latest car reviews Latest news Latest videos. All versions get front, side, curtain and knee airbags, plus Isofix points for two child car seats in the back. With 10 power adjustments for the driver and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, drivers of nearly any body type will be able to find their ideal position. Skip to Content Skip to Footer. Add your comment Log in or register to post comments.

For example, the entry-level 1. How about next time you have something to say, you justify your point, so it adds to the discussion rather than being unnecessarily insulting to everyone who comes here to actually read and talk about cars. Power is sent to all four wheels through either a standard six-speed manual transmission or an optional six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission DSG. Of course you say that: this magazine floods its pages with 'positive' VW stories and reports. Will not work chaps, the Golf is dull, uninspiring, and made by VW. Which Golf R does Edmunds recommend? Ford Transit Custom. All the engines are competitive when it comes to fuel economy and CO2 emissions. When going around turns, there's lots of grip, and it's predictable and manageable.

Overall Auto Express Rating. With families flocking to SUVs and crossovers, estate versions of regular hatchbacks like the Golf are becoming something of a niche product. The new Ford Fiesta ST Edition is a limited-run hot hatch targeted at driving purists, which features manually adjustable coilover suspension. The seven-speed DSG 'box changes up so quickly that you've barely had time to enjoy the acceleration before you're at the speed limit. Golf Estate 2. It is only available as a five-passenger, four-door hatchback with a 2. We recommend Geneva motor show What Car? See my comments on the following page. The 1.

Golf Estate 1. Skip to Header Skip to Content. Hope it proves reliable. Inevitably if you want all the driver assistance gizmos you need to pay extra for the privilege. And it's not designed to cosset the boss on a ride to a sales appointment. The car's greatest problem are its beautiful, very light alloy wheels. Select model. Are you as passionate about cars as we are?

Driving position 5. The engine isn't particularly exciting to use and the R feels heavier than the Honda while being less playful than the Ford in the corners. Read less. A rearview camera is standard but not entirely necessary, and the same holds true for the advanced safety features. Start the engine and an aggressive engine note ignites - albeit artificially enhanced - ready to be coaxed into a guttural growl or recede into the background on a motorway cruise. Even at S level it comes with a decent amount of kit, including remote locking, air-conditioning, electric front windows, and a touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth, DAB, and eight speakers. Visibility is superior all around, and a high seating position gives the driver an unobstructed outward view. Golf Estate 2.

List Price Estimate. The new Ford Fiesta ST Edition is a limited-run hot hatch targeted at driving purists, which features manually adjustable coilover suspension. Log in or register to post comments xxxx. Of course you say that: this magazine floods its pages with 'positive' VW stories and reports. Select model. The engine isn't particularly exciting to use and the R feels heavier than the Honda while being less playful than the Ford in the corners. See all for sale. Interested in buying a Volkswagen Golf?

After nearly 3 years of ownership with the MK7 Golf R I can confirm that the car is devastatingly quick across ground, especially in the wet, comfortable around town and on longer journeys with plenty of kit such as adaptive cruise control. The Golf R sweetens the deal with standard leather and attractive blue stitching. You can have a Golf Estate with 4WD, of course, both as a rugged Alltrack or bhp range-topping R, but on a standard 2. You made a blanket and totally un-explained statement, someone called you on it, and then rather than justify what you said so that we could all better understand your point, you doubled down on the total lack of justification. All versions get front, side, curtain and knee airbags, plus Isofix points for two child car seats in the back. How about next time you have something to say, you justify your point, so it adds to the discussion rather than being unnecessarily insulting to everyone who comes here to actually read and talk about cars. It is only available as a five-passenger, four-door hatchback with a 2. The 19 inch tires are wonderful,and I bought a set of 17 inch snows that will come in handy here in the northeast. The car's greatest problem are its beautiful, very light alloy wheels. Newsletter sign up.

It makes for a very comfortable cruiser both in town or on the motorway. Read less. Review Features Save. Scorecard Overall 4. Everything made by VW is bad? All Golfs are dull, or this Golf R is dull in all aspects? Is it better to lease or buy a car? Even at S level it comes with a decent amount of kit, including remote locking, air-conditioning, electric front windows, and a touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth, DAB, and eight speakers.

Seat comfort 5. The cabin feels spacious, and the backseat offers plenty of leg- and headroom for even tall passengers. Log in or register to post comments abkq. The Golf R is an all-rounder with which few come close to matching in all disciplines. Citroen C3 1. Whatever you, do not compare this car to the previous generation Golf-R. The 1. Our best GTI time is 6.

I say if you can find one, drive it, and you will smile like a lil kid. Happy motoring! The manual does carry a performance deficit over the automatic - in three pedal guise the R gets from mph in 5. Everything made by VW is bad? The Golf Estate is also brilliant at the basics, with loads of seat and steering wheel adjustment, along with comfortable, supportive seats. VW's quoted Frontal Barrier Crash Rating. Subscribe to Autocar magazine. The new Ford Fiesta ST Edition is a limited-run hot hatch targeted at driving purists, which features manually adjustable coilover suspension. Visibility 5.

I love my new golf R! It even returns fairly palatable fuel economy. The new Ford Fiesta ST Edition is a limited-run hot hatch targeted at driving purists, which features manually adjustable coilover suspension. Volkswagen Golf Estate - image gallery. Yes, you should. So, have you driven one? All the engines are competitive when it comes to fuel economy and CO2 emissions. There is supposed to be a limited quantity of these this year. Stopping from 60 mph required only feet thanks in part to the summer tires, but that's still fantastic for any car. See my comments on the following page.

We recommend Geneva motor show What Car? Find new Find used Find a dealer. We recommend upgrading to the optional dual-clutch automatic transmission for improved acceleration. New Ford Transit Custom Trail van review. It's ridiculous that you should stand behind maturity and intellect, then completely fail to justify your point on any logical terms. Little has changed from the pre-facelift model, but the Golf still scores well. Share review. Sign Up.

Drivability 5. Subscribe to our newsletter. The Golf R is an all-rounder with which few come close to matching in all disciplines. Tire and wind noise is minimal, especially compared to other high-powered sport compacts. The new adaptive cruise control is terrific, but the lane-keeping system needs a good bit of work. Unlike other high-dollar sport compacts, the regular Golf already has a near-luxury cabin with superior materials and switchgear. Driver-centric controls are close, clearly labeled and easy to use. Now grow up. Hatchbacks are not everyone's cup of tea, but if you are a hatchback type of person, IMHO, this one is very hard to beat.

You sound like an absolute tool. For example, the entry-level 1. The car's greatest problem are its beautiful, very light alloy wheels. Skip to Header Skip to Content. To look at: thoroughly unremarkable. Everything works and sounds new despite many miles and 3 years of hard use. It was second in a repeat of the test a year ago. The new Ford Fiesta ST Edition is a limited-run hot hatch targeted at driving purists, which features manually adjustable coilover suspension.

All Golfs are dull, or this Golf R is dull in all aspects? The manual does carry a performance deficit over the automatic - in three pedal guise the R gets from mph in 5. With families flocking to SUVs and crossovers, estate versions of regular hatchbacks like the Golf are becoming something of a niche product. Will not work chaps, the Golf is dull, uninspiring, and made by VW. Additional words by: Auto Trader. Additionally, VW needs to do some work with its proximity warning system and integrated navigation system. I say if you can find one, drive it, and you will smile like a lil kid. A base model Golf R is available in very limited quantities with standard feature highlights that include inch wheels with performance tires, adaptive xenon headlights, heated mirrors, a rear spoiler, keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, a way power driver seat, heated front seats, VW Car-Net emergency telematics and infotainment, Bluetooth, a 6. Words by: Pete Tullin. It's expensive to buy, though, and the mighty Ford Focus RS still offers better value for hot hatch fans.

The traditional manual is also easy to use, even in bumper-to-bumper traffic. The 1. Hope it proves reliable. The manual does carry a performance deficit over the automatic - in three pedal guise the R gets from mph in 5. You can also use the Active Info display behind the steering wheel to see the sat-nav directions, though, which is a great system and one that can be customised in just the way you want it to look. Wide and tall doors with a moderately high seat make this an easy car to get into and out of, especially for its size. Of course, since this is a performance car, there's been the obligatory power boost, and the new car now gets bhp from its 2. Hide it in plain sight among a fleet of family hatchbacks and only a select few will feel their eyes drawn to the R badge.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating. Depending on which version of the Golf Estate you choose, you get different suspension setups. Jump to navigation. Scorecard Overall 4. Ruts and bumps are well-damped and rarely harsh. Happily, the R's chassis is never overwhelmed by the performance on offer , displaying poise, genuine adjustability and unrelenting grip, thanks to the standard all-wheel drive setup. So, have you driven one? The car is very impressive in the corners too, with loads of grip and strong brakes that give you confidence on entry.

Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid review. Regardless, the Volkswagen Golf Estate is still a class act, thanks to its beautifully built interior, superb powertrains, sweet driving characteristics and excellent versatility. The car's greatest problem are its beautiful, very light alloy wheels. Braking 5. With 10 power adjustments for the driver and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, drivers of nearly any body type will be able to find their ideal position. The Golf R is a car that many just can't understand. List Price Estimate. If you're set on a hot Golf, consider the GTI, as it's significantly cheaper while still being great fun.

Find new Find used Find a dealer. It's as quiet as many popular sedans, it absorbs road irregularities with aplomb, and provides all the convenience of a four-door hatchback that can haul all kinds of stuff home from Best Buy and Home Depot. Golf Estate 1. Honda's figured that one out, VW should, too. Skip to Content Skip to Footer. Diesel choices start with a 1. Cargo space 4. Latest Drives.

The Volkswagen Golf R is a wildly entertaining hatchback with an abundance of power, the control of all-wheel drive and sporty handling that'll get your pulse racing. Regardless, the Volkswagen Golf Estate is still a class act, thanks to its beautifully built interior, superb powertrains, sweet driving characteristics and excellent versatility. The new Ford Fiesta ST Edition is a limited-run hot hatch targeted at driving purists, which features manually adjustable coilover suspension. And how come the center console is bolted shut? We recommend Geneva motor show What Car? The Golf R is an all-rounder with which few come close to matching in all disciplines. Match trim is well worth the upgrade, though, given it includes front and rear parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, touchscreen navigation and smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink. Frontal Barrier Crash Rating. Share this on Twitter Share this on Facebook Email.

Interior 5. The Volkswagen Golf R is a wildly entertaining hatchback with an abundance of power, the control of all-wheel drive and sporty handling that'll get your pulse racing. Skip to Header Skip to Content. Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid review. What's it like? Roominess 5. Sponsored cars related to the Golf R. Diesel choices start with a 1. Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2.

Haymarket Media Group, publishers of Autocar takes your privacy seriously. My Account. Appraise this car. The car is scary quick, and goes exactly where you point it. Handled well in snow with high performance all season tires. The car's greatest problem are its beautiful, very light alloy wheels. Although the driver must still keep their hands on the steering wheel at all times, the system enables the car to steer around obstacles, accelerate, and brake automatically. You can also select the louder engine note individually. The manual does carry a performance deficit over the automatic - in three pedal guise the R gets from mph in 5. As part of the recent round of updates for the ever-popular Volkswagen Golf range, the Golf R hot hatch has been refreshed.

Have you ever driven one Review Features Save. Should I buy one? Nothing has gone wrong, fallen off and even things such as insurance are relatively cheap considering sub 5 second Compare its acceleration, handling, and braking statistics, for example, to those of the last generation C5 Corvette. Just to push you and repeat vrs' question: have you actually driven one? Ford's mid-sized Transit Custom van gets a rugged new look and additional off-road ability courtesy of the Trail trim level. Overall rating 4. The car is very impressive in the corners too, with loads of grip and strong brakes that give you confidence on entry. Utility 4.