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2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R BASE
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback · 4-door · Gasoline
VIN WVWWF7AU6JW153774
FINAL ASSEMBLY POINT: WOLFSBURG, GERMANY
FINAL ASSEMBLY POINT: WOLFSBURG, GERMANY
Powertrain & mechanical
- Engine4-cyl, 2 L
- Horsepower292.00 hp
- TransmissionManual/Standard, 6-speed
- Drive typeAWD/All-Wheel Drive
- GVWRClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Standard safety equipment
- Front airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
- Side airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
- Curtain airbagsAll Rows
- Seat beltsManual
- ABSStandard
- Stability control (ESC)Standard
- Traction controlStandard
- Tire pressure monitoringIndirect
- Backup cameraStandard
- Forward collision warningStandard
- Automatic emergency brakingStandard
- Lane departure warningStandard
- Lane keep assistStandard
- Blind spot monitorStandard
- Adaptive cruise controlStandard
- Daytime running lightsStandard
- Keyless ignitionStandard
Body & dimensions
- Body styleHatchback/Liftback/Notchback
- Doors4
- Seats5 (2 rows)
- Wheelbase103.5 in
- Front wheels19 in
- Engine builderVW
Pricing & value
- Base MSRP (public record)$39,785
Safety recalls (4)
- Seats:mid/rear assembly
- Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Unknown or other
Top 3 of 4 campaigns shown. Check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
EPA Fuel Economy and Environment
24combined
MPG
MPG
21 city
29 highway
29 highway
Annual fuel cost
$3,200
You spend $5,000 more in fuel over 5 years vs the average new vehicle
$3,200
You spend $5,000 more in fuel over 5 years vs the average new vehicle
Greenhouse gas 5/10
Smog rating 3/10
CO2 366 g/mi
matched to EPA record: Golf R — Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo, All-Wheel Drive. Cost assumes 15,000 mi/yr at current EPA fuel prices (regular $4.15/gal). Actual results will vary. Source: fueleconomy.gov
GOVERNMENT 5-STAR SAFETY RATINGS
- Overall vehicle score★★★★★
- Frontal crash — driver★★★★★
- Frontal crash — passenger★★★★☆
- Side crash★★★★★
- Rollover★★★★☆
Star ratings range from 1 to 5 stars (★★★★★) with 5 being the highest. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nhtsa.gov
Vehicle data: NHTSA vPIC · EPA fueleconomy.gov · NHTSA safety ratings & recalls · Jul 5, 2026 · vincheck.me
