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The 2023 Volkswagen Golf R is a high-performance passenger car with a 2.0L turbocharged engine producing 315 hp. It features a range of advanced safety systems, including Dynamic Brake Support, Forward Collision Warning, and Rear Automatic Emergency Braking. The vehicle is equipped with standard Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Centering Assistance, and Blind Spot Warning. Manufactured in Wolfsburg, Germany, this hatchback boasts a sophisticated suite of technology and driver assistance features.

Decoded VIN:

Make

VOLKSWAGEN

Manufacturer Name

VOLKSWAGEN AG

Model

Golf R

Model Year

2023

Plant City

WOLFSBURG

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

GERMANY

Body Class

Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)

Transmission Style

Automatic

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

2000.0

Displacement (CI)

122.04748818946

Displacement (L)

2.0

Engine Model

TSI

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Engine Brake (hp) From

315

Other Engine Info

Test Group: PVGAV02.0V7B / Emission Std.: Tier3 BIN 70Lev3ULEV70

Turbo

Yes

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Other Restraint System Info

Seat Belt: Active-Dr/Pass & Advanced Front Airbags

Curtain Air Bag Locations

1st and 2nd Rows

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Standard

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Standard

Traction Control

Standard

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type

Indirect

Auto-Reverse System for Windows and Sunroofs

Standard

Event Data Recorder (EDR)

Standard

Keyless Ignition

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Standard

Crash Imminent Braking (CIB)

Standard

Blind Spot Warning (BSW)

Standard

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

Standard

Backup Camera

Standard

Dynamic Brake Support (DBS)

Standard

Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking (PAEB)

Standard

Automatic Crash Notification (ACN) / Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN)

Standard

Daytime Running Light (DRL)

Standard

Headlamp Light Source

LED

Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching

Standard

Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB)

Standard

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Standard

Rear Automatic Emergency Braking

Standard

Blind Spot Intervention (BSI)

Standard

Lane Centering Assistance

Standard

Most common problems:

Turbocharger failure

The turbocharger in high-performance engines like the TSI can be prone to failure due to high pressure and heat levels.

Carbon build-up

Direct-injection engines, such as the TSI, often experience carbon build-up on intake valves, which can affect performance and fuel efficiency.

Oil consumption

Some Volkswagen engines are known to consume more oil than average, requiring frequent top-offs between oil change intervals.

Timing chain issues

The TSI engines have been reported to experience timing chain tensioner failures, which can lead to severe engine damage if not addressed.

Cooling system problems

High-performance engines like those in the Golf R can have issues with the cooling system, potentially leading to overheating.

Fuel injector problems

Direct-injection engines can also face issues with fuel injectors, which may require cleaning or replacement.

Ignition coil failures

The ignition coils in Volkswagen engines are known to sometimes fail, leading to misfires and poor engine performance.

High repair costs

Due to the advanced technology and performance-oriented components, repairs for the Golf R can be more expensive than average.

Software/electronic issues

Modern vehicles, including the Golf R, can experience problems with the engine control software or other electronic systems, which may require updates or reprogramming.

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