WVWWF7AU3JW269224

The 2018 Volkswagen Golf R is a high-performance all-wheel-drive passenger car equipped with a 2.0L gasoline engine producing 292 hp. It seats five and includes advanced safety features like Dynamic Brake Support, Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Warning, and Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking as standard. The vehicle also boasts Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Warning, a backup camera, and parking assist. Manufactured in Wolfsburg, Germany, it offers a premium driving experience with a manual 6-speed transmission and a base price of $39,785.

Decoded VIN:

Make

VOLKSWAGEN

Manufacturer Name

VOLKSWAGEN AG

Model

Golf R

Model Year

2018

Plant City

WOLFSBURG

Series

Base w/DCC & Nav.

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

GERMANY

Base Price ($)

39785

Body Class

Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Wheel Base (inches) From

103.5

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Number of Wheels

Wheel Size Front (inches)

Wheel Size Rear (inches)

Steering Location

Left-Hand Drive (LHD)

Number of Seats

Number of Seat Rows

Transmission Style

Manual/Standard

Transmission Speeds

Drive Type

AWD/All-Wheel Drive

Axles

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

2000

Displacement (CI)

122.0474881894

Displacement (L)

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Engine Brake (hp) From

292.00

Other Engine Info

Gasoline(50-st);Emissions Certification Test Group: JVGAV02.0AUA Federal/California Emission Standard: Bin 125/ LEVII ULEV

Engine Manufacturer

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Other Restraint System Info

Advanced Front Airbags

Curtain Air Bag Locations

All 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

Active Safety System Note

Crash Optimized front end, Intelligent Crash Response System

Auto-Reverse System for Windows and Sunroofs

Standard

Keyless Ignition

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Standard

Crash Imminent Braking (CIB)

Standard

Blind Spot Warning (BSW)

Standard

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

Standard

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

Standard

Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA)

Standard

Backup Camera

Standard

Parking Assist

Standard

Dynamic Brake Support (DBS)

Standard

Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking (PAEB)

Standard

Daytime Running Light (DRL)

Standard

Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching

Standard

Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB)

Standard

Most common problems:

Turbocharger failure

The turbocharger in the 2018 Volkswagen Golf R can be prone to failure, often due to oil starvation, contaminated oil, or general wear and tear.

Carbon build-up

Direct injection engines, like the one in the Golf R, can suffer from carbon build-up on the intake valves, leading to rough idling, misfires, and reduced performance.

High-pressure fuel pump failure

The high-pressure fuel pump is critical in direct injection engines and can fail, leading to poor engine performance and starting issues.

Cooling system problems

The cooling system components, including the water pump and thermostat, can fail, leading to overheating and potential engine damage.

Ignition coil failure

Ignition coils can fail, causing misfires, rough idling, and a loss of power. This is a common issue in many VW engines.

Timing chain tensioner issues

The timing chain tensioner can fail, leading to a loose timing chain which can cause engine misfires, rough running, and severe engine damage if not addressed.

LATEST VINS