The Redesigned 2022 Volkswagen Golf R
The Redesigned 2022 Volkswagen Golf R
The Legend Continues

CAPACITY
Seating
Doors
ENGINE
Liters/Type
Horsepower (hp)
Torque (lb-ft)
TRANSMISSION
Type
DRIVETRAIN
Type
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Estimated Fuel Economy (city / hwy)
STARTING MSRP
Volkswagen Golf R Manual

CAPACITY
5 Adults
4 Doors
ENGINE
2.0L Turbo
315 hp @ 6000 rpm
280 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
TRANSMISSION
6-speed manual
DRIVETRAIN
All-wheel Drive
FUEL CONSUMPTION
TBD
STARTING MSRP
Volkswagen Golf R Automatic

CAPACITY
5 Adults
4 Doors
ENGINE
2.0L Turbo
315 hp @ 5600 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
TRANSMISSION
7-speed DSG® automatic w/ Tiptronic® and Sport Mode
DRIVETRAIN
All-wheel Drive
FUEL CONSUMPTION
TBD
STARTING MSRP
See the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R For Sale Now
Drop by Volkswagen of Gainesville and let us tell you about the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R specs and features. With more power, precision, and fun than ever before, we know you’re going to love this redesigned hot hatchback.
One test drive will convince you that the latest Golf R is far more refined than its predecessors. Choose the manual or automatic transmission and you’ll get 315 horsepower that goes through its paces smoothly and with gusto. See the Golf R and the entire 2022 VW lineup now at Volkswagen of Gainesville.
Performance That Rocks
Like its most recent predecessor, the 2019 Volkswagen Golf, the 2022 model is equipped with a 2.0L Turbocharged engine. Thanks to innovations in technology, the new version has more horsepower and torque—at 315 hp and 310 lb-ft—making it the Golf R’s most powerful engine yet.
This engine comes with a standard 6- speed manual transmission or a 7-speed DSG automatic transmission with sport paddle shifters. Both work in tandem with the newly developed SDS+ Cross Differential system with dynamic traction support for increased accuracy of motion.
The updated engine is also paired with VW’s newly developed R-performance 4MOTION® all-wheel drive system with torque vectoring. This new AWD system can transfer 100% of the rear-wheel power to either wheel depending on the circumstance, so cornering takes on a whole new level of precision.
Another exciting new feature of the 2022 Golf R is the addition of a Driving Mode Selection system that includes Special and Drift Modes. In Drift mode, the maximum available torque is delivered to the outer rear wheel to help initiate a slide, followed by equal torque to both rear wheels to help sustain a smooth slide.
Drive Like a Pro with Golf R Technology
Standard Golf R technology has been amped up to make the driving experience more fun than ever. It starts with a customizable Digital Cockpit Pro instrument panel and a 10-inch touchscreen display that present all the data you need, so you can check your boost pressure, start a lap timer, and more.
Golf R Drivers also get a standard Head-Up display system that projects crucial information—speed, directions, safety info—right onto the windshield so there’s no need to glance away from the road. Other innovative features include a Wireless Smartphone Charger, Bluetooth® technology with audio streaming for compatible devices, and the Discover Pro touchscreen navigation system with a 10-inch display, proximity sensor, and voice control.
More Standard Safety and Driver Assist Features Than Ever
Volkswagen filled with new Golf R with safety and driver assist features that go above and beyond the norm—like standard Travel Assist. This feature uses both Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Assist features to let drivers know when their vehicle is starting to leave its lane or gets too close to the traffic ahead. It will then take control of the gas pedal, brakes, and steering to help maintain a set distance.
Drivers and passengers also benefit from standard Active Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Traffic Alert, Lane Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Dynamic Road Sign Display, Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist), High Beam Control, (Light Assist), Park Distance Control (front and rear), Parking Steering Assistant (Park Assist), and Pedestrian and Cyclist Monitoring.

Designed to Impress
The Golf R’s exterior is visually stunning, with unique elements that are optimized for aerodynamics and functionality—like LED accent lighting across the front grille, LED headlights, and the Adaptive Front-lighting System that turns the beams in the direction you steer.
Then, there’s the 19-inch machined aluminum-alloy wheels, matte silver exterior mirror caps, signature puddle lighting for front doors, R-performance rear-spoiler, and the R badging with uniquely solid chrome lettering that make it a true VW R model.
The Golf R also brings style and functionality inside with a power tilting/sliding panoramic sunroof, heated and ventilated Top Sport seats with Nappa leather, heated rear outboard seating, and 30-color adjustable interior ambient lighting that turns your cabin whatever color you want it to be.
Stop by Volkswagen of Gainesville
Stop by Volkswagen of Gainesville to hear more about the extra special 2022 VW Golf R and all of its amazing features. While you’re here, feel free to look over our entire 2022 Volkswagen lineup, and our large inventory of Certified Pre-Owned VW vehicles.