Volkswagen Golf R 3-Door
Mk7 R · launched Jun 6 2014 · Hatchback · CBU
The Volkswagen Golf R 3-Door is the mid-spec of 4 Golf R variants, priced at RM253,060.
Colours — exterior
- Deep Black Pearl
- Lapiz Blue Metallic
- Pure White Solid
- Tornado Red Solid
How this variant compares
3-Door is RM6,000 cheaper. The 3-Door lists the same equipment — the difference is trim or colour.
5-Door with Tech Pack costs RM34,000 more and adds Child Safety Lock, Sunroof, Rear Air-con, Cruise Control, Auto Headlamps, Auto Wipers, Navigation, Parking Sensor Front, Parking Sensor Rear and Reverse Camera.
Powertrain
- Engine Tech
- 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing
- Capacity
- 1,984 cc
- Horsepower
- 277 hp at 5,700 rpm
- Torque
- 380 Nm at 1,750 rpm
- Cylinder Arrangement
- Inline 4
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Bore × Stroke
- 82.5 mm × 92.8 mm
- Compression Ratio
- 9.8
Drivetrain
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Transmission Name
- DSG
- Gears
- 6
- Transmission Manufacturer
- BorgWarner
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
- 0-100 km/h
- 5 seconds
- Rated Economy
- 6.9 L/100 km
- Top Speed
- 250 km/h
- Co2
- 159 g/km
Dimensions
- Length
- 4,276 mm
- Width
- 1,799 mm
- Height
- 1,436 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,630 mm
- Weight
- 1,495 kg
- Fuel Tank
- 55 litres
- Doors
- 3
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 380 litres
- Front Tyre
- 225/40R18
- Rear Tyre
- 225/40R18
Chassis
- Assembly
- Germany (CBU)
- Front Suspension
- MacPherson Strut
- Rear Suspension
- Multi-link
- Front Wheels
- 18" Cadiz Alloy
- Rear Wheels
- 18" Cadiz Alloy
- Steering
- Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Crash Safety Ratings
- EuroNCAP
- 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control
- ANCAP
- 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control
Safety
- Airbags
- 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
- ABS/EBD
- ✓
- Stability Control
- ✓
- Alarm
- ✓
- Immobilizer
- ✓
- Airbag Disable Function
- ✓
- Seat Belts
- 5 Three-point
- ISOFIX
- Available for two outer rear passenger seats
Lighting
- Headlamps
- Adaptive Bi-Xenon Projector
- Taillamps
- LED Combination
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- ✓
- Rear Foglamps
- ✓
- Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
- ✓
Cabin
- Front Seats
- Manual Adjustment
- Rear Seats
- 60:40 Split-folding
- Front Air-con
- Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control
- Power Sockets
- 1 Front, 1 Rear
- Interior Lighting
- Map Lights and Ambient Lights
- Cup Holders
- 2 Front, 2 Rear
- Audio
- 5.8" Composition Media Touchscreen CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 8 Speakers
Comfort & access
- Power Windows
- Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
- Engine Start
- Manual Key
- Locks
- Remote Control Activation
- Boot Operation
- Remote Control Activation
Driving aids
- Auto Start/Stop
- ✓
- Tiptronic
- ✓
- Paddle Shift
- ✓
- Hill Start Assist
- ✓
Steering wheel
- Steering Audio Control
- ✓
- Steering Tilt
- ✓
- Steering Telescopic
- ✓
Infotainment
- Bluetooth
- ✓
Warranty
- Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
- Unlimited
- Warranty Mileage Extended
- Unlimited
- Warranty Manufacturer
- 2 years
- Warranty Extended
- 3 years
3-Door FAQ
How much is the Volkswagen Golf R 3-Door in Malaysia?
The Volkswagen Golf R 3-Door was priced at RM253,060 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance). It is no longer on sale.
What is the difference between the 3-Door and the 3-Door?
The 3-Door costs RM6,000 more than the 3-Door but lists the same equipment — the difference is down to trim or colour.
Is it worth paying more for the 5-Door with Tech Pack?
The 5-Door with Tech Pack costs RM34,000 more than the 3-Door and adds Child Safety Lock, Sunroof, Rear Air-con, Cruise Control, Auto Headlamps, Auto Wipers, Navigation, Parking Sensor Front, Parking Sensor Rear and Reverse Camera — worth it only if you want that kit.
