2022 Volkswagen Golf R for Sale in Bay City, MI

2022 VW Golf R
BASE MSRP: $44,640
Horsepower: 315
Estimated City MPG: 24
Estimated Highway MPG: 34

Get to Know the 2022 VW Golf R

Reentering the United States hatchback market after a brief hiatus, the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R is poised to remind mid-Michigan consumers why it is the pinnacle of hatchback design and performance. The sportiest member of the Golf family of hatchbacks, the Golf R makes sure everyone in the vehicle has a sensational experience. Built on the newest Mk8 platform, the handling and overall speed that this vehicle produces are sure to get hearts pounding quickly. Add reliable and modernized Volkswagen technology implementations to the mix, and drivers have a fantastic option for a scintillating Michigan ride.

2022 VW Golf R Trims

There is only one trim level available for the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R. However, this trim is loaded with all the premium features and elite precision that customers would want. With its innovative new driving platform, the Golf R brings a side of Volkswagen engineering that accentuates every input from the driver. Ideal for Michigan driving all year long, the Golf R will also come standard with the excellent 4Motion® AWD system.

2022 VW Golf R: MSRP from $44,640

Performance

The Mk8 platform that the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R is built on brings a new era of Volkswagen performance to the table. Sporting its turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine and paired with either a six-speed manual or seven-speed automatic transmission, the ride in the Golf R is both refined and impactful. Sitting at 315 horsepower, the engine churns out impressive acceleration that makes any cruise around Michigan a sensational experience. For impeccable handling in any weather that Michigan can throw at you, the standard 4Motion® AWD system makes steering accurately a breeze. To further add to the versatile nature of the hatchback, the Golf R is fitted with a Drive Mode Selector. Through this system, drivers can set their vehicle up in one of six different handling configurations to best suit the situation they are currently facing. Also boasting an EPA-estimated 24 MPG city/34 MPG highway fuel economy, this incredibly sporty vehicle is also remarkably fuel efficient. 

Interior Features

Not only has the performance of the 2022 VW Golf R been greatly enhanced since its last iteration in the United States, but the interior has been given careful consideration as well. The seating has been wrapped in appealing Nappa leather for optimal comfort and visual beauty. Something new for Volkswagen is the inclusion of an expansive ambient lighting system. Boasting 30 different customizable colorations lets drivers really feel like they are making their Golf R their own. Innovation continues on the dashboard with the new 10.2-inch Digital Cockpit Pro system which allows for extensive personalization of the displays for the speedometer and other similar meters. From the 10-inch touchscreen, the built-in infotainment system provides access to several media applications that cater to today’s passengers. These include Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and navigation functionality for those who opt for it.  

Safety Features

Starting with the 4Motion® AWD platform that it rides on, the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R is catered to giving drivers confidence in whatever situation they find themselves navigating in. Supplemented by a wide array of driver assistance features, the Golf R is an impressively safe vehicle to cruise around in. This includes Automatic Emergency Braking with additional Forward Collision Warning to keep the road in front of the Golf R appropriately monitored and protected. The Volkswagen even helps keep itself in its lane with the combination of Lane Keeping Assist and Lane Departure Warning systems. Standard Adaptive Cruise Control makes long highway trips much less tiring on the driver as the hatchback handles the speed-related aspects of a journey so that more focus and energy can be placed on monitoring the road.

Learn More About the 2022 VW Golf R at Thelen Volkswagen

Designed to be the hatchback that pushes the limits of performance while still providing great comfort, the 2022 VW Golf R is going to be a super choice for the discerning mid-Michigan driver. If you are interested in finding out more about this deluxe Volkswagen model, we encourage you to visit Thelen Volkswagen located in Bay City, MI. Highly rated by customers from cities such as Midland, Saginaw, and Mt. Pleasant, we make shopping for new VW models a hassle-free process. 

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