Uploaded May 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The formula is a simple one: performance provided by a 3.2-litre 250 PS V6 engine; 0 to 62 mph in 6.2 seconds; a top speed (limited) of 155 mph and 4MOTION intelligent four-wheel drive combine with the Golf's traditional values of interior space, comfort, refinement, driver enjoyment and highly competitive front-end price and running costs.
The Volkswagen Golf R32 is available in three and five-door guises, with a choice of six-speed manual or DSG automatic transmission. Volkswagen's innovative DSG gearbox combines the convenience of an automatic with the efficiency and driving qualities of a manual. Unlike most automatics it can produce even better performance than a manual as can be seen from the acceleration figures: 6.2 seconds to 62 mph for the DSG against 6.5 seconds for the manual.
With the UK firmly established as the world's leading market for the Golf GTI, it comes as little surprise that the R32 is highly sought-after. The UK's original allocation of 450 cars sold out shortly after the car went on sale; while continued heavy demand for the vehicle means residual values remain high.
The formula is a simple one: performance provided by a 3.2-litre 250 PS V6 engine; 0 to 62 mph in 6.2 seconds; a top speed (limited) of 155 mph and 4MOTION intelligent four-wheel drive combine with the Golf's traditional values of interior space, comfort, refinement, driver enjoyment and highly competitive front-end price and running costs.
The Volkswagen Golf R32 is available in three and five-door guises, with a choice of six-speed manual or DSG automatic transmission. Volkswagen's innovative DSG gearbox combines the convenience of an automatic with the efficiency and driving qualities of a manual. Unlike most automatics it can produce even better performance than a manual as can be seen from the acceleration figures: 6.2 seconds to 62 mph for the DSG against 6.5 seconds for the manual.
With the UK firmly established as the world's leading market for the Golf GTI, it comes as little surprise that the R32 is highly sought-after. The UK's original allocation of 450 cars sold out shortly after the car went on sale; while continued heavy demand for the vehicle means residual values remain high.
