2026 Volkswagen Golf R
The 2026 Volkswagen Golf R is a midsize car, rated at 25 MPG combined by the EPA. No NHTSA recalls are on record for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 25
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $46,000
- Recalls
- 0
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Golf R |
| Model year | 2026 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 22 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 31 |
| Combined MPG | 25 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 349 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3100 |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 22 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 32% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $41,400
- Total interest
- $7,202
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≈ $1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (0)
No NHTSA recalls on record for this model year.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2026 Volkswagen Golf R is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway).
Is the 2026 Volkswagen Golf R reliable?
NHTSA has no recall campaigns on record for the 2026 Volkswagen Golf R, which is a positive reliability signal. Always check for the latest updates before buying.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2026 Volkswagen Golf R costs roughly $1,608 per year to fuel, or about $8,040 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2026 Volkswagen Golf R is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC