Volkswagen Golf R weight

Volkswagen Golf R curb weight affects the fuel efficiency, handling, and overall driving experience. A heavier Golf R may have a more stable ride and handle better in adverse weather conditions, but it may also require more fuel and have slower acceleration.

On the other hand, a lighter Volkswagen Golf R may boast of better MPG and quicker acceleration, though it may also have reduced stability and less control on the road.

The lightest Volkswagen Golf R was produced in 2019 with a weight of 3300 lbs. And the heaviest model came off the production line in 2022 with 3417 lbs pounds in curb weight.

Explore the data below and compare how other Volkswagen Golf R body mass parameters like gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and payload capacity changed between the generations.

  • 2022 Volkswagen Golf R

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  4453 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3417 lbs
    • Payload –  915 lbs
    • Maximum cargo capacity –  34.5 cu.ft.
    • Fuel tank –  14.5 gal
  • 2019 Volkswagen Golf R

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  4365 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3300 lbs
    • Payload –  959 lbs
    • Maximum cargo capacity –  52.7 cu.ft.
    • Maximum towing capacity –  999 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  14.5 gal
  • 2016 Volkswagen Golf R

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  4343 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3305 lbs
    • Payload –  988 lbs
    • Maximum cargo capacity –  52.7 cu.ft.
    • Maximum towing capacity –  999 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  14.5 gal
  • 2015 Volkswagen Golf R

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  4387 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3340 lbs
    • Payload –  979 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  999 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  14.5 gal
  • 2013 Volkswagen Golf R

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  4542 lbs
    • Curb weight –  3325 lbs
    • Payload –  1118 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  999 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  14.5 gal


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