2018 Volkswagen Golf R

The 2018 Volkswagen Golf R brings hatchback practicality and focused performance to Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta in Alpharetta, GA. This page outlines its single available trim, core specifications, fuel economy, pricing, configuration, and comparisons with other 2018 Volkswagen models in the same class. Shoppers can use the dealership’s live inventory tools to follow incoming vehicles, then visit the store at 1550 Mansell Road near GA-400 Exit 8. The location is convenient for drivers from Roswell, Johns Creek, Milton, and throughout North Fulton. The Golf R’s manual transmission, 292-horsepower engine, and available Dynamic Chassis Control configuration give this hatchback a distinct position within the Volkswagen lineup.

Starting MSRP

$39,785

Horsepower

292 hp

EPA MPG

21 city / 29 hwy

Fuel

Premium Unleaded (Recommended)

Body Style

Hatchback

How the Golf R Compares With Volkswagen’s Lineup

Pricing, power, efficiency, and fuel type help define the differences among these Volkswagen hatchbacks. The 2018 Volkswagen Golf R has a starting MSRP of $39,785; MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.

The Golf R starts at $39,785 and produces 292 horsepower, while the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf starts at $30,495 and uses electric power with 119–126 city / 111 hwy MPGe and a 125-mile electric range. The Golf R suits shoppers seeking gasoline power and a manual transmission, while the e-Golf favors buyers focused on electric driving and efficiency.

The Golf R offers 292 horsepower and a 21 city / 29 highway MPG rating, compared with the Golf GTI’s $27,515 starting MSRP, 220 horsepower, and 24–25 city / 32–33 highway MPG. The Golf R fits shoppers prioritizing greater output, while the Golf GTI favors buyers seeking a lower starting price and the stated EPA MPG figures.

The Golf R starts at $39,785 with 292 horsepower and premium unleaded recommended, while the 2018 Volkswagen Golf starts at $20,910 with 170 horsepower, 25 city / 34 highway MPG, and regular unleaded fuel. The Golf favors buyers seeking a lower starting price and regular fuel, while the Golf R is aimed at shoppers who place more emphasis on engine output.

Specifications and Configuration

The 2018 Volkswagen Golf R comes in one trim: 2.0T w/DCC and Navigation. Its hatchback body uses a 2.0-liter inline-four engine with 1,984 cc of displacement, 280 lb-ft of torque, and 292 horsepower.

Peak power arrives at 5,400 rpm, while peak torque arrives at 1,800 rpm. The configuration includes a six-speed manual transmission and recommends premium unleaded fuel. Fuel economy is rated at 21 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway.

Buying a Golf R in Alpharetta

Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta is located at 1550 Mansell Road, right in the heart of the busy commercial corridor where Alpharetta meets Roswell. Locals know this area as an automotive hub, situated just off GA-400 at Exit 8, making it accessible from Johns Creek, Milton, Roswell, and nearby North Fulton communities.

The store receives vehicles on a rolling basis, so shoppers can search inventory for current listings and follow changing availability. Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta is also near North Point Mall, Avalon, Wills Park, and the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, making the Mansell Road corridor a familiar stop for local errands and vehicle shopping.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Consider whether a single-trim Golf R matches the way the vehicle will be used. Its six-speed manual transmission, premium fuel recommendation, 292 horsepower, and 21 city / 29 highway MPG rating create a specific ownership profile compared with the other Volkswagen hatchbacks in this group.

Budget around the starting MSRP while accounting for tax, title, registration, and dealer fees. It is also useful to compare the Golf R with the Golf GTI, Golf, and e-Golf based on power, fuel type, efficiency, and the priorities that matter most for daily driving.