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What is a Volkswagen R32?
The Volkswagen Golf R32 is the flagship of the Golf MkIV range, and it was created at a time when the famous Golf GTI had lost some of its appeal, thanks to VW’s attempt to turn it into a trim level, rather than a performance brand. The R32 was built from 2002-2004, and only 500 were sold in the UK.
What does R-Line mean for VW?
What is the Volkswagen R-Line? The R-Line is a racing-inspired trim line and an available package for a host of Volkswagen vehicles, including the VW Arteon, VW Tiguan, VW Atlas, and others available in our Volkswagen lease specials.
What years did VW make the R32?
Volkswagen began production of the Mk4 R32 in 2002, for the 2003 model year. It was the world’s first production car with a dual-clutch gearbox (DSG) — available for the German market.
What kind of engine does a VW Golf R50 have?
The R50 was offered with a 5.0-litre V10 diesel engine that produces 257 kW (349 PS; 345 bhp) and 850 N⋅m (627 lbf⋅ft) of torque, pushing the car from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 6.7 seconds. Like the GTI, the Golf R is also built as a three- or five-door hatchback.
What kind of engine does a golf 35 have?
It is fitted with the old EA113 engine, which is also used in the Golf R and can handle the extra power and torque better than the newer EA888 in its current state of evolution. Compared with the U.S. engine’s 207 lb-ft of torque—produced from 1800 to 5000 rpm—the 35 makes 221 lb-ft from 2200 to 5500 rpm.
When did the Volkswagen R32 come out in the US?
Due to unexpected popularity, Volkswagen decided to sell the car in the United States and Australia as the 2004 model year Volkswagen R32.
When did the R36 R36 come out?
At the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2007, Volkswagen launched the ‘R line’ R36, created by Volkswagen Individual GmbH . The R36 uses a 3.6 litre VR6 engine rated 300 PS (221 kW; 296 bhp) and 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) of torque, which pushes the saloon and Variant (estate/wagon) to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 5.6 and 5.8 seconds respectively.