2019 Golf R Buyer’s Guide 1

Golf R in Lapiz Blue Metallic with available Black Styling Package Golf R top features

What’s in a trim? Check out the details of the Golf R on page 3.

Fully loadedEngineered for the road and the track, the 2019 Golf R delivers pure track performance. Bold design cues abound from the inside out – including 19" wheels with performance tires, and dual exhaust with quad tips. You’ll leave no corner unturned with all-wheel-drive grip, lightning-fast shifting and a super-responsive chassis. Plus, with maximum torque achieved at 1,800 RPMs, what the Golf R saves on fuel it delivers in exhilarating performance.

2019 Golf R Buyer’s GuideHigh-performance art.

4MOTION® All-Wheel DriveIf slippage occurs, torque is directed to the wheels with the most grip for maximum traction. The Golf R was born on the track, so maintaining a firm grip comes with the territory – in practically any territory.

Golf R in Ginster Yellow with 19" Pretoria alloy wheels

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2.0 TSI turbocharged engineGrab 288 HP by the wheel. The upsized turbocharger, bolstered cylinder heads, exhaust valves and pistons pump out thrill after thrill. Bottom line? 0 to 100 km/h in less than 5 seconds.* * Please drive safely and obey all traffic laws, including speed limits.

LED headlights with Adaptive Front-light System (AFS)Cornering at night calls for adaptive headlights that see around the bend before you do. Scanning 13 degrees left or right, these brighter and more efficient headlights let you see more of what’s ahead.

Driving mode selection with Dynamic Chassis ControlAdjust suspension and steering stiffness according to road conditions and driving style. Set the optimal ride with your choice of preset driving modes, or mix and match to create your own.

Sport seats Squeeze more driving pleasure out of each hairpin turn with exclusive “R”-emblazoned leather sport seats. Bold, race-inspired and bucket-style, these luxurious seats enhance the joy of every curve.

Every drive is a podium finishThe results are in. The 2018 Golf R has earned the AJAC Best Sports – Performance Car in Canada for 2018. We’ll skip the thank-you speech and let you experience it for yourself.

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Personalized performanceGo from sporty to track-ready with Race mode.* With improved cornering, more responsive throttle, firmer transmission shifting at higher RPMs and an electronically baffled opened-up exhaust for a louder, more invigorating sound – all at the push of a button. It’s like having two cars in one.

*Please drive safely and obey all traffic laws, including speed limits.

8.0" touchscreen infotainment system

Wheel options

Golf R in Lapiz Blue Metallic with 19" Pretoria alloy wheels

Upgrade your driving experienceBuilt to the same quality standards as our cars and SUVs, our accessories are custom-fitted to each vehicle and designed to go the distance. Many accessories can also be included in your lease or finance payments to fit your budget.*

Volkswagen Accessories Warranty

• If installed prior to delivery, accessories are covered by the new vehicle limited warranty† of 4 years/80,000 km**

• If purchased afterwards, accessories are covered by a limited warranty† of 2 years/unlimited kilometres (or balance of new vehicle limited warranty, whichever is greater)

Transport

Ski, snowboard and wakeboard attachment (1)

Mini flashlight

Cargo net

Base carrier bars (2)

Kayak holder attachment

Bike holder attachment

Roof box (3)

Comfort & Protection

Monster Mats® (4)

Trunk liner

Pop-in sunshades

Side window deflectors

Rear bumper protection plate

Clothes hangers

Sport & Design

Valve stem caps

Licence plate frame – R (5)

OETTINGER front splitter

OETTINGER side skirts

OETTINGER spoiler

OETTINGER rear diffuser

OETTINGER rear pipe silencer

Communication

Tablet holder

Base holder

Subwoofer (6)

Wheels

Lockable wheel bolts

Alloy wheel centre caps

Tire bags

17" Tronic wheels (7)

18" Pretoria black wheels

18" Pretoria wheels – Sterling Silver

Visit vw.ca to see the full list of accessories for your model.

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*Accessories must be dealer installed and approved by Volkswagen Finance. Certain conditions may apply. Contact your approved dealer for full details. **Whichever occurs first. †Limited warranty is supplied by Volkswagen Group Canada Inc.

Paint and upholstery options

Tornado Red

Deep Black Pearl

Oryx White Pearl*

Indium Grey Metallic

Kurkuma Yellow Metallic

Lapiz Blue Metallic

Find your perfect shade at vwmodels.ca/2019/golfr

Choose from 40 custom exterior colours, available for an additional cost of $2,995 (plus applicable taxes).

Standard paint colours

19" Pretoria alloy wheels

19" Pretoria black alloy wheels (Black Styling Package)

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Titan Black Vienna leather

*Exterior colour available for an additional cost of $450 (plus applicable taxes).

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Golf R Engine:

• 2.0 TSI 288 HP engine 6-speed manual transmission with 4MOTION® 7-speed automatic DSG® with Tiptronic® 4MOTION®

Golf R includes:

Performance• Dynamic Chassis Control with driver profile selection• Electronic parking brake with Autohold function• Front sport shock absorbers for DCC• Multi-link rear suspension• Progressive steering• Rear disc brakes (310 mm x 22 mm)• Rear sport shock absorbers for DCC• Start/stop system with regenerative braking (DSG® only)• Vented front disc brakes (340 mm)

Safety• Cross Differential System (XDS)• Cruise control• Driver and front passenger front airbags• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)• Front and rear Side Curtain Protection® with front side airbags• LATCH (Lower Anchors and Top-tether for Children) – child seat lower

attachment points and top tethers in rear outboard seating positions• Rearview camera (static)• Tire mobility set• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)• Vehicle immobilizer with alarm system

Infotainment & Technology• 8.0" touchscreen infotainment system with

proximity sensor and CD player• App-Connect smartphone integration

(Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay®, MirrorLink®)• Bluetooth® mobile phone connectivity• Diversity antenna• Fender® Premium Audio System with subwoofer• KESSY (keyless access with push-button start)• Satellite navigation• SD card slot• SiriusXM® satellite radio• USB audio input • Voice control• Volkswagen Digital Cockpit (instrument cluster)

Exterior• 19" Pretoria alloy wheels (8J x 19)• Automatic headlights with

coming and leaving home function• Black exterior mirror housings• Body-coloured rear spoiler• Body-coloured unique R bumpers• Darkened LED tail lights• Dual exhaust with quad tips• Dynamic headlights with cornering lights• Heated washer nozzles• LED headlights with LED daytime running lights• Power-adjustable and heated exterior mirrors• Rain-sensing wipers• Rear window wiper and washer system with

intermittent control• R grille• Summer performance tires, 235/35 R19

Interior• 12-way power-adjustable driver seat• 60/40 split-folding rear seats with centre armrest

and pass-through• Ambient interior lighting• Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror• Black headliner• Brushed stainless steel pedals in aluminum look• Climatronic® dual-zone electronic climate control• Door sill plates• Driver seat with power lumbar support• Front and rear floor mats• Front centre armrest with storage tray• Gearshift knob with aluminum decorative inserts• Heated front seats• Illuminated vanity mirrors• Interior décor: Carbon Touch• Interior footwell lights• LED reading lights, 2 front and 2 rear• Leather seating surfaces• Leather-wrapped multifunction sport steering wheel

(with paddle shifters for DSG®)• Piano Black decorative inserts in the centre console

Optional equipment:

Driver Assistance Package• Adaptive Cruise Control (with Stop & Go for DSG®)• Blind Spot Detection with Rear Traffic Alert and Lane Assist• Front Assist – Autonomous Emergency Braking• Light Assist (automatic high-beam control)• Park Distance Control

Black Styling Package• 19" Pretoria black alloy wheels (8J x 19)• Carbon Fibre mirror caps

© 2018 Volkswagen Canada. Some pre-production, US or European models may be shown with optional features. Items, specifications, availability, standard features, options, fabrics and colours are subject to change without notice. Volkswagen Canada is not responsible for errors in typography or photography. Some features may be unavailable when your vehicle is built or available at extra cost. Although we endeavour to ensure that the information is accurate, as errors may occur from time to time, customers should contact their local Volkswagen dealer for details. Tires are supplied and warranted by their manufacturer. The vehicle is sold equipped with four summer performance tires. Appropriate all-season or winter-weather tires are required for driving during cold, snowy or icy weather conditions. Please remember that the use of winter tires may be mandatory in your province or territory. Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all accident scenarios. Always use safety belts and seat children only in the rear seats, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age. The navigation system depends upon signals from the GPS network and is designed to provide you with suggested routes only. Discrepancies may occur between the mapping and the actual location due to changes in street names, construction or other road system changes which are beyond the control of Volkswagen Canada. Please rely on your individual judgment in determining whether or not to follow a suggested navigation route. “Golf”, “TSI”, “4MOTION”, “DSG”, “Climatronic”, “Volkswagen” and the Volkswagen logo are registered trademarks of Volkswagen AG. “Side Curtain Protection” and “Monster Mats” are registered trademarks of Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. “Fender” is a registered trademark of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. “Tiptronic” is a registered trademark of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. “Android Auto” is a trademark of Google LLC. “Apple CarPlay” is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the US and other countries. “MirrorLink” is a registered trademark of Car Connectivity Consortium LLC. For further information regarding any Volkswagen model, please call 1-800 DRIVE VW or just look us up at vw.ca. Before we sign off, drive responsibly and obey the rules of the road. Version date: February 4, 2019.

2019 Golf R: Trim and options