2013 Volkswagen Golf R problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2013 Volkswagen Golf R get?

The 2013 Volkswagen Golf R has a U.S. EPA estimate of 22 mpg combined (19 city / 27 highway).

Q: How much is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf R worth?

Comparable 2013 Volkswagen Golf R listings run roughly $21,900–$28,250, typically around $25,358 (from 13 vehicles).

2013 Volkswagen Golf R at a glance

Owner complaints4

Combined22 mpg

Typical price$25,358

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2013 Volkswagen Golf R common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2013 Volkswagen Golf R MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg

City19 mpg

Highway27 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,750

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2013 Volkswagen Golf R worth?

Low

$21,900

Typical price

$25,358

High

$28,250

From 13 comparable 2013 Volkswagen Golf R listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Volkswagen Golf R costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,750

Fuel only$18,750

Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.