Model year guide

2017 Volkswagen golf r

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Volkswagen golf r is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

2017 Volkswagen golf r — representative photo
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2017 Volkswagen golf r at a glance

Owner complaints195
Combined25 mpg
Typical price$33,290

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

2017 Volkswagen golf r common problems

Owners have filed 195 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
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.

2017 Volkswagen golf r MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway31 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,300

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2017 Volkswagen golf r worth?

Low
$29,900
Typical price
$33,290
High
$37,999

From 7 comparable 2017 Volkswagen golf r listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Volkswagen golf r costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,800
Total$25,300
Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($33,290) with the same model 5 model-years older ($24,509), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Volkswagen golf r trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 292 hp

2017 Volkswagen golf r vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen golf r model years

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2017 Volkswagen golf r — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volkswagen golf r?

Owners have filed 195 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, electrical system, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Volkswagen golf r get?

The 2017 Volkswagen golf r has a U.S. EPA estimate of 25 mpg combined (23 city / 31 highway).

How much is a 2017 Volkswagen golf r worth?

Comparable 2017 Volkswagen golf r listings run roughly $29,900–$37,999, typically around $33,290 (from 7 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.