Aug 10, 2023 · I know back in 2012 the golf R had a haldex AWD system. I seem to remember hearing that changed to a traditional awd system, but can’t for the life…

Mines a 2014 R with DSG, mild stage 1 tune, 69k, it's been extremely reliable since I bought it in April 2023. Only issue I've had which isn't engine related is that when it's really cold the interior …

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Oct 31, 2022 · The Golf R is a near perfect car. I just wish it was based on a rear-biased AWD system rather than a front-biased AWD system.

Aug 15, 2022 · Not my 2017 golf r but my parent's have had quite a few issues considering its mileage. They plan on getting rid of it soon once there's an EV that they're interested in. They …

Jul 28, 2023 · How necessary is the Haldex service? My 7.5 R that I got at the start of the year just hit 30,000 km. The mechanic at the VW dealership recommended I get the haldex service …

Mar 5, 2022 · Does the Golf R's AWD make it worth getting over the GTI in an area that gets snow? Short and sweet: I'm getting stationed in the east coast (DC/MD area) and plan on …

The Golf R has been using a "fake limited-slip" differential technology in the past. It basically just uses the car's brakes to slow down a spinning wheel and force the open-differential to switch …

Sep 10, 2023 · An admittedly ignorant question, but from what I understand, the Golf R is fwd until it senses slippage and engages AWD. Is this correct? If so, is there an indication somewhere …

Feb 25, 2022 · R vs GTI? Hey all. I’ve been looking into the Golf R for my next vehicle. One thing I’ve found that I did not know is that the Haldex doesn’t engage AWD all the time. How would …