Volkswagen Golf R32 performance summary
The 2026 Volkswagen Golf R32 makes 240 hp and 320 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 6.2s, about 5.8s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 14.14s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 56% of the cars in our database, with more power than 41% of them and a higher top speed than 68%. That works out to roughly 167 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Volkswagen Golf R32 ranks against 1,484 cars
Volkswagen Golf R32 vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf R32 | 240 | 6.2s | 250 km/h | 14.14s |
| BMW 430i Gran Coupe | 255 | 6.2s | 250 km/h | 14.14s |
| BMW 530i xDrive | 255 | 6.2s | 250 km/h | 14.14s |
| Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC Coupe | 255 | 6.2s | 250 km/h | 14.14s |
| Mini John Cooper Works Cooper | 231 | 6.1s | 250 km/h | 14.05s |
| Mercedes-Benz C 300 (W205) | 241 | 6.0s | 250 km/h | 13.95s |
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Volkswagen Golf R32 FAQ
What is the Volkswagen Golf R32 0-60 mph time?
The Volkswagen Golf R32 does 0-60 mph in about 5.8s, based on its 6.2s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Golf R32?
The listed top speed is 155 mph, or 250 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Golf R32 have?
The Volkswagen Golf R32 is listed at 240 hp with 320 Nm of torque.
What is the Volkswagen Golf R32 quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Volkswagen Golf R32 quarter-mile at 14.14s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Volkswagen Golf R32?
Similar performance rivals include BMW 430i Gran Coupe, BMW 530i xDrive, Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC Coupe.