The 2012 Volkswagen Golf R is available as a 2-door, 5-seat hatchback. Starting at $33,990, the 2012 Volkswagen Golf R 2dr is powered by a 2.0L , 4 -cylinder engine mated to a manual transmission that returns an EPA estimated 19-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. The top of the line 2012VolkswagenGolf Rw/Sunroof & Nav 4dr , priced at $ 36,090 , is powered by a 2.0L , 4 - cylinder engine mated to a manual transmission that returns an EPA estimated 19-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway.