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 2012 Volkswagen Golf R w/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.