Mk7 · GENERATION 2018 · COMPACT
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Golf 7.5 R

310 hp, 4,6 s 0-100 : among the 16 compacts 2016–2020, the Golf 7.5 R ranks 8th of 16 in 0–100 km/h, 16th of 16 in Top speed, 8th of 16 in Power-to-weight. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power

310hp

400 Nm

0 → 100 km/h

4.6s

VMax 250 km/h

Cons.

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/100 km

Tank

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Full specifications Volkswagen Golf 7.5 R

Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.

Powertrain

ArchitectureInline · 4 cyl. · Turbocharged
Displacement2 cm\u00b3
Power310 hp
Combined torque400 Nm
GearboxDual Clutch 7 rapports Automatic
TransmissionAWD

Consumption

Performance

0 → 100 km/h4,6 s
VMax250 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length4,255 mm
Wheelbase2,637 mm
Width1,799 mm
Height1,452 mm
Kerb weight1,467 kg
Cd0.27

Caralogy Methodology

Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).

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Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine

Among the 16 compacts, the Golf 7.5 R ranks (mid-table) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.

Caralogy Analysis · tailored to this vehicle

Acceleration: 4.6 s 0-100 (8th of 16 in 0–100 km/h)

In pure acceleration, the Golf 7.5 R ranks 8th of 16 in 0–100 km/h, 0.2 s off the reference Bmw M140i xDrive (4.4 s).

Top speed: 250 km/h (16th of 16 in Top speed)

Top speed of 250 km/h. The segment reference reaches 260 km/h.

Segment positioning

Where the Golf 7.5 R stands against compacts

Comparison across 16 compacts marketed between 2016–2020.

0–100 km/h

8eout of 16

4,6 s
Min5,4 s · Renault Megane 4 RS Trophy-R
Max4,4 s · Bmw M140i xDrive

Top speed

16eout of 16

250 km/h
Min250 km/h · Volkswagen Golf 7.5 R
Max260 km/h · Renault Megane 4 RS Trophy 300

Power-to-weight

8eout of 16

211 hp/t
Min195 hp/t · Bmw M235i xDrive Gran Coupe
Max265 hp/t · Bmw M2 Competition

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Model family

The full Volkswagen Golf Mk7 range

Generation Mk7 launched in 2013. Available versions sorted by energy.

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Frequently asked questions

Volkswagen Golf 7.5 R: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Where does the Golf 7.5 R rank in its segment?#

Among the 16 compacts 2016–2020, the Golf 7.5 R ranks 8th of 16 in 0–100 km/h (4.6 s, behind the Bmw M140i xDrive), 16th of 16 in Top speed (250 km/h, behind the Renault Megane 4 RS Trophy 300), 8th of 16 in Power-to-weight (211 hp/t, behind the Bmw M2 Competition).

How much does the Golf 7.5 R cost to run?#

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a Bmw M140i xDrive instead?#

The Bmw M140i xDrive leads in 0–100 km/h (4.4 s vs 4.6 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the Golf 7.5 R vs Bmw M140i xDrive duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?#

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.