Does the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$313extra a year
- Premium listed for the 2.0T Manual AWD.
- All 6 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 22% of 9 hatchbacks (2022) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0T 4Motion AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| 2.0T Manual AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| 2.0T DSG AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 to 26 | N/A | N/A |
| Golf GTI Autobahn Hatchback FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| Golf GTI S Hatchback FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| Golf GTI SE Hatchback FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree