Four-door hatchback · 2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp)

2016 Volkswagen Golf R with DCC and Navigation 6-speed DSG automatic


The December 11, 2015 U.S. factory guide lists sales code 5G12S7: Golf R with DCC and Navigation, four-door hatchback and 6-speed DSG automatic. Its 2.0 TSI produced 292 hp and 280 lb-ft with 4Motion all-wheel drive. This trim adds four-mode DCC adaptive suspension, 19-inch Cadiz wheels and navigation.

2016 Volkswagen Golf — exterior view
Exact 2016 Golf reference photograph; exact configuration not verified ·

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Factory configuration

What this model is

Trim
Golf R with DCC and Navigation
Body style
Four-door hatchback
Engine
2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp)
Transmission
6-speed DSG automatic

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2016 Volkswagen Golf: documented configuration differences
ConfigurationEngineTransmissionBody
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Volkswagen Golf R 6-speed manual2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp)6-speed manualFour-door hatchback
Volkswagen Golf R 6-speed DSG automatic2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp)6-speed DSG automaticFour-door hatchback
Volkswagen Golf R with DCC and Navigation 6-speed manual2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp)6-speed manualFour-door hatchback
Current carVolkswagen Golf R with DCC and Navigation 6-speed DSG automatic2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp)6-speed DSG automaticFour-door hatchback

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Scheduled topics
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  • Engine oil and filterView intervals, applicability and sources

    Engine oil and filter

    Sourced interval available

    Engine oil and filter

    Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first; first calendar deadline is from in-service date and later deadlines one year after the last service. This is the published normal-service schedule; severe-use guidance can differ.

    Applies to: 2016 · 2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp) · US

    Published interval: 10,000 mi / 12 months · Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first; first calendar deadline is from in-service date and later deadlines one year after the last service. This is the published normal-service schedule; severe-use guidance can differ.

    Source: Volkswagen — USA Warranty and Maintenance MY2016, Golf R included, PDF4–5 / printed35–37 · Booklet PDF4–5 / printed35–37; exact R card PDF1 oil row · checked

  • Engine air filterView intervals, applicability and sources

    Engine air filter

    Sourced interval available

    Air element and snow screen

    Replace element and clean screen/housing at 60,000-mile milestones or six years, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2016 · 2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp) · US

    Published interval: 60,000 mi / 72 months · Replace element and clean screen/housing at 60,000-mile milestones or six years, whichever comes first.

    Source: Volkswagen of America — 2016 USA Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance, August 2015 · PDF1 60K/120K row; PDF3 note7 · checked

  • Cabin air filterView intervals, applicability and sources

    Cabin air filter

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    Dust and pollen filter

    Replace every 40,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2016 · 2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp) · US

    Published interval: 40,000 mi / 24 months · Replace every 40,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first.

    Source: Volkswagen of America — 2016 USA Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance, August 2015 · PDF1 40K/80K/120K row; PDF2 note1 · checked

  • Brake fluidView intervals, applicability and sources

    Brake fluid

    Sourced interval available

    Initial brake and clutch-unit fluid change

    First replacement at three years, irrespective of mileage.

    Applies to: 2016 · 2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp) · US

    Published interval: 36 months · First replacement at three years, irrespective of mileage.

    Source: Volkswagen of America — 2016 USA Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance, August 2015 · PDF2 note3 · checked

    Subsequent brake and clutch-unit fluid changes

    After the first replacement, every two years irrespective of mileage.

    Applies to: 2016 · 2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp) · US

    Published interval: 24 months · After the first replacement, every two years irrespective of mileage.

    Source: Volkswagen of America — 2016 USA Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance, August 2015 · PDF2 note3 · checked

  • Spark plugsView intervals, applicability and sources

    Spark plugs

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    Spark plugs

    Replace at 60,000-mile milestones or six years, whichever comes first.

    Applies to: 2016 · 2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp) · US

    Published interval: 60,000 mi / 72 months · Replace at 60,000-mile milestones or six years, whichever comes first.

    Source: Volkswagen of America — 2016 USA Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance, August 2015 · PDF2 60K/120K row and note6 · checked

  • Transmission and transfer-case fluidView intervals, applicability and sources

    Transmission and transfer-case fluid

    Sourced interval available

    DSG fluid and filter

    DSG-equipped configurations only: change fluid and filter every 40,000 miles. This does not establish a manual-gearbox oil-change interval.

    Applies to: 2016 · 2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp) · 6-speed DSG automatic · US

    Published interval: 40,000 mi · DSG-equipped configurations only: change fluid and filter every 40,000 miles. This does not establish a manual-gearbox oil-change interval.

    Source: Volkswagen of America — 2016 USA Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance, August 2015 · PDF2 DSG row · checked

  • Oil filterView intervals, applicability and sources

    Oil filter

    Exact reference available

    Golf R Baldwin oil-filter application

    Positive manufacturer aftermarket application for the separate 2016 Golf R 1984cc turbo row; verify VIN and installed engine before ordering. Catalog fitment does not create an interval or establish a Volkswagen genuine part number.

    Applies to: 2016 · 2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp) · US

    Source: Baldwin Filters — Automotive Applications 2017, PDF562 / printed560, 2016 Golf R · PDF562 / printed560 — 2016 Golf R, 4-1984cc (2.0L) FI Turbo, Lube P40010 · checked

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  • Axle fluidView intervals, applicability and sources

    Axle fluid

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    Haldex clutch oil

    Change every three years irrespective of mileage. This is the AWD clutch duty, distinct from DSG transmission service.

    Applies to: 2016 · 2.0-liter TSI turbocharged inline-four (Golf R; 292 hp) · US

    Published interval: 36 months · Change every three years irrespective of mileage. This is the AWD clutch duty, distinct from DSG transmission service.

    Source: Volkswagen of America — 2016 USA Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance, August 2015 · PDF1 Haldex row; PDF2 note4 · checked

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Sources

  1. Volkswagen of America — 2016 Golf R order guide, CW50 December 11, 2015, printed 12–14

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