Used 2024 Volkswagen Golf R for Sale near St. John's, NL

Summary

• With 147 currently listed for sale and an average price of $46,324.00 CAD, 40.1% of 2024 Volkswagen Golfs R for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favourably reviewed: Owners rated the 2024 Volkswagen Golf R 5 / 5 stars.

• 100.0% of 2024 Golf R models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2024 Volkswagen Golf R stands out because it blends serious performance with a level of polish that is unusual in a compact hatchback. It uses a familiar 2.0-litre four-cylinder TSI turbo engine, but in this generation it is tuned to 315 horsepower, and Volkswagen pairs it with 4Motion all-wheel drive and a rear-axle torque-vectoring system for stronger traction and control. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, while a seven-speed dual-clutch DSG automatic is optional. The result is a car that feels engineered for speed and grip without losing the Golf’s everyday usability.

It is also distinctive for how much equipment it packs in. The 2024 Volkswagen Golf R includes R-specific exterior details, 19-inch alloy wheels, heated sport seats trimmed in Nappa leather, a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, ambient lighting, a 10-inch touchscreen, navigation, a wireless device charger, voice control, and support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. At the same time, the source notes that many functions are controlled through the touchscreen or steering-wheel touch controls rather than physical switches or dials, which looks modern but can be fiddly and distracting on the move. That trade-off sums up much of the Golf R’s appeal: it is fast, well equipped, and upscale, but it asks buyers to accept a more complicated interface and a premium price.

Other model years to consider

• 2023 Volkswagen Golf R

  • Average price: $43,596.00 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 44.3%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 122

• 2017 Volkswagen Golf R

  • Average price: $23,339.00 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.8%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 65

• 2019 Volkswagen Golf R

  • Average price: $30,228.00 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 32.8%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 64

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.