VOLKSWAGEN Golf R
Mk7 / Mk7.5 (facelift) / Mk7.5 / Mk8 / 2013-2024 / 5-door Hatchback / Hatchback
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2013 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R CJXA/CJXB (5K)
5K / CJXA, CJXB, CJXC / 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 TSI engine with direct injection and intercooler
2016 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R CHHA/CJXC (Type 5G (Golf Mk7 facelift introduced in 2017, so 2016 was pre-facelift 7.5 or late Mk7))
Type 5G (Golf Mk7 facelift introduced in 2017, so 2016 was pre-facelift 7.5 or late Mk7) / CHHA, CJXC, CJXB / 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 petrol, varying slightly by market; CHHA used predominantly in Europe, CJXC and CJXB in North America and select markets
2018 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R CJSA/CJTC (Typ 5G)
Typ 5G / CJSA, CJTC, CYPA / 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 (EA888 Gen3B), varying slightly by market. Europe and most markets used CJSA or CJTC with power approx 310-320 PS; North America mainly CJSA with 288 hp (~290 PS).
2020 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R EA888 Gen3B CHDA/EA888 Gen3B CHHB (AU)
AU / EA888 Gen3B CHDA, EA888 Gen3B CHHB, EA888 Gen3B, EA888 Gen3B CKRA (some markets) / 2.0L inline-4 turbocharged petrol, different variants with minor tuning differences depending on market to produce 296-306 PS
2024 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R DFTA/DFTB (KX1)
KX1 / DFTA, DFTB, DADA / 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 TSI engines with mild-hybrid system in some markets
Codes moteur par année
| Année | Version | Codes moteur | Cylindrée | Système carburant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | technical-profile | CJXA, CJXB, CJXC | 1984 cc | Turbocharged direct fuel injection (FSI) |
| 2016 | technical-profile | CHHA, CJXC, CJXB | 1984 cc | Direct injection with turbocharging |
| 2018 | technical-profile | CJSA, CJTC, CYPA | 1984 cc | Direct injection with turbocharging |
| 2020 | technical-profile | EA888 Gen3B CHDA, EA888 Gen3B CHHB, EA888 Gen3B, EA888 Gen3B CKRA (some markets) | 1984 cc | Direct injection with turbocharger |
| 2024 | technical-profile | DFTA, DFTB, DADA | 1984 cc | Direct injection with turbocharging |
Capacité d’huile par moteur
| Année | Codes moteur | Type d’huile | Capacité d’huile | Fluide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | CJXA, CJXB, CJXC | VW 502 00 synthetic motor oil | 4.6 liters service fill including filter change | VW G 052 182 A2 for DSG |
| 2016 | CHHA, CJXC, CJXB | VW 502 00 / 505 00 fully synthetic oil | 5.7 liters (engine service fill including oil filter change) | VW G 052 182 A2 (for DSG models) |
| 2018 | CJSA, CJTC, CYPA | VW 502 00 / 504 00 synthetic 5W-40 or 5W-30 | Approximately 4.6 liters (service-fill volume); includes oil filter replacement during service | VW G 052 182 A2 (DSG fluid) |
| 2020 | EA888 Gen3B CHDA, EA888 Gen3B CHHB, EA888 Gen3B, EA888 Gen3B CKRA (some markets) | VW 507 00 approved synthetic 5W-40 or 5W-30 | Approx. 4.6 liters, service-fill including oil filter replacement | VW G 055 512 A2 transmission oil (DSG) |
| 2024 | DFTA, DFTB, DADA | SAE 5W-30 fully synthetic, VW 507 00 compliant | Approximately 5.9 liters (service-fill including filter change) | VW G 052 182 A2 for DSG |
Spécifications techniques
- Moteurs: CJXA, CJXB, CJXC, CHHA, CJSA, CJTC, CYPA, EA888 Gen3B CHDA, EA888 Gen3B CHHB, EA888 Gen3B, EA888 Gen3B CKRA (some markets), DFTA
- Transmissions: 6-speed manual gearbox (available in some markets), 6-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission, VW G 052 182 A2 for DSG, 6-speed manual (market dependent), 6-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic, VW G 052 182 A2 (for DSG models), 6-speed manual (market-dependent, less common), 7-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission standard in most markets
- Dimensions des pneus: 225/40 R18, 225/45 R17 depending on market, 225/35 R19 (optional wheels), 225/35 R19 depending on wheel option, 235/35 R19 depending on wheel option, 235/35 R19 (standard)
- Entraxe: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Couple de roue: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Batterie: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluides et données de service
- Huile moteur: VW 502 00 synthetic motor oil / VW 502 00 / 505 00 fully synthetic oil / VW 502 00 / 504 00 synthetic 5W-40 or 5W-30 / VW 507 00 approved synthetic 5W-40 or 5W-30
- Fluide de transmission: VW G 052 182 A2 for DSG / VW G 052 182 A2 (for DSG models) / VW G 052 182 A2 (DSG fluid) / VW G 055 512 A2 transmission oil (DSG)
- Liquide de refroidissement: 7.2 liters approx. / Approximately 7 liters / Approx. 7.5 liters / Approx. 7 liters
- Liquide de frein: DOT 4 recommended / DOT 4 / VW LV 04 DOT 4
Problèmes connus
- High-pressure fuel pump failures in some units
- Carbon buildup on intake valves due to direct injection
- Carbon buildup on direct injection valves
- DSG mechatronic failures (rare with proper maintenance)
- Water pump and thermostat issues on high mileage units
- Timing chain tensioner issues in early Mk7 EA888 engines (improved by Gen3B in Mk7.5)
- Water pump and thermostat failures reported occasionally
- Carbon build-up on intake valves (direct injection)
- Water pump and thermostat failures reported
- DSG mechatronic unit wear for high mileage units
- Typical turbocharged engine heat management
- Differential fluid changes necessary to avoid wear