Volkswagen Golf R 6MT - MK6 is Still One of The Best Hot Hatches!

I got behind the wheel of a 2012 VW Golf R fully loaded and equipped with a 6MT and I love the thing! I don't know what is about AWD, manual, turbo cars but they rock!
IG: Ljs_Garage_

[@LJsGarage]

My mouth glitched, it is a 2.0L Inline 4cyl. Back to your scheduled program!

[@julianalgarin9733]

The “R” indeed stands for Volkswagen “Racing” ask any well versed Volkswagen enthusiast or even VW corporate themselves, originally dubbed the R20 hence the engine displacement size, 2.0 litre, as did its counterpart predecessor the R32, with a 3.2 litre engine displacement, thus originated the VWR brands and other brands but in the end it 💯 % stands for racing.

[@LJsGarage]

Thanks Julian! This was good added info. I've heard a couple different arguments, but I thought i'd still ask the VW fans and got my answer lol

[@abdarsmk6r]

The R doesnt stand for Racing lol

[@shathomorapedi2582]

@@abdarsmk6r it does!!!

[@AB-uu1bm]

Yes it does, actually stands for Rennen which is german for Racing. @@abdarsmk6r

[@MN_Diecast]

The MK(Mark)6 only came in a manual in the US. Last year was 2013. I agree with you 100%, I love my 2013 R 4dr!

[@julianwilch5192]

The mk6 was ( 2008-2013 Europe) 2009-2014 US. I love mine to death. Also have the new golf rabbit. And the R stands for racing

[@LJsGarage]

Thanks Julian! Got my years flip flopped. I blame the Texas heat lol.

[@crowthebpmain797]

You know, I really like the way you format your vids, I mean really this is nice, I'm with you as we push forward to the 1000, the 5000, and past the 10000

[@LJsGarage]

Comments like these always help me recharge and keep going. I truly appreciate the support ✊🏾

[@dec-vt100]

it's a 2 litre engine, and the german spec one has 270 hp, idk about the states. 2 more notes: - with dynamic chassis control you can get stiff or comfy suspension and it also affects the amount of power steering you get (and fewer blank buttons) - you can replace the head unit with a 2015 beetle/jetta one, and get carplay/android auto, and still have a stock looking unit (i have done so to my r and i love it)

[@LJsGarage]

Yeah I misspoke and pinned that comment. Meant to say 2L 4cyl. Thanks for checking out the vid though ✌🏾

[@dec-vt100]

@@LJsGarage yeah, sorry man, only noticed your pinned comment afterwards. Cheers!

[@LJsGarage]

@@dec-vt100 all good my friend! Very good added points on your comment that'll help others! That's why we have a comment section. You had me at fewer blank buttons 😂

[@mimonita710]

This was my car before Andrew bought it. I’m not going to blow up his spot but this thing I fully worked over. Autocross monster. And it has a better interior then any other car you mentioned. I miss her but my Porsche is a little more fun.

[@LJsGarage]

Yeah it is a beast! Thanks for some feedback about what a great car it is and you're right about the interior I was pleased 👏🏾 ... Glad to hear you found another German car to love, can't go wrong with em.

[@LJsGarage]

What's the exhaust setup?

[@Klayblayt]

Love the drone shot of you getting in the car! PS. Are the air ducts real? (;

[@LJsGarage]

Thanks! Trying new things constantly :) and haha yes!

[@scottb5420]

Launch control is not standard btw, that's an APR feature.

[@KuzkayDev]

I believe that EU version comes stock with the LC

[@Jay_Silvia]

It was called the rabbit(logo is a Jack rabbit) Because it's fast and nibble.

[@LJsGarage]

I gotcha thanks!

[@Miromf]

Im buying one of these. Hopefully this year. This car has so much potencial with that engine. And 270hp stock is also not bad. My fastest car was 210 hp in limousine.

[@LJsGarage]

Lol I've always wanted a limo. But you're right there's plenty of potential 👌🏿

[@Miromf]

I had Bmw e39 with 3.0 v6 Diesel. That was pretty much cruisin car. Now i kinda felt in love with Hot Hatches and Mk6 R is best option for that money. I also like manual and 4WD.

[@marinadrian5512]

@@Miromf v6 bmw? 😂

[@Miromf]

@@marinadrian5512 My bad… R6 i have a lot to learn about cars.

[@digitalsmithy]

lol the westwood clip...

[@LJsGarage]

😎😎

[@Diabolotherium]

I have 2013 a mk 6 MT R, and love it, bought it used with 4k miles 5 years ago and have no interest in changing the car. I have swapped the full exhaust and software both APR and intake by Evolution Motorsports, the car is so much fun with those few upgrades. The other thing is the reliability, apart from regular maintenance, every 6 months, and the occasional other service such as haldex oil change, it has been a champ. But unlike what he said I do not get great gas mileage... maybe in the low 20s... oops

[@LJsGarage]

Thanks for adding some good info Patrick! 🤙🏿

[@Diabolotherium]

@@LJsGarage Thanks for the great video dude!

[@LJsGarage]

@@Diabolotherium appreciate the positive vibes my! ✊🏿

[@samc.9328]

@@Diabolotherium Hi! Have you ever changed your clutch? I’ve heard once you get a tune the clutch has a good chance to start slipping.

[@justinbeamon6624]

LOVE this review!

[@LJsGarage]

appreciate ya bud!

[@scooter4life77]

Why are you defending the R's title the whole vid? Bro you're in the gold standard hot hatch and the crown jewel vw.

[@LJsGarage]

I might have a little just because of the price for the size and power that you get a lot of car. You're right though its the VW crown jewel ✊🏾

[@JT-nk8gv]

VW'S matter

[@markgoudsblom]

Very good presentation and a very nice voice to listen to. You earned a sub my friend.

[@LJsGarage]

Thanks for checking it out and you are much appreciated! 🙏🏿

[@richtherider3620]

They're 2 litre engines not 4 litre ;) and they're 263hp stock some have been known to produce 278hp from factory however, my UK Mk6 R will be sitting at 580hp in 3-4 weeks :)

[@LJsGarage]

Haha thanks G. I went spaz for a minute. And damn 580! That's madness but in the best way! Appreciate ya checking out the vid. ✌🏾

[@destruxandexploze2552]

Did you blow up your MK6 yet

[@richtherider3620]

@@destruxandexploze2552 Nope, still running strong,n serviced every 5k and now running 640hp

[@destruxandexploze2552]

@@richtherider3620 I’m surprised, didn’t think it would make that much power reliably. I was going to get a 2013 Golf R and get a Unitronic Stage 2 HPFP 345hp 350tq tune but I was afraid the Stage 3 (up to 500hp) would be too much for it to handle for daily driving.

[@richtherider3620]

@@destruxandexploze2552 If its built right with quality parts it'll last a long time, maintenance is a key factor as well

[@YocelinCastilloCruz]

I fit 6 people once. In my MK6 haha. GREAT VIDEO! Thanks!

[@LJsGarage]

Haha you know how to live!

[@YocelinCastilloCruz]

😂😂

[@thomasortmann41]

What a beautiful car💖

[@LJsGarage]

Its certainly a nice ride!

[@adrian15419]

Good review video!

[@LJsGarage]

Appreciate that!

[@sipsimies1588]

You cant really compare this to a subie i mean you can but they are very different

[@LJsGarage]

I know what you mean for sure

[@rockybriggs4048]

I have a 4 door stage 2 blue golf mk6 R if you wanna review it

[@LJsGarage]

That's what's up! what part of the world are you in?

[@ghostface12258]

So when you got it floored, it sounds like rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr. So the Germans were like R.

[@LJsGarage]

I can hear that now lol 😏

[@Rareoddz]

really hoping to get one

[@LJsGarage]

It'll treat ya well!

[@Anon_Fox]

great gas mileage? lmao i get 23 mpg on premium

[@LJsGarage]

I guess to me with that HP I call it good 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@Anon_Fox]

@@LJsGarage aye man to each their own. Im just jelly my mom got her lexus es350 with about the same hp and weighs like 500 more pounds and that behemoth still gets 27 mpg on 87

[@LJsGarage]

@@Anon_Fox haha I can see where you're coming from there. My Corvette was bad in the city (15ish), but could get 26/27 hwy and that was the LS1(345hp) so that's basically my reference. I appreciate ya checking out the vid and dropping some thoughts 👌🏿

[@sebbytrial]

Does it have the rev hang such as Golf mk7?

[@LJsGarage]

That im not sure about. I don't want to steer you wrong bud!

[@whartonmadkins4474]

Can ANYONE ANSWER.... WHY these MODELS still COST a LOT on the USED CAR market 🤔

[@LJsGarage]

Cars are worth what people are willing to pay for em so there are many who think they are valuable still and the price holds!

[@orbytl2799]

dont know about any were else but in the uk they are really holding their money, i know because i have been after one gotta be a black 3 door dsg with decent mileage, not seen one in that spec come up in last 12 months or more with low mileage they are going for more than a lot of the early mk7s over here there is one for sale now with the wing back recaros but its got 4 doors and they are asking just under £18 k for it future classic in the making over here by the look of it

[@MyzteryMedia]

R is for Rigatoni

[@LJsGarage]

Cite your sauce!

[@juanruiz8831]

2008-2012?

[@LJsGarage]

Got my American and European dates jumbled

[@Ls1muzza]

2013 was last one mk6 mine plated 2013

[@Gunflame]

Mk6 is 2008-2013 . I have a 2013 R.

[@LJsGarage]

Thanks 👌🏿👌🏿

[@jefflovesjets8116]

In North America they only had the Mk6 here from 2012 to 2013, I have a 2012. That is another thing I love about this car is that there aren't many of them in North America, there are only about 1600 of the 2013, you can find the actual numbers including color and 3 or 5 door out there somewhere.

[@RareYogurtMale]

did bro just diss the rabbit?

[@LJsGarage]

😅

[@alj7094]

We are talking about a nice car ruined by ugly looking wheels and this car is dirty, just doesn’t look clean at all.

[@drouxbag94]

My names Andrew and I have a Mk7 R lol random the owner of that is also Andrew

[@drouxbag94]

And it’s black

[@LJsGarage]

Haha that's great! Andrews are good people

[@cp7648]

The "R" is for Rabbit LOL.....

[@LJsGarage]

😂

[@gretschludwigdrummer209]

That background music is really annoying !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@LJsGarage]

Noted thanks for the feedback 🙂

[@stuntdrvr]

"Rennen"

[@LJsGarage]

mhm mhm

[@andymorton6153]

My Hyundai Accent is almost as fun and sounds almost as good lol

[@LJsGarage]

Haha I'll accept it

[@jedediahsmart569]

Have you driven one? Especially modded one? These little cars are capable in almost every way.

[@andymorton6153]

You talking about an Accent or this R? I have an Accent with a muffler delete. That and a wider tire and it’s a lot of fun lol