In a world filled with turbocharged engines and dual-clutch automatics, the naturally aspirated roar of a manual VW Golf 5 ...

At the 2004 North American International Auto Show, Volkswagen ... and matching-color side skirts are installed. The body-colored grille features a center logo. Specific R32 badging is evident ...

The first VW Golf R32 was only available in the United States ... Inspect the condition of the seats, especially the driver-side outer bolster. The clutch system's slave cylinder might fail ...

As with the previous R32, the new model will have unique front and rear fascias and side panels, sport-tuned suspension and special seats. VW plans to ship 3,000 of the cars to the United States ...

Yeah, baby. And just in case the R32's wolf-like offerings make the driver (not me, of course) do something stupid, there are excellent safety features, like side air bags for front-seat riders ...

Last spring, Volkswagen invited ... the U.S. R32 will sport a few other subtle differences, namely sport seats with adjustable headrests and integrated side airbags in place of the race-style ...

Exhibit A: the 2008 Volkswagen R32 ... seats with their aggressive side bolsters, seem tailor-made for fast driving. Larger drivers may find them confining. The R32 hatchback’s practical ...

On the highway, the R32 is serene, wind and road noise are muted, and the seats are comfortable and supportive. And although the VW is down two ... they have deep side and thigh bolsters, plus ...