How much HP can R32 handle?

Known to be able to handle up to 800 wheel horsepower on a stock block, the target horsepower level for Insumran’s street-only RB26 was in the easily attainable 500-to-600 horsepower range.

Is the R32 discontinued?

We have some bad news for all you Volkswagen R32 fans out there: Thomas Wegehaupt, spokesman for Volkswagen, has informed us that there will be no U.S. version of the R32 for the 2009 model year. It’s an odd move given that the redesigned R32 was on sale for less than a year.

What is the name of the R32 engine?

Third generation (1989–1994)

Third generation (R32)
Engine	2.6 L twin-turbocharged RB26DETT I6
Transmission	5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,615 mm (103.0 in)

How can I make my R32 faster?

Basic tuning steps involve a full exhaust, air filters and a remapped ECU, which ups the power to about 380-400bhp. Moving on from there, bigger direct replacement turbos or a single turbo conversion, along with the associated fuelling mods, cams and an upgraded ECU can give well over 500bhp on standard internals.

Is the R32 a VR6?

The heart of the R32 is a 3.2-liter DOHC 24-valve version of VW’s ingenious VR6. With variable valve timing on both the intake and exhaust cams, this is the most powerful edition of the narrow-angle V-6 yet offered in a Golf: 240 horsepower at 6250 rpm and 236 pound-feet of torque from 2800 to 3200 rpm.

How fast can you make a R32?

The result of all that work and preparation? A sub-seven-second quarter-mile time. For reference, a stock R32 could do – when new – the quarter-mile in about 13.4 seconds.

Can you tune a Golf R32?

R32s sit lower than a Mk4 GTI, but they can still benefit from uprated suspension. Fully adjustable coilovers from the likes of KW Automotive will mean you can fine tune them to your preferred settings on road, but also firm them up on track.

What is the R34 top speed?

Performance Data i

• Top Speed. 156 mph.
• 0-62 mph. 5.4 seconds.
• Power-to-Weight. 12.30 lb/HP.