2012 Volkswagen Golf R Bulb Sizes
Quick answer: the 2012 Volkswagen Golf R uses H7 low beams and 921 brake lights.
2012 Volkswagen Golf R bulb size chart
| Position | Bulb size (tap to shop) |
|---|---|
| Headlight Bulb Low Beam | H7 |
| Brake Light Bulb | 921 |
| License Plate Light Bulb | 2825 |
| Parking Light Bulb | 2825 |
| Tail Light Bulb | 921 |
| Back Up Light Bulb(Compare to original - Option 2) | 921 |
| Map Light Bulb | 2825 |
Tap any bulb size to see it on Amazon. Trims and mid-year changes can differ, so pull the old bulb and match the number on its base before you order.
Which bulb should I buy?
- Just need it working again? Buy the standard halogen in the same size. It's cheap, it's legal everywhere, and it takes five minutes.
- Want to see better at night without messing with anything? Step up to a brighter halogen. Same plug, more light, no wiring.
- Want the white, modern look? Go LED. Great for fog, reverse, plate and interior lights. For headlights, LED bulbs in a housing built for halogen can throw glare, so aim them after you install and check your state's rules before running them on the street.
Our picks by bulb size
H7 (headlight low beam)
- Top pick: Sylvania H7 XtraVision halogen (2 bulbs)
921 (brake light, tail light, back up light)
- Halogen: Sylvania 921 Long Life (2 bulbs)
- LED: LASFIT 921 LED (pack of 2)
2825 (license plate light, parking light, map light)
- Halogen: Sylvania 194 SilverStar (2 bulbs)
- LED: LASFIT 194 LED (2 pcs)
For brake lights and turn signals, match the LED color to the lens: red behind a red lens, amber for turn signals.
While you're in there
- Cloudy headlights? New bulbs won't fix a yellowed lens. A replacement housing makes a bigger difference than any bulb: see Volkswagen Golf R headlights at NTXGlow.
- Tail lights faded or cracked? Volkswagen Golf R tail lights at NTXGlow.
Common questions
What size is the low beam headlight bulb on a 2012 Volkswagen Golf R?
H7.
Are the brake light and tail light the same bulb on a 2012 Volkswagen Golf R?
Yes. Both use a 921.
Can I put LED bulbs in a 2012 Volkswagen Golf R?
Most sizes on this vehicle have a plug-in LED version. Fog, license plate and interior lights are the easy wins. For headlights, aim them after you install and check your local laws first.
How do I make sure I'm buying the right size?
Pull the old bulb and read the number stamped on its base, or check the bulb chart in your owner's manual. Trims and mid-year changes can differ from any chart, including this one.
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