Volkswagen Golf vs Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
2015 Volkswagen Golf for Sale
2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen for Sale
Overview | |
Years produced1974-2021 | Years produced2015-2019 |
MSRP$17,995 | MSRP$21,895 |
Average price$12,226 | Average price$13,662 |
Listings747 | Listings669 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | |
Reviews SummaryWhat defines a “Sport Utility Vehicle”? Common knowledge dictates what an SUV is supposed to look like, but SUVs and crossovers don't hold a monopoly on the vehicular attribute of utility. Case in point: the station wagon. Truthfully, most modern crossovers are just high-riding wagons and hatchbacks. The only real advantages they offer are a higher ride height, higher seating position, and all-wheel drive (and even that isn’t always a given). Cars like the Nissan Kicks and Toyota C-HR are available with only front-wheel-drive, and when compared to a vehicle like the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, you have to wonder what added utility those cars really offer. VW calls the SportWagen the “Sportier Utility Vehicle.” It's hard to argue with that point, and the SportWagen is a serious alternative to your typical crossover—especially if you care about driving dynamics. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine1.4L 147 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine Name1.4L 147 hp I4 |
Torque200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque184 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.8 cu ft | Cargo Space30.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight2901 lbs | Curb Weight3053 lbs |
Height57.2 in | Height58.3 in |
Length167.5 in | Length179.8 in |
Width70.5 in | Width70.8 in |
Wheelbase103.8 in | Wheelbase103.5 in |
Maximum Payload1083 lbs | Maximum Payload970 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
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Overview | ||
Years produced | 1974-2021 | 2015-2019 |
MSRP | $17,995 | $21,895 |
Average price | $12,226 | $13,662 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.3 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | What defines a “Sport Utility Vehicle”? Common knowledge dictates what an SUV is supposed to look like, but SUVs and crossovers don't hold a monopoly on the vehicular attribute of utility. Case in point: the station wagon. Truthfully, most modern crossovers are just high-riding wagons and hatchbacks. The only real advantages they offer are a higher ride height, higher seating position, and all-wheel drive (and even that isn’t always a given). Cars like the Nissan Kicks and Toyota C-HR are available with only front-wheel-drive, and when compared to a vehicle like the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, you have to wonder what added utility those cars really offer. VW calls the SportWagen the “Sportier Utility Vehicle.” It's hard to argue with that point, and the SportWagen is a serious alternative to your typical crossover—especially if you care about driving dynamics. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 1.4L 147 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | 147 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 1.4L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 184 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | 147 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.8 cu ft | 30.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2901 lbs | 3053 lbs |
Height | 57.2 in | 58.3 in |
Length | 167.5 in | 179.8 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 70.8 in |
Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1083 lbs | 970 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
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