Buick Regal TourX vs Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
Overview
| Spec | Buick Regal TourXBase | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 1.4T S |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick Regal TourXBase | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,370 | $21,895 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $8,689 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $8,689 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $8,689 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick Regal TourXBase | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 21 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 37 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.3 gal (best) | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Buick Regal TourXBase | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 250 hp (best) | 147 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 184 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.4 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick Regal TourXBase | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 73.5 cu ft (best) | 66.5 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 926 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,708 lbs | 2,978 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in (best) | 103.5 in |
| Length | 196.3 in (best) | 179.8 in |
| Width | 73.3 in (best) | 70.8 in |
| Height | 58.4 in (best) | 58.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick Regal TourXBase | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 5 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Regal TourX | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $29,370 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1.4T S $21,895 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Preferred $32,970 MSRP | 1.4T S $22,995 MSRP |
| 3 | Essence $35,070 MSRP | 1.8T S 4MOTION $24,395 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 1.8T S 4MOTION $25,495 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 1.4T SE $29,995 MSRP |
Live inventory
Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1 for sale
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Buick Regal TourX vs Volkswagen Golf SportWagen FAQ
- Which is better: 2020 Buick Regal TourX or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Buick Regal TourX vs 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2020 Buick Regal TourX or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen starts lower at $21,895. Live Volkswagen Golf SportWagen listings start at $8,689.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Buick Regal TourX or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- The 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,895).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Buick Regal TourX or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- The 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
- Which has better horsepower: 2020 Buick Regal TourX or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- The 2020 Buick Regal TourX leads on horsepower in this comparison (250).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Buick Regal TourX vs 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volkswagen Golf SportWagen (5/5 NHTSA overall).