FIAT 500L 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 | FIAT 500LPop | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Pop | 1.4T S |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | FIAT 500LPop | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,500 | $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 | FIAT 500LPop | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 37 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | FIAT 500LPop | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 160 hp (best) | 147 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.4 L | 1.4 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | FIAT 500LPop | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 68 cu ft (best) | 66.5 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 926 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,254 lbs | 2,978 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in | 5.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 103.5 in (best) |
| Length | 167 in | 179.8 in (best) |
| Width | 70.2 in | 70.8 in (best) |
| Height | 65.3 in (best) | 58.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | FIAT 500LPop | 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 | FIAT 500L | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pop $22,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1.4T S $21,895 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Trekking $23,825 MSRP | 1.4T S $22,995 MSRP |
| 3 | Urbana $24,420 MSRP | 1.8T S 4MOTION $24,395 MSRP |
| 4 | Lounge $24,645 MSRP | 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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FIAT 500L vs Volkswagen Golf SportWagen FAQ
- Which is better: 2020 FIAT 500L or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 FIAT 500L 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 FIAT 500L 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 FIAT 500L or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- The 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,895).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 FIAT 500L or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- The 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
- Which has better horsepower: 2020 FIAT 500L or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- The 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen leads on horsepower in this comparison (168).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 FIAT 500L vs 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volkswagen Golf SportWagen (5/5 NHTSA overall).