Ford C-Max vs Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
Overview
| Spec | Ford C-MaxSE | Volkswagen Golf AlltrackTSI S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE | TSI S |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford C-MaxSE | Volkswagen Golf AlltrackTSI S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,120 (best) | $26,895 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford C-MaxSE | Volkswagen Golf AlltrackTSI S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 40 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 42 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 38 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.5 gal | 14.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ford C-MaxSE | Volkswagen Golf AlltrackTSI S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 188 hp (best) | 168 hp |
| Torque | 129 lb-ft | 199 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford C-MaxSE | Volkswagen Golf AlltrackTSI S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 52.6 cu ft | 66.5 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 992 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,640 lbs | 3,351 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in (best) | 103.5 in |
| Length | 173.6 in | 180.2 in (best) |
| Width | 72 in (best) | 70.8 in |
| Height | 63.9 in (best) | 59.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford C-MaxSE | Volkswagen Golf AlltrackTSI S |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Ford C-Max | Volkswagen Golf Alltrack |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE $24,120 MSRP(Currently comparing) | TSI S $26,895 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Titanium $27,175 MSRP | TSI S $27,995 MSRP |
| 3 | — | TSI SE $30,495 MSRP |
| 4 | — | TSI SE $31,595 MSRP |
| 5 | — | TSI SEL $34,995 MSRP |
| 6 | — | TSI SEL $36,095 MSRP |