Toyota Prius V 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 | Toyota Prius VTwo | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Two | 1.4T S |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2017 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Toyota Prius VTwo | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $26,675 | $21,895 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $10,750 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $15,116 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $19,481 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 2 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Toyota Prius VTwo | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 41 MPG (best) | 32 MPG |
| City MPG | 43 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 39 MPG (best) | 37 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 11.9 gal | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Toyota Prius VTwo | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 134 hp | 147 hp (best) |
| Torque | — | 184 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.8 L (best) | 1.4 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Toyota Prius VTwo | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 67.3 cu ft (best) | 66.5 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 926 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,340 lbs | 2,978 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | 5.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.4 in (best) | 103.5 in |
| Length | 182.9 in (best) | 179.8 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 70.8 in (best) |
| Height | 62 in (best) | 58.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Toyota Prius VTwo | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 (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 | Toyota Prius V | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Two $26,675 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1.4T S $21,895 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Three $28,060 MSRP | 1.4T S $22,995 MSRP |
| 3 | Four $29,695 MSRP | 1.8T S 4MOTION $24,395 MSRP |
| 4 | Five $30,935 MSRP | 1.8T S 4MOTION $25,495 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 1.4T SE $29,995 MSRP |
Live inventory
Toyota Prius V vs Volkswagen Golf SportWagen FAQ
- Which is better: 2017 Toyota Prius V or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Toyota Prius V 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: 2017 Toyota Prius V or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen starts lower at $21,895. Live Toyota Prius V listings start at $10,750.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Toyota Prius V or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- The 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,895).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Toyota Prius V or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- The 2017 Toyota Prius V leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
- Which has better horsepower: 2017 Toyota Prius V 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 2017 Toyota Prius V vs 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Prius V (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Volkswagen Golf SportWagen (5/5 NHTSA overall).