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Volkswagen Golf Alltrack vs Volkswagen Golf SportWagen

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack

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2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen

Overview

SpecVolkswagen Golf AlltrackTSI SVolkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S
Selected trimTSI S1.4T S
Body styleWagonWagon
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed manual6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20192019

Pricing & market

SpecVolkswagen Golf AlltrackTSI SVolkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S
MSRP$26,895$21,895 (best)
Lowest listing price$8,689 (best)
Median listing price$8,689 (best)
Highest listing price$8,689 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecVolkswagen Golf AlltrackTSI SVolkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S
Combined MPG24 MPG32 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG29 MPG (best)
Highway MPG30 MPG37 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14.5 gal (best)13.2 gal

Performance

SpecVolkswagen Golf AlltrackTSI SVolkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S
Horsepower168 hp (best)147 hp
Torque199 lb-ft (best)184 lb-ft
Engine size1.8 L (best)1.4 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecVolkswagen Golf AlltrackTSI SVolkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume66.5 cu ft66.5 cu ft
Payload992 lbs (best)926 lbs
Curb weight3,351 lbs2,978 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.9 in (best)5.4 in
Wheelbase103.5 in103.5 in
Length180.2 in (best)179.8 in
Width70.8 in70.8 in
Height59.6 in (best)58.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecVolkswagen Golf AlltrackTSI SVolkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S
NHTSA overall5 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)3 (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.

TrimVolkswagen Golf AlltrackVolkswagen Golf SportWagen
1

TSI S

$26,895 MSRP(Currently comparing)

1.4T S

$21,895 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

TSI S

$27,995 MSRP

1.4T S

$22,995 MSRP

3

TSI SE

$30,495 MSRP

1.8T S 4MOTION

$24,395 MSRP

4

TSI SE

$31,595 MSRP

1.8T S 4MOTION

$25,495 MSRP

5

TSI SEL

$34,995 MSRP

1.4T SE

$29,995 MSRP

6

TSI SEL

$36,095 MSRP

Live inventory

Volkswagen Golf Alltrack vs Volkswagen Golf SportWagen FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack 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: 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack 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: 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
The 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,895).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack or 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
The 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack vs 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volkswagen Golf SportWagen (5/5 NHTSA overall).