Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
2016–2019 model years · Generation introduced 2015
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- Available years
- 2016–2019
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $21,580–$21,895
The overview
In updating the Jetta SportWagen to the Golf architecture, Volkswagen has renamed it the Golf SportWagen. A 170-hp, 1.8 liter gas-turbo is available with a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic. In our tests of the Golf with the 1.8-liter engine and automatic, we got 28 mpg overall. Volkswagen claims the new SportWagen is longer and wider than previous, and has as much cargo space as most small SUVs. It is available with features such as the Advanced Front-lighting System and Park Distance Control. For 2019, the 1.8-liter engine is replaced by a 147-hp 1.4-liter turbo, mated to either a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic transmission. We tested the 1.4 and eight-speed auto in the redesigned Jetta, which went from zero to 60 mph in nine seconds, and returned an excellent at 34 mpg overall. All-wheel drive models retain the 1.8. 2019 was the final year for the wagons.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 ↗ SE wagon Front 1.8-liter 4 (170 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $21,895 | 3/5 | 4/5 | 25 MPG |
| 2018 ↗ SE wagon Front 1.8-liter 4 (170 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $21,685 | 3/5 | 4/5 | 25 MPG |
| 2017 ↗ SE wagon Front 1.8-liter 4 (170 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $21,580 | 2/5 | 3/5 | 25 MPG |
| 2016 ↗ SE wagon Front 1.8-liter 4 (170 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $21,625 | 2/5 | 3/5 | Unavailable |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2019 model
SE wagon Front 1.8-liter 4 (170 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2019 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2015
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $21,895 - $29,995
Ratings
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 64%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 180 in
- Width
- 71 in
- Height
- 60 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 3,465 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,010 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 44 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
- Cargo volume
- 30.5 cu ft
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 3/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 4/5
Vehicle ID: 13636 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2018 model
SE wagon Front 1.8-liter 4 (170 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2018 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2015
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $21,685 - $30,245
Ratings
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 67%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 180 in
- Width
- 71 in
- Height
- 60 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 3,465 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,010 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 44 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
- Cargo volume
- 30.5 cu ft
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 4/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 3/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 10905 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2017 model
SE wagon Front 1.8-liter 4 (170 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2017 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2015
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $21,580 - $29,970
Ratings
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 57%
- Reliability
- 2/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 30 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 180 in
- Width
- 71 in
- Height
- 60 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 3,465 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,010 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 44 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
- Cargo volume
- 30.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 2+1+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 2/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 4/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 8/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 7/10
- SmartWay
- Yes
Vehicle ID: 5996 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2016 model
SE wagon Front 1.8-liter 4 (170 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2016 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- wagon
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2015
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $21,625 - $29,385
Ratings
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 46%
- Reliability
- 2/5
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 180 in
- Width
- 71 in
- Height
- 58 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 3,365 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,000 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 43.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 28 in
- Cargo volume
- 30.5 cu ft
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 2/5
- Driving
- 4/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 3/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 9/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 7/10
- SmartWay
- Yes
Vehicle ID: 6505 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
