2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen vs. 2015 Subaru Impreza
When comparing the 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen's and the 2015 Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The 2015 Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen's and the 2015 Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is a better car than the 2015 Subaru Impreza.
2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen vs. 2015 Subaru Impreza Pricing
A used 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen ranges from $9,904 to $20,895 while a used 2015 Subaru Impreza is priced between $8,993 to $18,998.
2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen vs. 2015 Subaru Impreza Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen loses 41.1 percent of its value and the 2015 Subaru Impreza loses 33.6 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Subaru Impreza retains 7.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen’s base engine makes 170 horsepower, and the 2015 Subaru Impreza base engine makes 148 horsepower. The Golf SportWagen is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles. The Impreza is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles.This gives the 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 Subaru Impreza the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2015 Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen and the 2015 Subaru Impreza have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9904 - 20895
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.411181
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8993 - 18998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.336385
Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Subaru Impreza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.75452 / 10
Reliability:
8.563559 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 5Subaru Impreza Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 5Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Trim Levels
TDI S, TDI SE, TDI SEL, TSI S, TSI SE, TSI SEL
2015 Subaru Impreza Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
148 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 475 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
30.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
66.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
124.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Cargo Space:
22.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
52.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
120.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3063 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
58.3 inches
Length:
179.6 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2955 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
174 inches
Wheelbase:
104.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15