2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen vs. 2017 Honda Fit
When comparing the 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen's and the 2017 Honda Fit's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2017 Honda Fit has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen's and the 2017 Honda Fit's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is a better car than the 2017 Honda Fit.
2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen vs. 2017 Honda Fit Pricing
A used 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen ranges from $10,994 to $21,297 while a used 2017 Honda Fit is priced between $11,461 to $20,996.
2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen vs. 2017 Honda Fit Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen loses 41.1 percent of its value and the 2017 Honda Fit loses 29.8 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Honda Fit retains 11.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen’s base engine makes 170 horsepower, and the 2017 Honda Fit base engine makes 130 horsepower. The Golf SportWagen is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The Fit is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 382 miles.This gives the 2017 Honda Fit the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2017 Honda Fit, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen and the 2017 Honda Fit have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10994 - 21297
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.411181
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11461 - 20996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.298152
Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Fit Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.257759 / 10
Reliability:
8.573278 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 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 / 5Honda Fit Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
2 out of / 17Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
9 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 28Ranking
32 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Trim Levels
TSI S, TSI S 4Motion, TSI SE, TSI SEL
2017 Honda Fit Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi, LX
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:
130 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 36 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
307 / 382 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
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:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
16.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
52.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
112.3 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:
2513 lbs
Width:
67 inches
Height:
60 inches
Length:
160 inches
Wheelbase:
99.6 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:
185/60R15