2018 Volvo V60 vs. 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
When we compare the 2018 Volvo V60's and the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Volvo V60 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack has the advantage in the areas of resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Volvo V60's and the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Volvo V60 is a better car than the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack.
2018 Volvo V60 vs. 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Pricing
A used 2018 Volvo V60 ranges from $14,497 to $43,198 while a used 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack is priced between $17,041 to $27,997.
2018 Volvo V60 vs. 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Volvo V60 loses 55.1 percent of its value and the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack loses 41.4 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack retains 13.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Volvo V60.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Volvo V60’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack base engine makes 170 horsepower. The V60 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 641 miles. The Golf Alltrack is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 435 miles. This gives the 2018 Volvo V60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2018 Volvo V60 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2018 Volvo V60 and the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14497 - 43198
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.55061
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17041 - 27997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.413814
Volvo V60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.233333 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo V60 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 12Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 5Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Volvo V60 Trim Levels
T5 Dynamic, T6 Polestar, T6 R-Design
2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Trim Levels
TSI S 4Motion, TSI SE 4Motion, TSI SEL 4Motion
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 72000 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:
240 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
445 / 641 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
305 / 435 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
29.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
122.5 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3670 lbs
Width:
82.6 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
182.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3351 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
59.6 inches
Length:
180.2 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R17