2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen vs. 2019 Subaru Impreza
When we compare the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen's and the 2019 Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The 2019 Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen's and the 2019 Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is a better car than the 2019 Subaru Impreza.
2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen vs. 2019 Subaru Impreza Pricing
A used 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen ranges from $15,401 to $25,095 while a used 2019 Subaru Impreza is priced between $15,994 to $24,313.
2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen vs. 2019 Subaru Impreza Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen loses 41.1 percent of its value and the 2019 Subaru Impreza loses 33.6 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Subaru Impreza retains 7.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2019 Subaru Impreza base engine makes 152 horsepower. The Golf SportWagen is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles. The Impreza is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 409 miles. This gives the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Subaru Impreza. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and cargo space. The 2019 Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen and the 2019 Subaru Impreza have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15401 - 25095
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.411181
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15994 - 24313
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
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Trim Levels
1.4T S, 1.4T SE, 1.8T S 4Motion
2019 Subaru Impreza Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 72000 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:
147 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
152 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 37 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 488 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
24 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 409 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
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
20.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
121.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3053 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
58.3 inches
Length:
179.8 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2985 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
175.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
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:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
205/55R16