2020 Volvo V60 vs. 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
In comparing the 2020 Volvo V60's and the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Volvo V60 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Volvo V60's and the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is a better car than the 2020 Volvo V60.
2020 Volvo V60 vs. 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Pricing
A used 2020 Volvo V60 ranges from $27,998 to $39,993 while a used 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is priced between $15,401 to $25,095.
2020 Volvo V60 vs. 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Volvo V60 loses 55.1 percent of its value and the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen loses 41.1 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen retains 13.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Volvo V60.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Volvo V60’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen base engine makes 147 horsepower. The V60 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The Golf SportWagen is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles.This gives the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Volvo V60 the advantage in maximum range. The V60 uses premium unleaded, and the Golf SportWagen uses 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, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 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 2020 Volvo V60 and the 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27998 - 39993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.55061
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15401 - 25095
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.411181
Volvo V60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.233333 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 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 SportWagen Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 5Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Volvo V60 Trim Levels
T5 Inscription, T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design
2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Trim Levels
1.4T S, 1.4T SE, 1.8T S 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:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
22.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
116.5 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:
3785 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/65R15