Audi A4 allroad vs. Volkswagen Golf
When we compare the Audi A4 allroad's and the Volkswagen Golf's specifications and ratings, the Audi A4 allroad has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Volkswagen Golf has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi A4 allroad's and the Volkswagen Golf's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Golf is a better car than the Audi A4 allroad.
Audi A4 allroad vs. Volkswagen Golf Pricing
A used 2021 Audi A4 allroad ranges from $39,750 to $49,766 while a used 2021 Volkswagen Golf is priced between $17,996 to $25,810.
Audi A4 allroad vs. Volkswagen Golf Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A4 allroad loses 49.5 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Golf loses 40 percent of its value. This means the Volkswagen Golf retains 9.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A4 allroad.
Audi A4 allroad vs. Volkswagen Golf Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A4 allroad is 8.4 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Golf's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Audi A4 allroad being ranked 3 out of 12 Best Luxury Wagons and the Volkswagen Golf being ranked 2 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks.
Audi A4 allroad vs. Volkswagen Golf Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A4 allroad is 7.1 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Golf the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Volkswagen Golf an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A4 allroad.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A4 allroad’s base engine makes 261 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Golf base engine makes 147 horsepower. The A4 allroad is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The Golf is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles. This gives the Volkswagen Golf the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi A4 allroad. The A4 allroad uses premium unleaded, and the Golf uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Audi A4 allroad has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volkswagen Golf has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room. The Audi A4 allroad and Volkswagen Golf are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volkswagen Golf has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$39,750 - $49,766
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$17,996 - $25,810
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
40%
Audi A4 allroad Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen Golf Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A4 allroad Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 12Volkswagen Golf Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 28Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
41 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A4 allroad Trim Levels
quattro Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 45 TFSI, quattro Prestige 45 TFSI
Volkswagen Golf Trim Levels
TSI
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
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:
261 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
367 / 459 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
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 39 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 515 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
24.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
116.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
17.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
42.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
110.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3880 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
58.8 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
110.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2945 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
167.6 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
