Honda Fit vs. Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
In comparing the Honda Fit's and the Volkswagen Golf SportWagen's specifications and ratings, the Honda Fit has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. The Volkswagen Golf SportWagen has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Honda Fit's and the Volkswagen Golf SportWagen's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is a better car than the Honda Fit.
Honda Fit vs. Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Pricing
A used 2019 Honda Fit ranges from $14,974 to $22,998 while a used 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is priced between $15,401 to $25,095.
Honda Fit vs. Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda Fit loses 29.8 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Golf SportWagen loses 41.1 percent of its value. This means the Honda Fit retains 11.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volkswagen Golf SportWagen.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Honda Fit’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Golf SportWagen base engine makes 147 horsepower. The Fit is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 382 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 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Honda Fit. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 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 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 Honda Fit and the Volkswagen Golf SportWagen have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14974 - 22998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.298152
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15401 - 25095
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.411181
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 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda 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 / 43Volkswagen 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
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda Fit Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi, LX, LX w/Honda Sensing, Sport, Sport w/Honda Sensing
Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Trim Levels
1.4T S, 1.4T SE, 1.8T S 4Motion
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:
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:
130 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 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:
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 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
307 / 382 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
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
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
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
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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 applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
112.3 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 applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
124.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2522 lbs
Width:
67 inches
Height:
60 inches
Length:
161.4 inches
Wheelbase:
99.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
185/60R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/65R15