Volkswagen Golf Alltrack vs. Volkswagen Golf

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack and Volkswagen Golf contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack and the Volkswagen Golf.

When comparing the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack's and the Volkswagen Golf's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack 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 and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack's and the Volkswagen Golf's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Golf is a better car than the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack.

Pricing: A used 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack ranges from $18,995 to $28,976 while a used 2019 Volkswagen Golf is priced between $13,085 to $20,998.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack loses 35.7 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Golf loses 34.5 percent of its value. This means the Volkswagen Golf retains 1.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack’s base engine makes 170 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Golf base engine makes 147 horsepower. The Golf Alltrack is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 435 miles. The Golf is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles. This gives the Volkswagen Golf the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are compact cars, the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Volkswagen Golf Alltrack and Volkswagen Golf are comparable in regards to front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack and the Volkswagen Golf have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.