Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen model year from 1986 to 2021 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Golf Sportwagen has been offered with 1.4L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl, 1.9L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2003 (up to 38 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 32–33 MPG | 1.4L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2020 | 31–32 MPG | 1.4L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2019 | 24–32 MPG | 1.4L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | $20,998 | 6 listings |
| 2018 | 24–29 MPG | 1.8L 4-cyl | $13,500 | 22 listings |
| 2017 | 25–29 MPG | 1.8L 4-cyl | $8,885 | 10 listings |
| 2016 | 28–29 MPG | 1.8L 4-cyl | $10,000 | 20 listings |
| 2015 | 28–35 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | $9,160 | 14 listings |
| 2014 | 26–32 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 26–32 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 26–32 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 26–32 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 25–32 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 24–34 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 24–35 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 24–36 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 23–38 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 23–38 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2001 | 22–38 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2000 | 22–38 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1999 | 22–24 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1989 | 22–34 MPG | 1.6L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1988 | 23–25 MPG | 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1987 | 22–33 MPG | 1.6L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1986 | 22–35 MPG | 1.6L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
2021 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2021 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 32 to 33 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 29 | 39 | 33 MPG |
| Golf | 1.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 29 | 36 | 32 MPG |
2020 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2020 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 31 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 29 | 35 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 1.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 28 | 36 | 31 MPG |
2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2019 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.4L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 32 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $20,998 on VehiSales (6 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf SportWagen | 1.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 29 | 37 | 32 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen | 1.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 27 | 36 | 31 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen 4motion | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen 4motion | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 24 MPG |
2018 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2018 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 29 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $13,500 on VehiSales (22 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf SportWagen | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 25 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 24 | 33 | 28 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen 4motion | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen 4motion | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 24 MPG |
2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2017 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 29 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $8,885 on VehiSales (10 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf SportWagen | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 25 | 35 | 28 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen 4motion | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen 4motion | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2016 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 28 to 29 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $10,000 on VehiSales (20 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf SportWagen | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 25 | 35 | 28 MPG |
2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2015 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 28 to 35 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $9,160 on VehiSales (14 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf SportWagen | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Diesel | 30 | 42 | 35 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Diesel | 31 | 40 | 35 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 25 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Golf SportWagen | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 25 | 35 | 28 MPG |
2014 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2014 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Diesel | 29 | 39 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Diesel | 29 | 37 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.5L 5-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 MPG |
2013 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2013 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Diesel | 29 | 39 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Diesel | 29 | 37 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.5L 5-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 33 | 26 MPG |
| Golf | 2.5L 5-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 24 | 31 | 26 MPG |
2012 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2012 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Diesel | 29 | 39 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 29 | 37 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.5L 5-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 24 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Golf | 2.5L 5-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 33 | 26 MPG |
2011 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2011 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 29 | 37 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Diesel | 29 | 39 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.5L 5-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 24 | 31 | 27 MPG |
| Golf | 2.5L 5-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 33 | 26 MPG |
2010 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2010 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 29 | 37 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Diesel | 29 | 39 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.5L 5-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 MPG |
| Golf | 2.5L 5-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
2006 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2006 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 34 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 31 | 40 | 34 MPG |
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Diesel | 28 | 40 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 24 MPG |
2005 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2005 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 35 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 32 | 41 | 35 MPG |
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Diesel | 28 | 39 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
2004 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2004 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 36 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 32 | 42 | 36 MPG |
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Diesel | 28 | 39 | 32 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
2003 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2003 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 38 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 35 | 44 | 38 MPG |
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Diesel | 29 | 40 | 33 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2002 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2002 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 4 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 38 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 35 | 44 | 38 MPG |
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Diesel | 29 | 40 | 33 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2001 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2001 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 6 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 38 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 35 | 44 | 38 MPG |
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Diesel | 29 | 40 | 33 MPG |
| Golf | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Golf | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
2000 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 2000 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 6 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 38 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 35 | 44 | 38 MPG |
| Golf | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Diesel | 29 | 40 | 33 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Golf | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Golf | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
1999 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 1999 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Golf | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
1989 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 1989 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 3 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 34 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 31 | 39 | 34 MPG |
| Golf | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Golf | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
1988 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 1988 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Golf | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
1987 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 1987 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 3 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 33 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 31 | 37 | 33 MPG |
| Golf | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Golf | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 25 | 22 MPG |
1986 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: engines & MPG
The 1986 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated in 3 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 35 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 31 | 40 | 35 MPG |
| Golf | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Golf | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 25 | 22 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Golf Sportwagen range from 24 to 38 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2003 model year.
What engines does the 2021 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen have?
The 2021 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated with 1.4L 4-cyl engines — see the 2021 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists regular gasoline and diesel and premium gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
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