Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen model year from 2015 to 2019 — 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 engines; the most efficient version is the 2015 (up to 35 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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 |
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 29 to 35 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2015 model year.
What engines does the 2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen have?
The 2019 Golf Sportwagen was EPA-rated with 1.4L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl engines — see the 2019 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline or diesel.
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