Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | wagon | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | wagon | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 1.8, Fuel type: Regular | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 4 | 1.8 | Regular |
| 2018 | wagon | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 1.8, Fuel type: Regular | Manual 6-spd | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | 4 | 1.8 | Regular |
| 2017 | wagon | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 1.8, Fuel type: Regular | Automatic (AM-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 4 | 1.8 | Regular |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | bodyAndInterior | GVWR | Steering location | Seat rows | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | 5 | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 103.5 | — | — |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 103.5 | 17 | 17 |
| 2017 | — | 4 | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | adas | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | rearCamera | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, pedestrianAeb: standard, blindSpotMonitoring: standard, rearCamera: standard, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2018 | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, rearCamera: standard, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | standard | standard | standard |
| 2017 | tpms: standard | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2020
NewestThe 2020 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack boasts exceptional reliability with zero recalls and complaints, making it a dependable choice.
2019
The 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack offers standard all-wheel drive and wagon practicality, but its average reliability rating and documented electrical system concerns warrant careful consideration and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
2018
The 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack offers capable all-wheel-drive performance but warrants careful inspection due to documented issues with its automatic emergency braking system and potential for sunroof leaks.
2017
The 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack offers standard all-wheel drive and practicality, but its "Below Average" reliability verdict, driven by significant panoramic sunroof water intrusion issues, makes it a cautious purchase.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack?
Carfocal currently has 4 published Golf Alltrack reports, covering 2017 through 2020. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2020 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack boasts exceptional reliability with zero recalls and complaints, making it a dependable choice.
Published year coverage: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020.
Is the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Volkswagen Golf Alltrack. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2020 volkswagen golf alltrack boasts exceptional reliability with zero recalls and complaints, making it a dependable choice. and given its excellent reliability record, the 2020 volkswagen golf alltrack represents a strong value proposition for used car shoppers. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
4 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack?
Across Carfocal's published Golf Alltrack guides, recurring problem areas include Ignition Switch, Thermostat Housing/Water Pump Module, and DSG Transmission Mechatronics Unit. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Ignition Switch, Thermostat Housing/Water Pump Module, and DSG Transmission Mechatronics Unit.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 4
- Years tracked
- 4
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints