2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack

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2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack

Key specs

Base trim shown

Wagon

Body style

24

Combined MPG

5

Seating capacity

180.2” x 59.6”

Dimensions

All-wheel drive

Drivetrain

Overview

The good:

  • Handling
  • Engine refinement
  • Cabin materials
  • Versatility
  • Six-year/72,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty

The bad:

  • Steering feedback (GTI, R)
  • Clutch feel (manual transmission)
  • Golf R's hefty price premium
  • Backseat legroom (SportWagen)

3 trims

Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price

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Notable features

  • Automatic emergency braking available
  • Hatchback and wagon body styles
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • Performance-oriented GTI and R versions available
  • Choice of turbo four-cylinder engines

2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2019 Volkswagen Golf?

The Golf lineup encompasses a wide range of models, including the four-door Golf hatchback, performance GTI and R hatchbacks, and the SportWagen and Alltrack wagons. The SportWagen is available with front- or all-wheel drive, while the Golf R and Alltrack have standard AWD. Other models have FWD. Competitors include the Chevrolet Cruze hatchback, Kia Soul and Mini Countryman.

What’s New on the 2019 Volkswagen Golf?

On the Golf S and SE, as well as the front-drive SportWagen, the engine is now a 147-horsepower, turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder instead of a 1.8-liter engine. Horsepower on GTI models increases 8 hp to 228 hp, and the GTI Rabbit Edition comes with gloss-black 18-inch wheels, adaptive LED headlights, and unique exterior and interior trim; the GTI also gets a limited-slip differential and brakes from the Golf R. The Golf R, meanwhile, comes in a single trim level with the Dynamic Chassis Control adaptive suspension and navigation. The base S trim levels of the Alltrack and regular Golf add forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, a blind spot warning system and rear cross-traffic alert.

What Features in the 2019 Volkswagen Golf Are Most Important?

All models offer a rare combination of practicality and fun-to-drive sportiness that makes the Golf stand out from the crowd. Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking is available on all models and standard on many. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity is standard.

Should I Buy the 2019 Volkswagen Golf?

Volkswagen stumbled badly with its diesel emissions scandal, but it’s showing a renewed focus on catering to American tastes while retaining some of its German heritage. That said, the Golf line lacks the styling appeal of some competitors — and a roster of hatchbacks and wagons seems out of tune with today’s market. However, driving a Golf and experiencing its refinement and versatility might be enough to sway some SUV-minded shoppers.

Consumer reviews

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.8

Most recent consumer reviews

5.0

Love this Car!

Love my Alltrack! While snug, it is a compact, its well oriented, and fun to drive. I have the sky roof option, and love it. Typical German engineering, simple on the frills, but great performance. Plenty of room in the trunk area for most anything. Visually a great looking car, inside and out. Outstanding gas mileage, and it'll even teach you to get the most out of it mileage wise.

4.0

Just My Observation of the car's qualities

Very few places to store much of anything in the front seat area. Too many electronic options &/or information through the radio & the steering wheel buttons. The Driver's Manual is a 365 page novel

5.0

The last of the Manuals... (or dodos...)

I am so happy I purchased this car new in May of 2018. It is the PERFECT car. A slick manual transmission linked to a 1.8 Turbo four that is plenty fast yet also can get 34mpg on the highway if properly driven. Discarding the "no-season" tires and upgrading to 235/45/18 all around with new wheels yielded much better looks and even better handling. It is a genuine pleasure to startle cars behind me on highway entrances or twists. Yet it has wagon versatility too; I've installed a trailer hitch and delight in parking next to all the trucks at the local boat launches. Equipped with 205/65/16 Nokian tires it devours winter roads from Maine to Quebec, providing predictable handling and AWD ability to any ski trip. Shame you can't fully turn off the traction control. Yet best for last: this is a manual. I'm a common working person. Many of the miles are not spent exploring the handling limits, they're spend commuting. This is where the manual shines. It is interesting, intuitive, and rewards when operated well. It makes a commute less dull than a slush box or whatever electric you prefer. It's a shame VW killed this one off; it is a magnificent salute to the euro wagon, devoid of needless paunch yet with all the creature comforts (heyyyy apple car play). It isn't overweight, it does everything you need, and heck it even looks good. America, you don't deserve this car (so you can't have it anymore). To quote Charlton Heston, "you're going to have to pry this from my cold dead hands". God bless the Alltrack and VW may your soul rot in xxxx for discontinuing this car.

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Warranty

New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by Volkswagen
New car program benefits
Bumper-to-bumper
72 months/72,000 miles
Corrosion
84 months/100,000 miles
Powertrain
72 months/72,000 miles
Roadside assistance
36 months/36,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Maximum age/mileage
MY 2016-MY 2017 vehicles/75,000 miles; MY 2018- MY 2019 vehicles/72,000 miles; MY 2020 and newer vehicles/75,000 miles
Basic warranty terms
Vehicles purchased on or after 1/5/21: MY 2017 & older, 2 yrs/24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2018-19, 1 yr/12,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2020 & newer, 2 years/24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty
Dealer certification required
100-plus point inspection
Roadside assistance
Yes
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