Why buy a 2019 Volkswagen SportWagen

The right-sized SUV alternative that you’ll love to drive

Once in a while, you feel like you need to do your own thing. This does not mean that any compromises must be made – You simply desire to not be like everyone else. In today’s car world, the all-mighty SUV has it and while we’ve got a few of our own for sale, the Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is certainly special, and worth a look.

We like to think of the SportWagen as the right-sized SUV alternative that begs to be discovered. But don’t simply take our word for it. Take a moment a search the web for reviews by renown Canadian automotive journalists and you will note that they unanimously appreciate the Volkswagen Golf SportWagen.

The list of reasons as to why our SportWagen scores highly are simple and straightforward enough.

The Golf SportWagen is eye-catching, and it is unique. Up to about midway through the car, the SportWagen is all Golf with its distinct front fascia and purposeful stance. To some, few cars are more distinct than station wagons and we think we’ve managed to perfectly match form and function in one tidy package.

The same goes for the interior where there’s ample room for five adults and all their gear. And we do mean all as the Golf SportWagen’s trunk is as capacious as many small SUVs. The level of attention to quality and ergonomics will make you think you are in a more expensive car, especially when facing the available 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with proximity sensor and App-Connect smartphone integration and more.

Beyond the space, comfort and styling, the driving experience is what always seals the deal. Powered by a pair of frugal and torque-rich turbocharged 4-cylinder engines, the Volkswagen Golf SportWagen delivers performance and smiles.

The front-wheel-drive versions feature a 1.4-litre that delivers 147-horsepower. This mill can be mated to a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic transmission. Those who thrive when driving conditions become more challenging will love our optional 4MOTION all-wheel-drive drivetrain. Coupled to a 168-horsepower 1.8-litre engine and a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, road trips in the mountain will take on a whole other meaning.

Designed for refined comfort and handling, the Golf SportWagen will impress you at every turn. Not only can it haul all your gear and friends, but it can handle all the roads you throw at it.