Question 1

Is the Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN has 238 total NHTSA complaints across 5 model years. The most reliable years are 2019 (12 complaints), 2018 (19 complaints). Years to avoid: 2015 (84 complaints), 2016 (72 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2015, 2016 Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN. The 2015 model has the most complaints (84) with the top issue being ELECTRICAL.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN are 2019 (12 complaints), 2018 (19 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2019	12	THE MOTOR COMPLETELY SHUTS OFF UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE ...	Excellent Reliability
2018	19	When coasting with foot off the accelerator at nor...	Above Average
2017	51	I HAVE 2017 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. THE REAR ...	Average
2016	72	CLOCK SPRING FAILURE IN UNDER 2 YEARS (LESS THAN 2...	Below Average
2015	84	PROBLEM NOTICED DECEMBER 12TH WHEN ONE BY ONE ALL ...	Avoid This Year

Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN — All Years

Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid