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2019
2018
Fuel Economy
24 - 25 combined mpg
Horsepower
170 hp
Engine
4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter
Cargo Volume
66.5 cu ft
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2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Review

Scott Oldham

Updated May 20, 2025

Pros

If you’re looking for a stylish, affordable, and fun all-wheel-drive wagon to get you through snowy winters and get your mountain bike to the trailhead, you’ll like the 2018 VW Golf Alltrack. A real alternative to the gaggle of small SUVs, the Alltrack delivers an upscale, premium feel as well as impressive fuel efficiency. Plus it’s ranked a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

Cons

Some may find the 2018 VW Alltrack to be too small for their needs. The Subaru Outback is larger and it offers more ground clearance. Audi’s stylish Allroad is far more expensive, but it’s also larger than the Alltrack and packs significantly more power. Hardcore off-roaders should be shopping trucks with a 2-speed transfer case, which these wagons do not offer.

What's New?

For 2018 the Golf Alltrack gets new LED taillights, LED daytime-running lights and automatic headlights as well as a longer warranty. Base S models also get a larger 6.5-inch touch screen and connectivity upgrades. The SE trim level has been updated with an 8-inch touch screen and a long list of new standard safety systems including Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking.

All-new just last year, the 2018 VW Golf Alltrack is a sporty compact wagon with a fuel-efficient turbocharged engine and standard all-wheel drive (AWD). With additional ground clearance, rugged SUV styling and an off-road driving mode, the new Alltrack is fun to drive and ready for adventure. Main competitors include the Subaru Outback, the Subaru Crosstrek and the more expensive Audi Allroad. Three trim levels are available, S, SE and SEL with prices starting around $26,500. Each comes with a sprightly 170-horsepower 1.8-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder, which it shares with the Golf hatchback and Golf SportWagen. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard in the S and SE models, but a slick-shifting 6-speed dual-clutch automatic with paddle shifters is available for an additional $1,100. The automatic is standard on the top-of-the-range Alltrack SEL, which costs over $36,000.

2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Pricing

2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack pricing starts at $17,388 for the Golf Alltrack TSI S Wagon 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $27,210 when new. The range-topping 2018 Golf Alltrack TSI SEL Wagon 4D starts at $15,482 today, originally priced from $36,915.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
$27,210
$17,388
$31,020
$18,950
$36,915
$15,482

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Driving the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack

The new Golf Alltrack is rewarding and surprisingly adept on-road and off. On pavement, it drives much like a standard Golf SportWagen: quick, nimble and compliant. The 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is mostly smooth. We like its traditional shift points more than the continuously variable transmission (CVT) used by Subaru. The 2018 Alltrack is fun to throw into corners, and its steering firms up nicely after initial softness at lower speeds. The new VW Alltrack is well-suited for dirt roads and is capable of light off-roading. Treated as a rally car, the Alltrack is a blast to fling around, and it can make an amateur look like a pro. Pushed hard, the Alltrack will slide just enough for grins until traction and stability controls kick in. The Haldex 4Motion AWD system aptly puts power to the wheel where it’s needed, and the built-in hill-descent control helps ease the car down steeper grades.

Interior Comfort

Volkswagen is known for its well-built, high-quality and comfortable interiors, and the cabin of the 2018 VW Alltrack lives up to those expectations. The wagon seats five and offers 35.6 inches of rear legroom, with is plenty unless you’re well over 6-feet tall. The front seats are supportive, the driving position is perfect and there’s an adjustable center armrest. The climate and audio systems are easy to use. Behind its rear seat the cargo area measures an ample 30.4 cubic feet of space. When more is needed, you can fold its rear seat, which is split 60/40, and increase the cargo capacity to 66.5 cubic feet, which rivals many small SUVs.

Exterior Styling

Although it’s based on the VW Golf SportWagen, the Alltrack’s raised suspension, unique front and rear bumpers, and dark body cladding along its side sills and wheel arches give it a tough, rugged look. It isn’t over the top, like it’s looking to charge through a post-apocalyptic wasteland, but it doesn’t look like a traditional wagon either. For 2018 VW has added LED taillights and LED daytime-running lights for a more modern look. S and SE trim levels get 17-inch wheels and tires, while the top Alltrack SEL rolls on 18s. Silver mirrors and roof rails are standard and the lower-window chrome molding adds some upscale flair.

Favorite Features

DRIVER-ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS
For 2018 the VW Golf Alltrack with the SE trim level comes standard with Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking, as well as Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert. The top SEL trim level adds Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, parking sensors and Park Assist, which will practically park the wagon for you.

FENDER PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM
Standard on the 2018 VW Golf Alltrack SEL, this premium sound system packs 400 watts of power through nine speakers and a subwoofer mounted in the cargo area. The award-winning system, created by Fender and Panasonic, is one of the best audio systems in the class with incredible depth and detail.

Standard Features

The 2018 VW Golf Alltrack comes in three trims: S, SE and SEL. The least expensive Alltrack S is well equipped and completely recommendable. It includes faux-leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, a rearview camera, automatic headlights, heated front seats, heated side mirrors and windshield-washer nozzles, 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, 8-way partially power-operated driver’s seat, rearview camera and a 6.5-inch touch-screen infotainment system with AM/FM/CD player with HD Radio, USB and Bluetooth connectivity. The standard Car-Net system works with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone apps. All-wheel drive is standard on all trim levels and features an off-road mode and hill-descent control.

Factory Options

For a better equipped 2018 VW Alltrack we recommend stepping up to the mid-trim SE, which brings keyless entry, push-button start, an 8-inch touch screen, a power panoramic sunroof, forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking as well as Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert. The top-line Alltrack SEL variant adds dual-zone climate control, Fender premium audio system and upgraded infotainment-system navigation with off-road data, plus 18-inch wheels and a 12-way-power driver’s seat. The Alltrack SEL also gets Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, parking sensors and Park Assist, which will practically park the wagon for you.

Engine & Transmission

While the Subaru Outback offers a choice of 4- or 6-cylinder engines, the 2018 Golf Alltrack offers only one, but it shines: VW’s 1.8-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder. Putting out 170 horsepower and 199 lb-ft of torque, this invigorating engine easily pushes the new Alltrack and happily drinks regular unleaded. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard on the S and SE trim levels, but the dual-clutch 6-speed automatic transmission, which is standard on the Alltrack SEL, is offered for an additional $1,100. At up to 32 mpg on the highway, the Golf Alltrack has respectable fuel economy, but unlike the Subaru Outback, the Alltrack is not rated to tow. All-wheel drive is standard on all models.

1.8-liter turbocharged inline-4
170 horsepower @ 4,500 rpm
199 lb-ft of torque @ 1,600 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 24/33 mpg (manual), 22/30 mpg (automatic)


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2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
TSI SEL Wagon 4D
$15,482
25 MPG
170 @ 4500 RPM
4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter
66.5 cu ft
199 lb-ft
3395 lbs
TSI S Wagon 4D
$17,388
24 MPG
170 @ 4500 RPM
4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter
66.5 cu ft
199 lb-ft
3351 lbs
TSI SE Wagon 4D
$18,950
24 MPG
170 @ 4500 RPM
4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter
66.5 cu ft
199 lb-ft
3351 lbs
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2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Depreciation

A 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack has depreciated $9,125 or 41% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $12,841 and trade-in value of $10,809.

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2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Annual Depreciation

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Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $456
$21,966
$19,604
2023
$2,385
$19,581
$17,498
2024
$931
$18,650
$17,091
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$5,809
$12,841
$10,809
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2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3395 lbs.
EPA Passenger
94.3 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
14.5 gallons
Front Head Room
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room
41.2 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Minimum Ground Clearance
6.9 inches
Overall Length
180.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room
55.9 inches
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
66.5 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
35.8 feet
Wheel Base
103.5 inches
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
4564 lbs.
Width with mirrors
70.8 inches

Exterior

Adaptive Headlights
Available
Alloy Wheels
Available
Fog Lights
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Roof Rails
Available
LED Headlights
Available

Fuel Economy

City
22 mpg
Highway
30 mpg
Combined
25 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission Type
Automatic
6 speed
Available
Recommended Fuel
Regular
Hill Start Assist
Available
Parking Assist System
Available

Performance

Horsepower
170 @ 4500 RPM
Torque
199 @ 1600 rpm
Engine
4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter

Warranty

Basic
6 years / 72000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Corrosion
7 years / 100000 miles

Comfort & Convenience

  • Integrated Garage Door Opener
  • Interior Ambient Lighting

Entertainment

  • Premium Radio
  • Satellite Radio
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
  • Power Windows
  • 12V Power Outlet
  • Power Outlet
  • Steering Wheel Controls
  • Tilt Steering Wheel
  • Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Folding Rear Seat
  • Heated Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System
  • Push-Button Engine Start
  • Smartphone Interface
  • Touch Screen Monitor
  • USB Port
  • Voice Recognition System

2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Safety

2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control
  • Blind-Spot Alert
  • Collision Preparation
  • Collision Warning System
  • Collision Warning System with Auto Brake
  • Front & Rear Parking Sensors
  • Front Head Curtain Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Lane Departure Warning System
  • Pedestrian Detection System
  • Rear Head Curtain Airbag
  • Rear View Camera
5.0

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Frontal Crash
4.0
Side Barrier
5.0
Rollover Rating
4.0
Side Crash
5.0

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$15,482
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$14,500
$14,775
KBB.com Rating
4.2
4.4
4.3
4.6
Consumer Rating
4.7
4.6
4.2
4.5
Fuel Economy
City 22/Hwy 30/Comb 25 MPG
City 0/Hwy 0/Comb 46 MPG | City 0/Hwy 0/Comb 105 MPGe
City 28/Hwy 36/Comb 31 MPG
City 27/Hwy 32/Comb 29 MPG
Fuel Type
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Safety Rating
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5.0
5.0
Seating Capacity5555
Basic Warranty
6 years or 72000 miles
5 years or 60000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
5 years or 60000 miles
Horsepower
170 @ 4500 RPM
139 @ 5700 RPM
152 @ 6000 RPM
201 @ 6000 RPM
Engine
4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter
4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.6 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.6 Liter
Drivetrain
AWD
FWD
AWD
FWD

2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Rankings

FAQs

Is the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack a good vehicle?

Yes, the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack is a good car. Its Kelley Blue Book rating of 4.2 out of 5 is within 10% of our average rating.

What is the MPG for a 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack?

2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack city/highway fuel economy ratings range from 21/30 mpg to 22/30 mpg, depending on trim and equipment.

How much should a 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack cost?

Used 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack prices currently range from $15,482 for the TSI SEL Wagon 4D to $18,950 for the TSI SE Wagon 4D when purchasing from a dealership, depending on a range of factors like equipment, mileage, and condition.

What's the cheapest Volkswagen Golf Alltrack?

The cheapest 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack is the TSI SEL Wagon 4D, with a Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price of $15,482.

Is the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack reliable?

The 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack is part of the 1st-generation Golf Alltrack, which our owners give an above-average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5.

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