Used 2019 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback Trims Comparison
Trim level differences
The 2019 Volkswagen Golf is available in two trim levels, S and SE. Both trims receive the same turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine (147 horsepower, 184 pound-feet of torque) and send power to the front wheels via a six-speed manual transmission. An eight-speed automatic is available as an optional upgrade.
Which Golf trim does Edmunds recommend?
If we were looking for a car with all the gizmos, we'd pass on the Golf. Competitors have more to offer. That's why we'd stick with the base Golf S. You only forgo a handful of features, and you still get a lot of refinement. As the engine can seem a little overworked with the six-speed manual, get the automatic transmission.
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| Vehicle | Golf 1.4T S | Golf 1.4T SE |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle | ||
| Hide similarities | ||
| Section Title | Features | Features |
| Bluetooth | standard | standard |
| Navigation | Not available | Not available |
| Satellite radio | Not Available | standard |
| Keyless Ignition | Not Available | standard |
| Cruise control | standard | standard |
| Adaptive cruise control | Not Available | optional |
| Parking assistance | Not available | Not available |
| Upholstery | cloth | leatherette |
| Heated seats | Not Available | standard |
| Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not available | Not available |
| Folding rear seats | standard | standard |
| Sunroof | Not Available | standard |
| Section Title | Specifications | Specifications |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Engine power | 147 hp @ 5,000 rpm | 147 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Engine torque | 184 lb-ft @ 1,400 rpm | 184 lb-ft @ 1,400 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 1.4 l | 1.4 l |
| Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Tire size | 195/65R15 | 205/55R16 |
| Wheel size | 15 X 6.0-in | 16 X 6.5-in |
| Wheel type | alloy wheels | alloy wheels |
| Run flat tires | Not available | Not available |
| Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 29 / 37 / 32 MPG | 29 / 37 / 32 MPG |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Driving Range (city/hwy) | 383 / 488 miles | 383 / 488 miles |
| Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions |
| Turning circle | 35.8 ft. | 35.8 ft. |
| Curb weight | 2,873 lb. | 2,873 lb. |
| Ground Clearance | 5.4 in. | 5.4 in. |
| Overall Width with Mirrors | - | - |
| Overall Width without Mirrors | 70.8 in. | 70.8 in. |
| Height | 58.2 in. | 58.2 in. |
| Length | 167.6 in. | 167.6 in. |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in. | 103.8 in. |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo Space | 22.8 cu. ft. | 22.8 cu. ft. |
| Front Head Room | 38.4 in. | 38.4 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 41.2 in. | 41.2 in. |
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.9 in. | 55.9 in. |
| Rear Head Room | 38.1 in. | 38.1 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 35.6 in. | 35.6 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. |
| Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
| True Cost to Own® | Not Available | Not Available |
| Average Cost Per Mile | Not Available | Not Available |
| Depreciation | Not Available | Not Available |
| Financing | Not Available | Not Available |
| Taxes & Fees | Not Available | Not Available |
| Fuel | Not Available | Not Available |
| Insurance | Not Available | Not Available |
| Maintenance | Not Available | Not Available |
| Repairs | Not Available | Not Available |
| Section Title | Colors | Colors |
| Interior | Beige, cloth Titan Black, cloth | Beige, leatherette Titan Black, leatherette |
| Exterior | Deep Black Pearl Night Blue Metallic Silk Blue Metallic Tornado Red Pure White Tungsten Silver Metallic Platinum Gray Metallic | Deep Black Pearl Night Blue Metallic Silk Blue Metallic Tornado Red Pure White Tungsten Silver Metallic Platinum Gray Metallic |