Nissan Juke vs Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
The Nissan Juke is more fuel-efficient at 30 MPG combined, against 29 MPG for the Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Nissan Juke | Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 49 | 73 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 5 and 1 | 2 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 46,000 miles | 44,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City and highway | 27 and 33 | 25 and 34 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,750 | $2,300 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 49 complaints for the Nissan Juke and 73 for the Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the Nissan Juke, 5 stars for the Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen.
Safety recalls on file: 1 for the Nissan Juke, 3 for the Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen.