Toyota Prius V vs Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
The Toyota Prius V is more fuel-efficient at 41 MPG combined, against 35 MPG for the Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Toyota Prius V | Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 32 | 85 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 5 and 0 | 1 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 59,000 miles | 52,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 41 MPG | 35 MPG |
| City and highway | 43 and 39 | 31 and 40 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,650 | $2,750 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 32 complaints for the Toyota Prius V and 85 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.
Safety recalls on file: 2 for the Toyota Prius V, 3 for the Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen.