2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack vs 2017 Subaru Outback

The 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack has hit the market. This impressive new Golf variant offers added storage capabilities combined with an impressive all-wheel drive system. So how does the new Volkswagen compare to the top competition. Looking at the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack vs the 2017 Subaru Outback will help showcase the capabilities of Volkswagen’s impressive new vehicle.

2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Engine Performance

Under the hood of the 2017 Golf Alltrack is a turbocharged 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine. Performance numbers on this engine check in at 170 horsepower and 199 pound-feet of torque. Subaru chooses to equip the Outback with 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 175 horsepower and 174 pound-feet of torque. By turbocharging a smaller engine, the Alltrack is able to match the Outback in the horsepower category while exceeding it significantly in the all-important torque category.

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2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Standard Equipment

The 2017 Golf Alltrack upholds the standard Volkswagen has set by offering a healthy collection of features on even the base trim level. A Volkswagen Golf Alltrack S trim level will come equipped with features like 15-inch alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, leather-trimmed steering wheel, synthetic leather upholstery, heated front seats and ambient cabin lighting.

Standard technology features include a rearview camera, 6.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity and Android Auto and Apple Carplay.

The 2017 Golf Alltrack is also offered with both manual and automatic transmissions, while the Outback is only available with a continuously variable transmission.

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