Volkswagen SportWagen The 2011 Volkswagen SportWagen is a 4-door, 5-seat hatchback, available in 8 trims, ranging from the Base to the Base. Upon introduction, the Base is equipped with a standard 2.5L, 5-cylinder, engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 30-mpg on the highway. A Manual transmission is standard. The Base is equipped with a standard 2.0L, 4-cylinder, engine that achieves 29-mpg in the city and 40-mpg on the highway. A Manual transmission is standard.