Club CarOnward 2 PassengervsCushmanShuttle 2+2
Complete head-to-head comparison. Which model is right for you?
Overall Winner: Tie
These sister carts from Textron serve fundamentally different markets. The Club Car Onward 2 Passenger excels as a personal and recreational cart with refined styling, comfort, and the industry's largest accessory ecosystem. The Cushman Shuttle 2+2 wins for commercial and fleet applications with its rugged construction, 4-passenger capacity, and work-ready durability. Your choice depends entirely on whether this is a personal vehicle or a commercial workhorse.
Quick Comparison
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Category-by-Category Breakdown
Detailed comparison across all important factors
| Category | Club Car Onward 2 Passenger | Cushman Shuttle 2+2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance & Power | 7/10 Reaches 19 mph with gas or electric powertrains. Smooth acceleration and efficient operation for personal use. | 7/10 Also reaches 19 mph with ELiTE Lithium or gas options. Torquey drivetrain handles the extra weight of four passengers. | Tie |
| Build Quality & Durability | 8/10 Club Car's rust-proof aluminum frame is built to last with premium materials and refined fit and finish for personal use. | 9/10 Commercial-grade construction with powder-coated frame, heavy-duty components, and suspension designed to handle daily fleet abuse. | Cushman Shuttle 2+2 |
| Comfort & Ride Quality | 8/10 Premium seating, refined suspension tuning, and quiet operation. Designed for enjoyable personal driving with attention to comfort details. | 6/10 Functional seating for four with a firm, utility-focused ride. The rear-facing bench seats prioritize passenger count over luxury. | Club Car Onward 2 Passenger |
| Passenger Capacity | 5/10 Seats 2 passengers in forward-facing comfort. Rear can be used for cargo with optional accessories. | 8/10 Carries 4 passengers in a compact footprint — 2 forward-facing and 2 rear-facing — ideal for shuttling groups. | Cushman Shuttle 2+2 |
| Value & Pricing | 8/10 At $9,475 with transparent pricing, the Onward offers strong value for a premium personal cart from a top-tier brand. | 6/10 Dealer-quote pricing (typically higher than comparable personal carts) reflects the commercial-grade build and fleet-focused sales model. | Club Car Onward 2 Passenger |
| Customization & Accessories | 10/10 The industry's largest aftermarket ecosystem with thousands of accessories, custom colors, seats, tops, wheels, and body kits. | 7/10 Commercial accessories and fleet customization options are available, but the consumer aftermarket is much smaller. | Club Car Onward 2 Passenger |
| Brand & Dealer Support | 9/10 Club Car has one of the largest consumer golf cart dealer networks with easy parts availability and widespread service. | 8/10 Cushman has strong commercial dealer support with fleet service expertise, though fewer consumer-focused locations. | Tie |
Performance & Power
TieReaches 19 mph with gas or electric powertrains. Smooth acceleration and efficient operation for personal use.
Also reaches 19 mph with ELiTE Lithium or gas options. Torquey drivetrain handles the extra weight of four passengers.
Build Quality & Durability
Cushman Shuttle 2+2Club Car's rust-proof aluminum frame is built to last with premium materials and refined fit and finish for personal use.
Commercial-grade construction with powder-coated frame, heavy-duty components, and suspension designed to handle daily fleet abuse.
Comfort & Ride Quality
Club Car Onward 2 PassengerPremium seating, refined suspension tuning, and quiet operation. Designed for enjoyable personal driving with attention to comfort details.
Functional seating for four with a firm, utility-focused ride. The rear-facing bench seats prioritize passenger count over luxury.
Passenger Capacity
Cushman Shuttle 2+2Seats 2 passengers in forward-facing comfort. Rear can be used for cargo with optional accessories.
Carries 4 passengers in a compact footprint — 2 forward-facing and 2 rear-facing — ideal for shuttling groups.
Value & Pricing
Club Car Onward 2 PassengerAt $9,475 with transparent pricing, the Onward offers strong value for a premium personal cart from a top-tier brand.
Dealer-quote pricing (typically higher than comparable personal carts) reflects the commercial-grade build and fleet-focused sales model.
Customization & Accessories
Club Car Onward 2 PassengerThe industry's largest aftermarket ecosystem with thousands of accessories, custom colors, seats, tops, wheels, and body kits.
Commercial accessories and fleet customization options are available, but the consumer aftermarket is much smaller.
Brand & Dealer Support
TieClub Car has one of the largest consumer golf cart dealer networks with easy parts availability and widespread service.
Cushman has strong commercial dealer support with fleet service expertise, though fewer consumer-focused locations.
Which Should You Buy?
Recommendations based on your priorities
Onward 2 Passenger
Choose if you...
- 1This is a personal vehicle for recreation or neighborhood use
- 2Comfort and styling matter more than passenger count
- 3You want thousands of customization options to make it your own
- 4Transparent pricing and consumer-friendly buying experience are preferred
Shuttle 2+2
Choose if you...
- 1You need to shuttle 4 passengers in a commercial or fleet setting
- 2Rugged, commercial-grade durability is essential for daily use
- 3The cart will serve a resort, campus, or facility operation
- 4Passenger capacity matters more than personal comfort and style
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