Volkswagen Golf vs Volkswagen e-Golf
Overview | |
MSRP$17,995 | MSRP$28,995 |
Listings72 | Listings11 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryThe Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | |
Reviews SummaryRange anxiety continues to fade as consumers begin to realize that 100 miles will serve them just fine for more than 90% of driving. With the Nissan Leaf upping its total estimated range to 107 miles, the e-Golf is suddenly behind the times just 2 years into production with an EPA-estimated range of 83 miles. But it has come back for 2016 with a lower-priced base trim that’s been decontented to make up for the more attractive price point, plus a new infotainment system offering Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine115 hp Electric |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity24.2 kWh |
MPG City25 | MPG City126 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway105 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)40 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)7 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine Name115 hp Electric |
Torque200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)40 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)7 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity24.2 kWh |
MPG City25 | MPG City126 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway105 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.8 cu ft | Cargo Space22.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight2901 lbs | Curb Weight3380 lbs |
Height57.2 in | Height57.1 in |
Length167.5 in | Length168.1 in |
Width70.5 in | Width70.8 in |
Wheelbase103.8 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload1083 lbs | Maximum Payload939 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $17,995 | $28,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | The Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | Range anxiety continues to fade as consumers begin to realize that 100 miles will serve them just fine for more than 90% of driving. With the Nissan Leaf upping its total estimated range to 107 miles, the e-Golf is suddenly behind the times just 2 years into production with an EPA-estimated range of 83 miles. But it has come back for 2016 with a lower-priced base trim that’s been decontented to make up for the more attractive price point, plus a new infotainment system offering Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 115 hp Electric |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 24.2 kWh | |
MPG City | 25 | 126 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 105 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 40 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 7 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 115 hp Electric |
Torque | 200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 40 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 7 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 24.2 kWh | |
MPG City | 25 | 126 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 105 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.8 cu ft | 22.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2901 lbs | 3380 lbs |
Height | 57.2 in | 57.1 in |
Length | 167.5 in | 168.1 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 70.8 in |
Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1083 lbs | 939 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
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