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2019 Volkswagen e-Golf SE FWD

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New Car Pricing New listing price comparison and analysis.

2019 Volkswagen e-Golf
SE FWD
MSRP
$31,895
Invoice
$30,619
Average Price Paid
$21,920
687 listings nationwide

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2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV
LT FWD
MSRP
$36,620
Invoice
$35,228
Average Price Paid
$32,893
1,519 listings nationwide

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Pricing Analysis Price analysis based on recent sales data applied to current trim without options.

2019 Volkswagen e-Golf
SE FWD
Fair Price
$22,360
Good Price
$21,450
Great Price
$20,929
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV
LT FWD
Fair Price
$33,988
Good Price
$32,324
Great Price
$31,373

Used Car Pricing Used listing price comparison and analysis.

2019 Volkswagen e-Golf
SE FWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$31,869
2 listings nationwide

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2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV
LT FWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$30,972
92 listings nationwide
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20 GOOD deals

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2019 Volkswagen e-Golf
SE FWD
Kyree Williams Preview:

The Volkswagen e-Golf launched in 2015, combining the Golf’s practicality with all-electric capability. It received a larger battery in 2017 and benefitted from a refresh in 2018. For ...

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2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV
LT FWD
Kyree Williams Preview:

In 2017, the Chevrolet Bolt EV hit the scene to much fanfare. Not only was it the first fully electric vehicle from General Motors since the storied EV1, it was the first affordable EV...

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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2019 Volkswagen e-Golf
SE FWD
10
writes:
Too small, just for student or single Good for Freeway driving
Handling Ranked 2016 Kia Soul EV + worse.
"Since its small"
Would Buy Ranked 2016 Kia Soul EV + better.
"e-Golf is for young student Soul is multi purpose "
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writes:
amazing. Reliable efficient fun to drive
Front Seats Ranked 2019 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD worse.
"more comfortable. More support"
Family Car Ranked 2019 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD worse.
"Doors can be opened in rear from inside. Safer for kids in accident. "
Value Ranked 2019 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD worse.
"Resale value is higher. Reliability "
Would Buy Ranked 2019 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD worse.
"reliability. Safety. ⁿ better looking"
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writes:
Power Ranked 2019 Tesla Model 3 worse.
"More responsive to pedal"
Front Seats Ranked 2019 Tesla Model 3 better.
"More perception of room"
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2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV
LT FWD
10
writes:
Awesome range. Good pep. Roomy. Smooth drive.
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25
writes:
A really well-designed and engineered car, as evidenced by the fact that it hasnt changed a bit since its 2017...
Back Seats Ranked 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric Limited FWD worse.
"More room."
Value Ranked 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric Limited FWD better.
"A bit more range and power, better rear suspension and sealing underneath."
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45
writes:
I love the almost infinite torque which allows you to get into traffic quickly, or pass quickly when necessary...
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Specs

2019 Volkswagen e-Golf
SE FWD
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV
LT FWD
Powertrain 1-Speed Dual Clutch 1-Speed Dual Clutch
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Fuel Economy, City
126 MPG
127 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
111 MPG
110 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume -- --
Engine
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags Standard Standard
Rear Side Airbags -- Standard
Curtain Airbags Standard Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Overall -- 4 stars
Front Crash Overall -- 4 stars
Front Crash Driver -- 5 stars
Front Crash Passenger -- 4 stars
Side Crash Overall -- 5 stars
Side Barrier Driver -- 5 stars
Side Barrier Passenger -- 4 stars
Side Pole Driver -- 5 stars
Comfort and Convenience
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
CD Player Standard --
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Driver Power Seats Standard --
Passenger Power Seats Standard --
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 41.2 in 41.6 in
Back Legroom 35.6 in 36.5 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 22.8 cu ft 16.9 cu ft
Maximum Payload 827 lbs --
Exterior
Length 168.1 in 164 in
Width 70.8 in 69.5 in
Height 57.2 in 62.8 in
Wheelbase 103.5 in 102.4 in

Available Options

2019 Volkswagen e-Golf
SE FWD

Exterior Colors

  • Atlantic Blue Metallic
  • Deep Black Pearl
  • Indium Gray Metallic
  • Pure White
  • Reflex Silver Metallic
  • URANO Gray
  • Urano Gray

Option Packages

  • Driver Assistance Package
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV
LT FWD

Exterior Colors

  • Cajun Red Tintcoat
  • Kinetic Blue Metallic
  • Mosaic Black Metallic
  • Nightfall Gray Metallic
  • Shock
  • Slate Gray Metallic
  • Summit White

Option Packages

  • DC Fast Charging
  • LPO, Charge Cord, Portable, 120-Volt, Additional
  • Comfort And Convenience Package

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