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2015 Volkswagen e-Golf Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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They’re kind of pokey, they take forever to charge, range is still fairly limited and the typical MSRP is considerably higher than the average gasoline-burning compact family automobile's, but the all-electric commuter car is, like it or not, the wave of the future. A sure sign of this trend is the U.S. debut of Volkswagen’s e-Golf for the 2015 model year. This 5-seat, 5-door all-electric compact hatchback is touted by Vee Dub, not to mention most reviewers, as an eco-friendly complement to the regular-carbon-footprint-toting Golf lineup. Additionally, both the automaker and the media tout not only similar handling attributes to the ordinary Golf, as well as the expected boatload of standard appearance bling and creature comforts, but also the instantaneous acceleration of an all-electric vehicle (EV).
For 2015, the new e-Golf will be delivered in a single trim, labeled, appropriately, the SEL Premium, and it’s slated to be delivered only in front-wheel-drive (FWD) configuration. Cabin room is touted to be similar to that of the gas- and diesel-burning Golf iterations, as is the e-Golf’s 22.8 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seatbacks and its fairly hefty 52.7 cubes of acreage with said rear seatbacks folded.
Getting down to the nitty-gritty, look for the new-wave-ready e-Golf to pack an 85-kilowatt AC synchronous electric motor capable of 115 hp and 199 lb-ft of torque. Equipped with a single-speed direct-drive transmission, this electrified and electrifying hatchback is claimed to have a range of 70 to 90 miles on a full charge of the 24.2kWh (kilowatt/hour) lithium ion battery. The transmission setup, meantime, offers a pair of driver-selectable settings, Eco and Eco Plus, that feed either your need for speed or your craving for range. Additionally, 4 selectable regenerative braking modes—D1 to D3, and B—played in combination with the Eco and Eco Plus settings can, according to VW, allow an impressive 100 miles of driving before your next full charge. But, and there’s always a but, while this new automotive technology gathers momentum, this 100-mile range is tempered by the fact that your top speed using the Eco Plus mode and the max braking regeneration setting is limited to 56 mph with the electric motor running at 74 hp, max.
Meanwhile, the 2015 e-Golf carries its own onboard 7.2-kilowatt charging system that can be plugged into a DC fast-charging station for an 80% charge in about a half-hour. However, a further caveat now comes into play in that these fast-charge stations are few and far between. For this reason, among governmentally instigated others, the e-Golf’s availability is currently limited to 10 states plus Washington DC. It is, however, to be hoped that as the popularity of EVs increases, so will regulations be relaxed and the number of charging stations be expanded.
In any case, like others of its ilk, the 2015 e-Golf can be plugged into either standard 120-volt household current or, for some added cash, an available 240-volt outlet, but recharging a fully depleted battery takes some 20 hours using the former system and at least 4 hours with the latter system. Better hope you didn’t leave anything important at the office.
Summing up, all this propulsion posturing leads to mathematically challenging fuel-efficiency figures of 120 MPGe city/105 MPGe highway, according to Volkswagen.
Features-wise, the new e-Golf is, as mentioned, equipped just a bit better than, for instance, the average gasoline- or diesel-burning Golf SEL. Profile bling in the plug-in version includes 16-inch alloy wheels, a rear spoiler and heated, body-colored power-adjustable mirrors. Inside, look for leatherette upholstery, heated power-adjustable front seats, full power accessories, cruise control and telescoping tilt-wheel steering. Then there’s the distinctive EV trip computer and Smartphone-interfaced vehicle monitoring system (VW Car-Net), along with a standard rear-view camera, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, dual-zone auto climate control and Bluetooth hands-free calling with audio streaming capability.
Further standard techno-goodies include GPS navigation and a single-CD player boasting 8 speakers, satellite radio and auxiliary audio input, with all of the above interfaced via a 5.8-inch color display.
Optional equipment, alas, presently remains on VW’s e-Golf “to do” list.
Finally, standard safety stuff aboard the debuting e-Golf includes 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), front side-mounted airbags, front and rear head airbags, automatic post-collision braking, a post-collision safety system and a remote antitheft alarm. Additionally, the latest EV from VW also boasts standard LED headlights, turn-signal-integrated mirrors and LED daytime running lights.
User reviews for 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf
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by Dan D
May 09, 2023
First, the value on these cars is excellent. Especially with the Used Clean Vehicle Credit. Depending on purchase price, the 2015 eGolf can almost pay for itself with fuel and oil savings. I previously had a 2015 Fiat 500e (it did pay for itself). The eGolf is a little more expensive than the 500e, but better in almost every way. It’s well worth the upgrade. Some favorite features: the super nice interior, backup camera, fast charging, spacious rear seats, and regen breaking selector. Range is excellent as a city car. The eGolf is a wonderful car. I just wish the battery meter was a percent like every other battery powered device. That is solved with ODB and A Better Route Planner. I also wish the BMS reported SoH.
I’m surprised they stopped making these cars because of how nice they are. I would be more surprised if they didn’t bring back an electric Golf of some kind.
Also the local VW dealer can service this car, unlike the Fiat where the Fiat dealer didn’t want to touch it. Haven’t needed service, but good to know it’s available when the time comes.May 09, 2023
by Michael A
May 23, 2022
The look and style is what you expect from a Golf. Except as an EV plug-in. It has literally the worst range of any electric vehicle. 89 miles and barely 40 miles highway is horrible and makes this car extremely overpriced! My electric bicycle has better range. I wanted to get an affordable electric vehicle, but this one is not it! If the price reflected the range it would be an easy purchase. But your better off getting a cheaper hybrid until they figure out the range. It’s no surprise they discontinued this model in 2019May 23, 2022
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2015 Volkswagen e-Golf Pricing
Original MSRP
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Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.3 · Front brake width: 1.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.7 · Rear brake width: 0.4 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with pass-thru · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Parking brake trim: leather · Shift knob trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.61
Engine
EV on-board charger rating: 7.2 kW · Electric Charge Cord: 120 volt · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric Motor HP: 115 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 86 · Electric Motor Torque: 199 · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE Combo CCS · Electric motor charging time (120V): 20 hours · Electric motor charging time (240V): 3.7 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 83
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Hybrid
EV battery capacity: 24.2 kWh
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 5.8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: driver · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Steering
Steering ratio: 13.6 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: Car-Net
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.3 · Front brake width: 1.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.7 · Rear brake width: 0.4 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with pass-thru · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Parking brake trim: leather · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.61
Engine
EV on-board charger rating: 7.2 kW · Electric Charge Cord: 120 volt · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric Motor HP: 115 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 86 · Electric Motor Torque: 199 · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time (120V): 20 hours · Electric motor charging time (240V): 3.7 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 83
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Hybrid
EV battery capacity: 24.2 kWh
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 5.8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Headlights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: driver · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Steering
Steering ratio: 13.6 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: Car-Net
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer