Volkswagen e-Golf
June 2014 - June 2016£26,345Price from
20.5 kWh *Useable Battery
75 mi *Real Range
273 Wh/mi *Efficiency
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Volkswagen e-Golf
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Price from (last known) £26,345
| Availability | Not available to order |
| Available to order from | June 2014 |
| Available to order until | June 2016 |
| Annual VED | £0 |
| Congestion Charge | £11.50 |
| Insurance Group | 15 |
The price also includes the applicable Plug-In Car Grant of £4500 at the time the vehicle was last available.
Real Range Estimation between 55 - 115 mi
| City - Cold Weather * | 75 mi |
| Highway - Cold Weather * | 55 mi |
| Combined - Cold Weather * | 65 mi |
| City - Mild Weather * | 115 mi |
| Highway - Mild Weather * | 70 mi |
| Combined - Mild Weather * | 85 mi |
Performance
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph | 10.4 sec |
| Top Speed | 87 mph |
| Electric Range * | 75 mi |
| Total Power | 85 kW (114 hp) |
| Total Torque | 199 lb-ft |
| Drive | Front |
Battery
| Nominal Capacity | 24.2 kWh |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion |
| Number of Cells | No Data |
| Architecture | 400 V |
| Warranty Period | No Data |
| Warranty Mileage | No Data |
| Useable Capacity* | 20.5 kWh |
| Cathode Material | No Data |
| Pack Configuration | No Data |
| Nominal Voltage | No Data |
| Form Factor | No Data |
| Name / Reference | No Data |
Charging
Home / Destination
| Charge Port | Type 2 |
| Port Location | Right Side - Rear |
| Charge Power | 3.7 kW AC |
| Charge Time (0->75 mi) | 6h45m |
| Charge Speed | 12 mph |
Rapid Charging
| Charge Port | CCS |
| Port Location | Right Side - Rear |
| Charge Power (max) | 44 kW DC |
| Charge Power (10-80%) | 41 kW DC |
| Charge Time (7->60 mi) | 22 min |
| Charge Speed | 140 mph |
| Autocharge Supported | No |
Plug & Charge
| Plug & Charge Supported | No |
| Supported Protocol | - |
Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
| V2L Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| Exterior Outlet(s) | - |
| Interior Outlet(s) | - |
Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)
| V2H via AC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| V2H via DC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)
| V2G via AC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| V2G via DC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
Energy Consumption
EVDB Real Range
| Range * | 75 mi |
| Vehicle Consumption * | 273 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent * | 148 mpg |
NEDC Ratings
| Range | 118 mi |
| Rated Consumption | No Data |
| Vehicle Consumption | 174 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Rated Fuel Equivalent | No Data |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 233 mpg |
Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems.
NOTE: The fuel equivalency figures are shown in IMPERIAL MPG. Figures in US MPG will differ significantly.
Real Energy Consumption Estimation between 178 - 373 Wh/mi
| City - Cold Weather * | 273 Wh/mi |
| Highway - Cold Weather * | 373 Wh/mi |
| Combined - Cold Weather * | 315 Wh/mi |
| City - Mild Weather * | 178 Wh/mi |
| Highway - Mild Weather * | 293 Wh/mi |
| Combined - Mild Weather * | 241 Wh/mi |
Dimensions and Weight
| Length | 4255 mm |
| Width | 1799 mm |
| Width with mirrors | No Data |
| Height | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2631 mm |
| Weight Unladen (EU) | 1585 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) | 1980 kg |
| Max. Payload | 470 kg |
| Cargo Volume | 380 L |
| Cargo Volume Max | 1270 L |
| Cargo Volume Frunk | No Data |
| Roof Load | No Data |
| Tow Hitch Possible | No Data |
| Towing Weight Unbraked | No Data |
| Towing Weight Braked | No Data |
| Vertical Load Max | No Data |
Miscellaneous
| Seats | 5 people |
| Isofix | No Data |
| Turning Circle | 10.9 m |
| Platform | No Data |
| EV Dedicated Platform | No Data |
| Car Body | Hatchback |
| Segment | C |
| Roof Rails | No Data |
| Heat pump (HP) | No Data |
| HP Standard Equipment | No Data |
Company Car Tax Indication
Financial Year 2015-16
| BIK Tax Rate | 1% |
| P11D Value from | £30,790 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) | £308 |
| BIK @ 20% | £5 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% | £10 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% | £12 pcm |
Financial Year 2016-17
| BIK Tax Rate | 1% |
| P11D Value from | £30,790 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) | £308 |
| BIK @ 20% | £5 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% | £10 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% | £12 pcm |
Financial Year 2017-18
| BIK Tax Rate | 1% |
| P11D Value from | £30,790 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) | £308 |
| BIK @ 20% | £5 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% | £10 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% | £12 pcm |
Home and Destination Charging (0 -> 100%)
Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the Volkswagen e-Golf. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.
| Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196) |
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| Charging Point | Max. Power | Power | Time | Rate |
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| Wall Plug (2.3 kW) | 230V / 1x10A | 2.3 kW | 10h30m | 7 mph |
| 1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW | 6h45m | 11 mph |
| 1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW † | 6h45m | 11 mph |
| 3-phase 16A (11 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW † | 6h45m | 11 mph |
| 3-phase 32A (22 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW † | 6h45m | 11 mph |
† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.
Rapid Charging (10 -> 80%)
Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest amount of time. Charging power will decrease significantly after 80% state-of-charge has been reached. A typical rapid charge therefore rarely exceeds 80% SoC. The rapid charge rate of an EV depends on the charger used and the maximum charging power the EV can handle. The table below shows all details for rapid charging the Volkswagen e-Golf.
- Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
- Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
- Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80%
- Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
| Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2) |
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| Charging Point | Max. Power | Avg. Power | Time | Rate |
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| CCS (50 kW DC) | 44 kW † | 41 kW † | 22 min | 140 mph |
| Charge Curve |
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Data made available by Fastned |
| This vehicle does not support Autocharge |
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| This vehicle does not support Plug & Charge |
† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle
Autocharge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations.
Plug & Charge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations in accordance with ISO 15118.
Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.
All about the Volkswagen e-Golf
No longer available
This electric vehicle is no longer in production and not available to buy new. The Volkswagen e-Golf was available from June 2014 until June 2016. Financial data like price, leasing and company car tax were applicable to the final year of availability of the Volkswagen e-Golf.
A new model of the Volkswagen e-Golf (2014) is available: Volkswagen e-Golf (2017).
Pricing
The Volkswagen e-Golf had an On The Road Price (OTR) of £30,845. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery. The Volkswagen e-Golf was eligible for a Plug-In Car Grant (PICG) of £4,500. The OTR Price including the PICG for the Volkswagen e-Golf is £26,345.
Drivetrain and Performance
The Volkswagen e-Golf is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the Volkswagen e-Golf is 85 kW (114 hp). The maximum torque is 199 lb-ft. The Volkswagen e-Golf is front wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 10.4 seconds. The top speed is 87 mph.
Battery and Charging
The battery of the Volkswagen e-Golf has a total capacity of 24.2 kWh. The usable capacity is 20.5 kWh (estimate). An estimated range of about 75 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery. The actual range will however depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style.
For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in a range of around 55 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 115 mi.
Charging is done using a Type 2 connector and the on-board charger has a maximum power of 3.7 kW. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 6 hours 45 minutes. Charging the car using a regular wall plug will take around 10 hours 30 minutes.
Rapid charging is possible through a CCS connection. The maximum rapid charge power is 44 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 41 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 25 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 50 miles of range.
Energy Consumption
The estimated combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the Volkswagen e-Golf is about 273 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 148 mpg in a traditional petrol car.
The actual energy consumption will depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style. For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in an energy use of around 373 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 178 Wh per mile.
CO2 Emission
The Volkswagen e-Golf emits no CO2 during driving. This only includes direct emissions from the vehicle itself. The energy needed to charge the battery might have been (partly) generated by the use of fossil fuels. Vehicles with an internal combustion engine will always emit CO2 during driving. Additionally, CO2 is emitted during the production and transport of fossil fuels.