VOLKSWAGEN E-GOLF

Powertrain and Performance

  • Electric Motor: Permanent magnet synchronous motor
  • Power Output: 134 horsepower (100 kW)
  • Torque: 214 lb-ft (290 Nm)
  • Transmission: Single-speed automatic
  • Drive Type: Front-wheel drive (FWD)
  • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) Acceleration: Approximately 9.6 seconds
  • Top Speed: Electronically limited to 93 mph (150 km/h)

Battery and Range

  • Battery Capacity: 35.8 kWh
  • Electric Range: EPA estimated range of up to 125 miles (201 km)
  • Charging:
    • Standard Charging: 7.2 kW AC charger (takes around 6 hours for a full charge)
    • DC Fast Charging: CCS Combo connector, up to 50 kW (can charge to 80% in around 45 minutes)

Dimensions

  • Overall Length: Approximately 168 inches (4,270 mm)
  • Overall Width: Approximately 70 inches (1,790 mm)
  • Overall Height: Approximately 58 inches (1,470 mm)
  • Wheelbase: Approximately 103.6 inches (2,630 mm)
  • Curb Weight: Around 3,455 lbs (1,568 kg)

Suspension and Brakes

  • Front Suspension: Independent strut-type with coil springs, telescopic dampers, and anti-roll bar
  • Rear Suspension: Multi-link with coil springs, telescopic dampers, and anti-roll bar
  • Brakes:
    • Front: Ventilated disc brakes
    • Rear: Solid disc brakes

Wheels and Tires

  • Standard Wheels: 16-inch alloy wheels
  • Tires:
    • 205/55 R16 (standard)

Exterior Features

  • Design: Similar to the regular Volkswagen Golf, but with unique aerodynamic enhancements
  • Lighting: LED headlights, daytime running lights, and taillights
  • Mirrors: Power-adjustable, heated, and integrated turn signals
  • Roof Rails: Not applicable (hatchback configuration)

Interior Features

  • Seating Capacity: 5 passengers
  • Interior Design: Similar to the gasoline-powered Golf, with unique digital displays and EV-specific controls
  • Infotainment System:
    • Standard: 8-inch touchscreen with Volkswagen Car-Net App-Connect
    • Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and USB ports
  • Audio System: Standard 8-speaker system
  • Climate Control: Single-zone automatic climate control
  • Instrumentation: Digital instrument cluster with EV-specific information

Safety and Driver Assistance

  • Standard Safety Features:
    • Automatic emergency braking
    • Forward collision warning
    • Blind-spot monitoring (depending on trim)
    • Rear cross-traffic alert (depending on trim)
    • Adaptive cruise control
    • Lane-keeping assist

Additional Features

  • Driving Modes: Normal, Eco, and Eco+ modes
  • Regenerative Braking: Adjustable regenerative braking settings to enhance energy recovery
  • Cargo Space:
    • Approximately 22.8 cubic feet of trunk space (rear seats up)