We look at the Volkswagen e-golf and see how it differs from the Volkswagen Golf that we all know and love. Find out if it truly is a full-electric Golf.
Volkswagen and numerous other manufacturers are gearing themselves up for the inevitable switch to electric mobility. While the concept is not new, modern advancements in technology, particularly those of batteries, have seen the push towards full electric mobility ramp up significantly. Manufacturers are going green and focusing on sustainability as the demand for the limited supply of fossil fuels reaches a crux.
To showcase their technology, Volkswagen South Africa brought in several examples of the e-Golf. While not intended for sale in the local market, it showed the public that VW is in fact able to produce competent EVs and we anticipate the launch of the first full-electric VW in South Africa soon, the ID.4.
Is the Volkswagen e-Golf fully electric?
Yes, the e-Golf is a full-electric vehicle and has no internal combustion engine. Based on the familiar Golf 7.5 design, the e-Golf is powered by a 100 kW and 290 Nm electronic motor, driving the front wheels. It receives its power from a 35.8 kWh battery system to give a potential range of 230 km.
The e-Golf can be charged with either an AC or DC fast charger. Charging times will depend on the total output of the charger with 3 kW chargers taking the battery from 0% to full in around 18hrs. Stronger AC chargers will see the battery filled from 0% in around 5hrs (7-22 kW charging) while a 50 kW DC charger will have back on the road with a full charge from empty in only 40 min.
Keyword: Is the Volkswagen e-Golf fully electric?