2016 Volkswagen E-Golf Electric

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$28,995 - $35,595
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Impressive build quality and big cargo area

Lack of options

New SE entry-level trim

Fun driving experience

The base trim needs more standard creature comforts

The new infotainment system and related features

Compliant ride and silent cabin

Sluggish acceleration

Features revision on the base trim

New Driver Assistance Package on the SEL Premium trim

Specs & Features

$28,995

price

115 hp

horsepower

199 lb.-ft.

torque

1-Speed Direct Drive

transmission

electric FWD 1A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Belonging to the compact hatchback segment, the 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf Hatchback carries all the qualities of a true electric vehicle. With a starting price of MSRP of $28,995, the Volkswagen e-Golf Hatchback offers 2 trims. This puts it in direct competition with cars like the Ford Focus Electric Hatchback, the Nissan Leaf Hatchback, and the Chevrolet Spark EV Hatchback which hails from the subcompact hatchback segment. There aren#39;t any powertrain options to explore here. The e-Golf is equipped with a single motor setup and a 24.2 kWh battery with a rated power output of 115 horsepower. However, the same motor can also produce 94 horsepower or 74 horsepower depending on the driving mode. Through this setup, the e-Golf gets a range of 83 miles. In a straight line, the e-Golf clocks a 0-60 of 9.3 seconds. While the powertrain leaves you devoid of choices, the choice is instead offered through the 7 beautiful colors available for the car.

Buying Advice

The SEL Premium trim is a better choice if you want the e-Golf brimmed with features. Furthermore, unlike the base trim, it can also be selected with an optional package. Otherwise, if you want an EV to drive around the town comfortably then the base SE trim is the right selection.

Trims

    SE
    $28,995 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual zone climatronic automatic front AC
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    SEL Premium
    $35,595 onwards
    • Leatherette seats
    • Navigation system
    • Parking assist

Compare to similar cars

Price

$28,995- $35,595

Engine

electric

Rating

8.25

Horsepower

115 hp

Torque

199 lb.-ft.

Capacity

5

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electric

8.17

170 hp @ 4800 rpm

184 lb.-ft.

4

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electric

7.35

143 hp

184 lb.-ft.

5

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electric

6.82

66 hp @ 3000 rpm

145 lb.-ft.

4

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electric

7.84

107 hp

187 lb.-ft.

5

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electric

7.46

74 hp

96 lb.-ft.

5

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2016 Volkswagen E-Golf Electric vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    9.4 sec--
    9.7 sec17.3 sec-
    9.8 sec--
    9.9 sec17.7 sec85 mph
    13 sec23.2 sec91 mph

    2016 Volkswagen E-Golf Electric vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      SourceCompare
      126 mpg105 mpg116 mpg-
      126 mpg101 mpg114 mpg-
      126 mpg99 mpg113 mpg-
      110 mpg99 mpg105 mpg-
      32 mpg39 mpg36 mpg7.7 gal.

      2016 Volkswagen E-Golf Electric vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        168.1 in.70.8 in.57.1 in.5 in.103.6 in.
        175 in.69.7 in.61 in.6.3 in.106.3 in.
        172.9 in.71.8 in.58.2 in.5 in.104.3 in.
        144.7 in.62.4 in.63.6 in.6.1 in.100.4 in.
        106.1 in.61.4 in.60.7 in.5 in.73.5 in.

        2016 Volkswagen E-Golf Electric vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          22.8 cu.ft.93.5 cu.ft.52.7 cu.ft.
          14.5 cu.ft.90.7 cu.ft.33.9 cu.ft.
          13.2 cu.ft.84.7 cu.ft.50.4 cu.ft.
          24 cu.ft.92.4 cu.ft.30 cu.ft.
          7.8 cu.ft.45.4 cu.ft.7.8 cu.ft.

          2016 Volkswagen E-Golf Electric vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            52.7 cu.ft.22.8 cu.ft.52.7 cu.ft.-
            7.8 cu.ft.7.8 cu.ft.7.8 cu.ft.-
            50.4 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.50.4 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.14.5 cu.ft.33.9 cu.ft.79 ft.
            30 cu.ft.24 cu.ft.30 cu.ft.-

            2016 Volkswagen E-Golf Electric vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              939 lbs.3380 lbs.
              -2579 lbs.
              1021 lbs.3256 lbs.
              419 lbs.2094 lbs.
              827 lbs.3640 lbs.

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