What is the Range of Different Generations of E-Golfs

The 2015 E-Golf’s range was estimated to be between 80 and 100 miles by Volkswagen. While this was upgraded to 119 miles with the 2016 release, in 2017, Volkswagen created the second generation E-Golf and increased the range to a pleasing 186 miles. 

Of course, an electric vehicle’s range depends on many variables and conditions. Thus, it isn’t 100% precise. Generally, the 2017 model's onwards range varies between 100 and 192 miles on a full charge.

The Volkswagen E-Golf 2019 is impressive, with a 144-mile effective range. This makes it perfect for city driving, as you can easily get around without worrying about running out of charge. The E-Golf can be fully charged in around 45 minutes, making it easy to top up your battery when needed.

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Does the Range Vary Per Trim?

Different trims don’t have different batteries or drivetrains. They have exactly the same driving range, given they were produced in the same year. What differs per E-Golf trim is the comfort, the interior, and the features.

The SEL 2019 Premium trim includes a 9.25-inch infotainment screen and a 12.3-inch digital display, alongside a reliable driver assistance package including ACC, forward collision warning, rear traffic alerts, pedestrian monitoring, AEB (automatic emergency braking), and a blind-spot monitor.

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Is The E-Golf Efficient?

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While the Volkswagen E-Golf’s range capabilities are not impressive, the car's efficiency in miles per kWh is something VW can brag about. With 3.51 miles on average per kWh, the Golf has an unarguable competitive efficiency over most other EVs in the city niche.

Combine the kWh efficiency and the super quick charging rate, and you have the perfect city EV. Golf charges, on average, between 4 and 7 hours even without a rapid station, which gives the car a charging score of around 4.1 out of 5. (Varies per survey).

What is the Expected Driving Range of the Volkswagen E-Golf on Average?

The expected average range for the 2019 E-Golf is 144 miles, although it can range between 100 and 190 miles on a full charge.

What is the E-Golf Electric Battery Made Of?

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Volkswagen’s E-Golf carries a standard lithium-ion battery, which sustains a very dense and high voltage charge in storing energy. This is a similar technology to the batteries we use in our smartphones, tablets, and laptops.

Of course, these batteries are much stronger and more durable but eventually deteriorate. The first variation of the E-golf was originally manufactured with a 24.2kWh lithium-ion battery. 

Volkswagen recognized the need to increase the capacity due to the low real-world range of their car. In 2017 it was upgraded to 35.8 kWh, and although this remains a small battery compared to Tesla’s Model Y battery, which is more than twice as large and carries more than two times the range, the E-Golf’s efficiency makes up for the small range.

What Factors Affect the Volkswagen E-Golf’s Range?

The same factors that affect a Tesla’s range would also affect an E-Golf or any EV. Aside from the battery’s charge durability and quality, as we mentioned above, other factors somewhat within our control affect our electric vehicle’s range.

Optiwatt is a smart app that can be very useful for E-Golf owners. It automatically loads your electricity rate schedule based on your utility provider and home address. This means you can see how much it will cost to charge your E-Golf at different speeds and get tips on optimizing your charging experience.

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