2016 Volkswagen e-Golf | CarGurus Impressions
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Channel: CarGurus · 2016 · People & Blogs
Electric cars have often had their own distinctive look, but recently more and more electrified versions of traditional car models have been hitting the market. With an 83-mile range, a competitive starting price, and classic looks, will the e-Golf be a success or a dud? While the ever-popular 1.8-liter 4-cylinder in the Volkswagen Golf offers more horsepower than its electric counterpart at 180 hp to 115, the e-Golf should feel nice and snappy accelerating from a stop, thanks to an 85-kWh motor making 199 lb-ft of torque. Horsepower will help drivers speed up in a freeway’s passing lane, but torque delivers the around-town quickness most city drivers have come to appreciate. The e-Golf’s 199 lb-ft may not look like a significant increase over the standard Golf’s 184, but electric motors deliver all of their torque at one time, rather than building in a power band like an internal combustion engine. So, despite being slightly heavier, expect the electrified VW to deliver a spritely drive. The 2016 e-Golf starts with the SE trim (there is no base S trim here), and it’s $29,815 price tag comes in a little more than $4,500 above the Golf SE. However, all EVs sold in the United States are eligible for a $7,500 tax credit, so price doesn’t have to be the deciding factor when choosing between the Golf and the e-Golf. If you want to upgrade to the SEL though, be sure to note that it’s $35,595 MRSRP represents a serious premium over the SE. All e-Golfs come with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, keyless entry, push-button start, and a back-up camera. Moving up to the SEL will earn you an 8-inch touchscreen, rather than the 6.5-incher in the SE, LED headlights, leatherette seats, and a 7.2 kilowatt AC onboard charger, capable of charging up the e-Golf’s battery to 80% in about 30 minutes, assuming you can find a fast-charger port. If your options are only a 240-volt outlet or a 120-volt outlet, expect your charging time to run 4 hours or upwards of 20, respectively. The SEL makes due with a 3.6-kilowatt charger, which increases charging time even more. For more information about the 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf, visit CarGuru: https://cargur.us/b36nZ Presenter: Matt Smith Producer: Jake Hughes Subscribe to the CarGurus Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/cargurus Sedans & Hatchbacks https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLih2CvHcvvNOQ4gJR8HvSQBZj6bgdQS_R Music: "Freaks" by Jahzzar (http://www.betterwithmusic.com)
