Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh 2014-2016 - Compare Electric Car USA Specs

Technical Specifications of Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016)

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General Info

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2014-2016

Country of Manufacture Country where final assembly of the car took place

Germany

Current Status Announced (planned), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made): Discontinued

Body Style Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback): Hatchback

Range and Efficiency

Range Estimated range on a full battery: EPA (USA), WLTP (EU), NEDC (EU old), GCC (Green Cars Compare): WLTP

EPA

NEDC

GCC

No Data 83 mi 146 out of 155 118 mi 50 out of 61 84 mi 227 out of 242

Battery Capacity Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.: Nominal

Usable

24.2 kWh 137 out of 150 20.5 kWh 168 out of 177

Efficiency Energy consumption per distance driven. The more efficient the car, the less energy it needs to go the same distance.: 24.4 kWh/100 mi (4.1 mi/kWh) 32 out of 205

Charging

Max Charging Power Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC): AC

DC

7.2 kW 16 out of 23 40 kW 79 out of 81

Architecture Most EVs use a 400V system, but newer models with higher voltage can charge faster and use less wiring.: 400 V

Charge Port The port type impacts charging speed and station compatibility

CCS Type 1

Performance

Drive Type Drivetrain configuration: PMSM (Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor), IM (AC Induction Motor): FWD: PMSM

Motor Total power and torque of the car's electric motor(s): Power

Torque

85 kW (114 hp) 169 out of 186 199 lb-ft 148 out of 172

0-60 mph Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe): 10 s 82 out of 116

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (maximum speed): 87 mph 56 out of 65

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Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 167.5 in 150 out of 198

Width Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors: with Mirrors

w/o Mirrors

79.8 in 70 out of 100 70.8 in 68 out of 92

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 57.2 in 121 out of 147

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 103.6 in 97 out of 124

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver): 5

Curb Weight Car's weight without passengers or cargo: 3391 lb 383 out of 438

Cargo Volume Cargo capacity: Trunk (rear seats up), Max (rear seats folded), Frunk (in the front hood): Trunk

Max

Frunk

22.8 ft3 46 out of 151 52.7 ft3 77 out of 161 No Data

Towing Capacity Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes: No Data

Last Updated:

August 26, 2024

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How Far Can You Go in Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016)

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Charging Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016)

Slow (AC)

Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

Fast (DC) Charging

CCS DC 50 kW

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 40 kW

CCS DC 100 kW

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 40 kW

CCS DC 150 kW

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 40 kW

CCS DC 200 kW

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 40 kW

CCS DC 250 kW

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 40 kW

CCS DC 350 kW

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 40 kW

Supercharger V2 Split 75 kW

Not all Superchargers support non-Tesla vehicles The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 40 kW

Supercharger V2 150 kW

Not all Superchargers support non-Tesla vehicles The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 40 kW

Supercharger V3 250 kW

Not all Superchargers support non-Tesla vehicles The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 40 kW

Last Updated:

August 26, 2024

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About Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016)

The Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) is an all-electric front-wheel drive hatchback. It came out in 2014. Volkswagen stopped making the 24.2 kWh in 2016 and replaced it with the Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh (2017-2020). You can still find Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) on the used car market, with prices starting around $8,485.

The Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) has a 24.2 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 84 mi on a single charge — ranked №739 out of 764 electric vehicles.

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) achieves a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 10 seconds (placing it at №82 out of 116 ranked positions, among 764 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and attains a maximum speed of 87 mph.

Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 85 kW (114 hp) and a torque of 199 lb-ft.

How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?

Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) achieves a real-world range of 84 miles, placing it at №227 among 242 ranked positions. However, this range is subject to several influences:

Speed: Traveling at higher speeds reduces battery life.
Temperature: Extreme cold or hot weather can affect range.
Terrain: Hilly or mountainous landscapes decrease range.
Driving habits: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
Feature usage: Climate control and media systems also influence range.

It's important to acknowledge that these are estimations, and your actual driving range may differ. Consider these factors when planning your trip and be ready for potential charging stops.

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What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?

The Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) in the USA comes with a CCS Type 1 charging port. It can be charged at home using a standard domestic socket or at any public AC charging station with the compatible cable. It's important to note that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 7.2 kW, resulting in approximately 27 miles of range added per hour of charging.

For significantly faster charging, public DC fast-charging stations are available. Although the car can achieve a maximum DC charging rate of 40 kW, factors such as battery temperature and charge level may affect the actual charging speed.

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How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?

The size and weight specifications for Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) are as follows:

Length: 167.5 in
Width: 79.8 in (including side mirrors) or 70.8 in (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 57.2 in
Wheelbase: 103.6 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 3391 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)

How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

The rear cargo area of the Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) provides 22.8 cubic feet of space when the rear seats are upright (№46 out of 151 ranked positions, among 764 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of 52.7 cubic feet (№77 out of 161 ranked positions, among 764 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).

The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?

The car isn’t officially rated for towing.