Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh vs e-Golf 35.8 kWh
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016) for as low as €9600, while the Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh (2017-2020) begins at €11800.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh | Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2014-2016 | 2017-2020 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (Used) | €9600 | €11800 |
| GCC Score | 4.4 | 4.6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh (2017-2020) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh (2014-2016).
| Property | Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh | Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 134 km | 201 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 232 km |
| Range (GCC) | 135 km | 192 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 24.2 kWh | 35.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 20.5 kWh | 32 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.59 km/kWh | 6 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 5.3 |
Charging
| Property | Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh | Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 3.6 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 40 kW | 40 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.3 | 3.9 |
Performance
| Property | Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh | Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 85 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 114 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | 290 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 10.4 s | 9.6 s |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.3 | 2.7 |
Dimensions
| Property | Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh | Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4255 mm | 4270 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2027 mm | 2027 mm |
| Height | 1452 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2637 mm | 2629 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Volkswagen e-Golf 24.2 kWh | Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1538 kg | 1569 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 341 l | 341 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1231 l | 1231 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.9 | 4 |
