Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh vs Ford Focus Electric 33 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 35.8 kWh (2017-2020) for as low as €11800, while the Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) begins at €12850.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2017-2020 | 2017-2018 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany, USA |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (Used) | €11800 | €12850 |
| GCC Score | 4.6 | 4.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh (2017-2020) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018).
| Property | Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 201 km | 185 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 232 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 192 km | 172 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 35.8 kWh | 33.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 32 kWh | 31.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 18.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6 km/kWh | 5.41 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.3 | 4.5 |
Charging
| Property | Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 40 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 3.5 |
Performance
| Property | Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 107 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 143 hp |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm | 250 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 s | 11.4 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 135 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.7 | 2.2 |
Dimensions
| Property | Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4270 mm | 4392 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2027 mm | 2045 mm |
| Height | 1482 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2629 mm | 2649 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Volkswagen e-Golf 35.8 kWh | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1569 kg | 1700 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 341 l | 237 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1231 l | 1125 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4 | 4.1 |
