The new 8th generation of the Volkswagen Golf has just received two plug-in hybrid versions: eHybrid "designed for maximum comfort" and GTE with additional power to match Golf GTI.
They are both equipped with the same 13 kWh battery (50% more than the previous generation GTE), but the GTE has more power than the eHybrid (180 kW vs 150 kW), which affected the all-electric range. In the case of Golf hybrid, it's up to 50 miles, while the GTE can get only up to 39 miles. It seems that both EV range numbers are stated for NEDC.
The future of the Golf:
In Germany, prices (including 16% VAT tax; valid until 31 December 2020) starts at:
- Golf eHybrid: €39,781.18
- Golf GTE: €41,667.40
Volkswagen Golf eHybrid specs:
- up to 50 miles of NEDC all-electric range
541 miles of total NEDC range - 13 kWh battery
- system output of 204 bhp
TSI engine (turbocharged petrol engine) with 6-speed dual-clutch gearbox DSG and electric motor
Volkswagen Golf GTE specs:
- up to 39 miles of NEDC all-electric range
462 miles of total NEDC range - 13 kWh battery
- system output of 245 bhp
TSI engine (turbocharged petrol engine) with 6-speed dual-clutch gearbox DSG and electric motor