The new plug-in hybrid drives in the Golf offer more power, an electric range of significantly above 100 kilometres as well as a DC quick-charging function. The newly developed second generation of the Volkswagen plug-in hybrid drive delivers a system output of 150 kW (204 PS) in the Golf eHybrid. The electric range is up to 143 kilometres (combined). As the even sportier variant, the Golf GTE produces a system power of 200 kW (272 PS) and has an electric range of up to 131 kilometres (combined). Power is transferred to the front wheels via a six-speed direct shift gearbox specially designed for the plug-in hybrid drive systems. The new plug-in hybrid drive is extremely efficient thanks to the changeover to a new 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine (1.5 TSI evo2) with variable turbocharger geometry (VTG) plus highly efficient TSI-evo combustion process and a new 19.7 kWh battery (net / predecessor: 10.6 kWh). In addition, both variants offer great driving pleasure, as they already generate high torque from a standstill thanks to the electric motor.
In many cases, the significantly increased electric ranges and quick charging mean that both Golf models can be used as purely electric vehicles in everyday life. At the same time, they impress on long journeys in hybrid mode with very high combined ranges of up to 1,000 kilometres. The battery can now be charged at a home wall box and other AC charging points with up to 11 kW (previously 3.6 kW). In addition, the Golf eHybrid and Golf GTE models can be charged at DC quick-charging stations with up to 50 kW capacity.
Sporty and comfortable interior
The Golf GTE underlines its sportiness with premium sport seats in the legendary check pattern, a leather multi-function sports steering wheel, and high-quality decorative trim for the dash panel and front door panels. The Golf eHybrid is always offered in the elegant Style equipment version and is recommended as a particularly comfort-oriented plug-in hybrid model. In addition to sports comfort seats with ArtVelours covers, numerous options for individualisation are provided by 14-way electric adjustment for the driver’s seat and 30-colour background lighting.
