NEMA 5-15
- Socket specs Socket specs
- 120 V, 15 A, 1-phase
- Socket output Socket output
- 1.8 kW
- Charging 20-80% Charging 20-80%
- 11 h 51 min (~6 mph)
The VW e-Golf 36 kWh is an all-electric front-wheel drive hatchback. It came out in 2017 replacing the older VW e-Golf 24 kWh. VW stopped making the 36 kWh in 2021.
The VW e-Golf 36 kWh has a 35.8 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 128 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 25 kWh per 100 miles (or 250 Wh/mile) — ranked №478 out of 566 electric vehicles.
The VW e-Golf 36 kWh achieves a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 9.4 seconds (placing it at №435 among 572 electric vehicles) and attains a maximum speed of 93 mph.
Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 100 kW (134 hp) and a torque of 214 lb-ft.
The estimated real-world range for VW e-Golf 36 kWh falls between 115–141 miles, ranking it №484 out of 572 electric vehicles. Several conditions can influence this range:
These figures are approximations, and your actual driving range may vary. When planning trips, consider these factors and be prepared for potential charging stops.
For trip planning assistance, utilize the EV Navigation interactive map.
The VW e-Golf 36 kWh in the USA is equipped with a CCS Type 1 charging port. You can charge it conveniently at home using a standard outlet, or utilize any public AC charging station with the appropriate cable. However, the car's built-in charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging speed to 7.2 kW, which translates to roughly 26 miles of range added per hour.
For faster charging, use DC fast-charging stations. The VW e-Golf 36 kWh supports a maximum DC charging rate of 40 kW, but it's important to note that battery temperature and current charge level can affect the actual charging speed you'll experience.
To estimate charging time, rate, and cost, you can use our Charging calculator.
VW e-Golf 36 kWh comes in the following dimensions:
Behind the rear seats of the VW e-Golf 36 kWh, you'll find 12 cubic feet of storage space (ranked №427 out of 572 electric vehicles).
Folding down the rear seats expands the total cargo capacity to 43.5 cubic feet (ranked №289 out of 572 electric vehicles).
The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).