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VW e-Golf 36 kWh

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2017 - 2021

Trims

Discontinued
24 kWh 36 kWh

VW e-Golf 36 kWh

Photo of VW e-Golf 36 kWh (1 slide)

Technical Specifications of VW e-Golf 36 kWh

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2017 - 2021
Country of Manufacture
Country where final assembly of the car took place.
Germany
Current Status
Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made)
Discontinued
Body Style
Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback)
Hatchback VW e-Golf 36 kWh

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
123 mi
Range WLTP
Range according to WLTP ratings.
TEL: car in its lightest configuration.
TEH: car in its heaviest configuration.
TEL
TEH
144 mi No Data
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 mi
Wh/mi
25 kWh 250 Wh

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity
Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.
Nominal
Usable
35.8 kWh 32 kWh
Max Charging Power
Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC)
AC
DC
7.2 kW 40 kW
Charge Port
The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.
CCS Type 1
CCS Type 1 charge port

Performance

Drive Type
Which wheels are powered (all, rear, or front) by the electric motor(s)
FWD
Engine
Torque: pulling force of the engine. Power: how quickly it can turn the wheels with that force.
Power
Torque
134 hp (100 kW) 214 lb-ft
0-60 mph
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
9.4 s
Top Speed
The fastest the car can go (maximum speed)
93 mph
0.00 s
00 mph

Dimensions

Length
Car's body length (front to back bumper)
168.1 in
Width
Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors
with Mirrors
w/o Mirrors
70.8 in 70.8 in
Height
Car's body height (from ground to highest point)
57.1 in
Wheelbase
Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling)
103.6 in

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats
Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver)
5
Curb Weight
Car's weight without passengers or cargo
3560 lb
Cargo Volume
Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up).
Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded).
Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.
Trunk
Max
Frunk
12 ft3 43.5 ft3 No Data
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
No Data
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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How Far Can You Go in VW e-Golf 36 kWh

The map shows how far you can go with a fully-charged battery:
  • Light green area: Round-trip
  • Dark green area: One-way
For the most accurate results, please allow the widget to use your location.

Charging VW e-Golf 36 kWh

Slow (AC)
Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

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)

NEMA 5-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
120 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
2.4 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
08 h 53 min (~8 mph)

NEMA 6-20

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 20 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
4.8 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
04 h 27 min (~17 mph)

NEMA 14-30

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 30 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
7.2 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
02 h 58 min (~25 mph)

NEMA 14-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
02 h 58 min (~25 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (7.2 kW)

NEMA 6-50

Socket specs
Socket specs
240 V, 50 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
12 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
02 h 58 min (~25 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (7.2 kW)

Fast (DC) Charging

CCS DC 50 kW

Socket output
Socket output
50 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 34 min (~131 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (40 kW)

CCS DC 100 kW

Socket output
Socket output
100 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 34 min (~131 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (40 kW)

CCS DC 150 kW

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 34 min (~131 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (40 kW)

CCS DC 200 kW

Socket output
Socket output
200 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 34 min (~131 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (40 kW)

CCS DC 250 kW

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 34 min (~131 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (40 kW)

CCS DC 350 kW

Socket output
Socket output
350 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 34 min (~131 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (40 kW)

Supercharger V2 Split 75 kW

Socket output
Socket output
75 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 34 min (~131 mph)
Not all Tesla Superchargers are open to non-Tesla vehicles Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (40 kW)

Supercharger V2 150 kW

Socket output
Socket output
150 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 34 min (~131 mph)
Not all Tesla Superchargers are open to non-Tesla vehicles Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (40 kW)

Supercharger V3 250 kW

Socket output
Socket output
250 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
00 h 34 min (~131 mph)
Not all Tesla Superchargers are open to non-Tesla vehicles Charging power is limited by the car’s DC charging capability (40 kW)
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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About VW e-Golf 36 kWh

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 №488 out of 575 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is VW e-Golf 36 kWh

The VW e-Golf 36 kWh can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 9.4 seconds (ranked â„–445 out of 575 electric vehicles) and reach a top speed of 93 mph.

The car’s powertrain delivers up to 100 kW (134 hp) of power and 214 lb-ft of torque.

Real-world range of VW e-Golf 36 kWh

VW e-Golf 36 kWh achieves a real-world range of 115–141 miles, placing it at №488 among 575 electric vehicles. However, this range is subject to several influences:

  • Speed: Traveling at higher speeds reduces battery life.
  • Temperature: Extreme cold or hot weather can affect range.
  • Terrain: Hilly or mountainous landscapes decrease range.
  • Driving habits: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
  • Feature usage: Climate control and media systems also influence range.

It's important to acknowledge that these are estimations, and your actual driving range may differ. Consider these factors when planning your trip and be ready for potential charging stops.

Utilize the interactive EV Navigation map for trip planning assistance.

VW e-Golf 36 kWh charge port type?

The VW e-Golf 36 kWh in the USA comes with a CCS Type 1 charging port. It can be charged at home using a standard domestic socket or at any public AC charging station with the compatible cable. It's important to note that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 7.2 kW, resulting in approximately 26 miles of range added per hour of charging.

For significantly faster charging, public DC fast-charging stations are available. Although the car can achieve a maximum DC charging rate of 40 kW, factors such as battery temperature and charge level may affect the actual charging speed.

Use our Charging calculator to estimate charging time, rate, and cost.

VW e-Golf 36 kWh dimensions and weight?

Here are the dimensions and weight for the VW e-Golf 36 kWh:

  • Length: 168.1 in
  • Width: 70.8 in (including side mirrors) or 70.8 in (excluding side mirrors)
  • Height: 57.1 in
  • Wheelbase: 103.6 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
  • Curb weight: 3560 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
VW e-Golf 36 kWh cargo capacity?

Here's a breakdown of the VW e-Golf 36 kWh cargo space:

  • Trunk capacity: With the rear seats up, you get 12 cubic feet of cargo space in the back (ranked â„–436 out of 575 electric vehicles).
  • Max cargo capacity: Fold down the rear seats, and you open up 43.5 cubic feet of total cargo space (ranked â„–309 out of 575 electric vehicles).
  • Frunk capacity: The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).
VW e-Golf 36 kWh towing capacity?
The car isn’t officially rated for towing.

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