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2018 Volkswagen e-Golf

The 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf is a compact car, rated at 119 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.

2018 Volkswagen e-Golf
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Combined MPG
119· 125 mi
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
Recalls
1

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeVolkswagen
Modele-Golf
Model year2018
Vehicle classCompact Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelElectricity

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG126
Highway MPG111
Combined MPG119
Combined MPGe28.4186
Electric range125 mi
EPA annual fuel cost$650

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City126 MPG
Highway111 MPG
Combined119 MPG
Combined28.4186 MPGe
Electric range125 mi

Efficiency vs class average

e-Golf119 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 277% more efficient than the e-Golf's class average.

Est. monthly payment
$423/mo

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Amount financed
$21,600
Total interest
$3,758
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5-year fuel cost
$12,096

$2,419/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $0.17/kWh

Combined MPGe119
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (1)

  • SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY18V803000 · 2018-11-14

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf and Golf R vehicles, and Audi A3 Sedan and RS3 vehicles. The rear seat frame head restraint guide sleeves may be incorrectly welded to the seat frame.

    Remedy: Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners, and dealers will inspect the guide sleeves for incorrect welds, replacing the rear seat frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 72H8 (VW) and 72H9(Audi).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf?

The 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf is EPA-rated at 119 MPG combined (126 city / 111 highway).

Is the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf reliable?

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf costs roughly $2,419 per year to charge, or about $12,096 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf?

The 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC