Compare 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $35,445 | $33,700 | $34,345 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $34,027 | $31,495 | $32,971 |
| Destination | $820 | $825 | $825 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Climatronic Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-dash | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/chrome | Leather | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage | Mini |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Digital | Digital |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | N/A | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | Leather/metal-look |
| Air Compressor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 2-way Power | 6-way | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 2-way Power | 4-way | 6-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Bench | 40-40 Bucket |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | N/A | Optional |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Leatherette | Cloth | Premium Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | Glove Box Mounted Single | N/A | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Side Curtain Protection | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | VW Car-Net | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | N/A | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Emergency Services | N/A | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Crisis Assist | N/A | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | N/A | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Remote Door Unlock | N/A | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Roadside Assistance | N/A | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Remote Horn And Lights | N/A | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | N/A | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Hands-Free Calling | N/A | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | N/A | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | LED Low/high Beam | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| LED Taillights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Standard | N/A | UltraSonic |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | N/A | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Immobilizer III | N/A | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Maintenance (12 Month/10,000 Mileage) | Basic (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Powertrain (120 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Accessories (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/24,000 Mileage), Hybrid Electrical Components (96 Month/100,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 120 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 12 Months/10,000 Miles | N/A | 24 Months/24,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Insert | N/A | N/A | Chrome |
| Grille Trim | Black | Body-colored | Metal-look W/chrome Surround |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Deep | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Spoiler | N/A | N/A | Lip |
| Front Tires | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P205/60HR16.0 BSW AS | P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 16" Machined Aluminum | 16" Painted Aluminum | 17" Painted Aluminum |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | N/A |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | Electric Motor | Electric Motor | Hybrid Electric Motor |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Exhaust | None | None | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | StabiliTrak |
| Transmission | 1-spd Auto | 1-spd Auto | 1-spd Auto |
| Axle Ratio | 3.61 | 8.21 | N/A |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 168.1 " | 163.0 " | 177.1 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 70.8 " | 70.9 " | 70.4 " |
| Exterior Height | 57.1 " | 63.0 " | 56.6 " |
| Engine | Electric Motor | Electric Motor | Hybrid Electric Motor |
| Horsepower | 115 @ Rpm | 109 @ 8,000 Rpm | 149 @ Rpm |
| Torque | 199 @ Rpm | 210 @ 2,730 Rpm | 273 @ Rpm |
| Hybrid System Net Power | N/A | N/A | 149 @ Rpm |
| Hybrid System Net Torque | N/A | N/A | 273 @ 273 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 126 Mpg | 120 Mpg | 35 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 105 Mpg | 92 Mpg | 40 Mpg |
| Curb Weight | 3,391 Lbs. | 3,289 Lbs. | 3,786 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4,321 Lbs. | N/A | 4,539 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | N/A | 2,512 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | N/A | 2,027 Lbs. |
| Payload | 930 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 103.6 " | 101.2 " | 105.7 " |
| Front Track | 60.8 " | 62.0 " | 61.2 " |
| Rear Track | 59.5 " | 62.5 " | 62.1 " |
| Turning Radius | 17.9 '' | 17.4 '' | 18.0 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .27 | N/A | .29 |
| Front Legroom | 41.2 " | 40.9 " | 42.0 " |
| Rear Legroom | 35.6 " | 36.0 " | 34.1 " |
| Front Headroom | 38.4 " | 39.6 " | 37.8 " |
| Rear Headroom | 38.1 " | 39.5 " | 36.0 " |
| Front Hip Room | N/A | 53.2 " | 53.7 " |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | 49.3 " | 51.2 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.9 " | 55.5 " | 56.5 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 53.9 " | 54.7 " | 53.9 " |
| Luggage Volume | 22.8 Cu.ft. | 18.8 Cu.ft. | 10.6 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 52.7 Cu.ft. | 49.5 Cu.ft. | N/A |
| Passenger Volume | 93 Cu.ft. | 97 Cu.ft. | N/A |
| Fuel Tank | N/A | N/A | 9.3 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | Below Average | Good | N/A |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.82 | $0.66 | $0.76 |
| Depreciation | $26,983 | $23,921 | $24,613 |
| Fees and Taxes | -$5,053 | -$5,217 | -$5,113 |
| Fuel Cost | $1,910 | $2,041 | $2,305 |
| Insurance | $6,627 | $6,053 | $5,421 |
| Maintenance | $5,887 | $3,894 | $6,228 |
| Repairs | $1,818 | $0 | $1,786 |
| Opportunity Costs | $252 | $190 | $243 |
| Total Cost | $40,800 | $33,082 | $37,787 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | N/A | N/A | 4 |
| Overall | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Overall Side | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Driver's | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side - Pole | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | N/A | N/A | 4 |
| Overall Front | N/A | N/A | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | N/A | N/A | good |
| Chest | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Driver Torso | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Overall Evaluation | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Structure/safety cage | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Hip/Thigh | N/A | N/A | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Lower Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Side | N/A | N/A | good |
| Roof Strength | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Head/Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Dynamic Rating | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Front | N/A | N/A | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | N/A | N/A | good |
