2019 Volkswagen E-golf Consumer Reviews
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Positive Review
First off with the negative(s): -- its an electric with only 80 miles range -- this makes it pretty much only a commuter car for around town and short trips. Next the positives: -- its electric! -- instant torque at any RPM -- because the battery weight is low it corners like a go-cart -- its super quiet (no gas engine) -- its super smooth (no gas engine with narrow torque band) -- no trips to smelly gas station (no gas engine) -- low maintenance costs (see below) -- inexpensive to drive (over 100 MPG equivalent), and you can often find free charging -- we live on a hill and most of the energy we lose going up comes back to us going down -- cruise control works even downhill (while adding charge to your battery at the same time) -- single pedal driving means you seldom have to use the brakes (down on the gas pedal to go faster, up on gas pedal to slow down); this is super fun to use on twisty mountain roads. What it doesnt have (and you wont miss): -- muffler, engine noise, rumbling, shaking, oil changes, transmission, spark plugs, valves, pistons, crankshaft, ... -- the lack of so many complicated devices means they never have to be fixed or replaced
2019 e-Golf Reviews
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Dynamic headlights, great navigation
Nothing
E-golf looks like a regular car but faster, can go 130 miles per charge. Charges in 4 hr. Cabin is quieter than tesla. Smart car. Lots of great features: 2 screens, self parking, heated seats, line keep, emergency braking, dynamic headlights, auto high beams. Car can be charged on a super charger - 45 min to 90%.
Sporty, snappy, Android Auto or Carplay capable
Trip scheduling unreliable; 3G unsupported now.
Have loved this vehicle since I bought it in 2020. My only complaint about it is that the "next departure" feature seems to be unreliable (sometimes doesn't turn on the environmental controls). Literally everything else about this vehicle is awesome. The range isn't stellar, but it's fine for the price and makes it capable of road trips if you plan ahead a little. As with any EV, plugshare and abetterrouteplanner are your friends here. Snappy handling, low stance, and all of the other things that are great about the Golf apply here. Have fun!
Very economical; fun to drive line petrol Golf
None
Purchased this E-Golf 2 months ago. Great car for around town driving. Not an over the road vehicle with limited range (125-130 miles per charge). We use as second car for local jaunts. SEL Premium trim is outstanding. Heated seats/mirrors, adaptive cruise, blind spot monitoring, sensors all around, great backup camera. We charge on 110V and electric use is negligible on monthly bill.
Fun to drive, quiet, smooth, reliable, zippy
None really but longer range would be preferred
Great styling (if understated), very comfortable, great interior, excellent visibility, superb rear-view camera. All switches and controls nicely laid out. Extremely easy to maneuver, very smooth velvety ride. Solid build quality, tight and precise fit. Practically maintenance free. Beyond great value. Absolutely love it.
Great commuter, comfortable, versatile, reliable
Range is on the shorter side so not for long trips
I have not had to do one thing on this car for maintenance. I have the Premium so it can quick charge and is very comfortable.
Just enough range. High quality finishes. Quick.
Not suited for long trips.
I gave up on a Ford Focus ST because of uncomfortable seats. VW was clearing out inventory of the 2019 e-Golfs and offered a price so low that after federal and state incentives the net price was less than I could sell the ST for. Further more I figured I could sell the e-Golf in 2 or 3 years for my net investment. The seats in the e-Golf are comfortable. The 125 mile range is sufficient for me (I drive about 6,000 mi per year). If I have a 200 mile round trip occasionally I can get enough juice to get home with 15 or 20 minutes on a DC fast charger. If we take a long trip we take my wife's hybrid. I was worried at first about range, but it really hasn't been an issue. I love the electronics. Apple Car Play and Android Auto are great. I like that I can pull back on the shift handle to toggle between coasting and regen braking when I take my foot from the accelerator. Quality and fit and finish have been excellent except for a door handle and a charge port cover which fell off and were replaced under warranty. I thought I would miss the performance of the Focus ST but the E-Golf accelerates quite quickly.
0 emission and no gas bills. Drives real smooth.
Need fast chargers
Car is excellent although not gorgeous and latest tech design but great to move around. Not for long distance travel. No gas bills and drives beautifully. Best car ever if one is not particular about looks. Real sporty feel.
fun easy affordable
no cruise control, range is about 80 miles
We have leased the egolf for three years and today is the day to give her back. Still have not decided what to do! We love the simplicity, easiness, versatility and road handling, so much that we dont think that there is another new ev within this price range that can compete. It such a shame that VW stopped the production or at least the sales of the egolf without having anything else to replace it with. The new concept ID looks fantastic but we wont have for another two years... If you are looking to get one I will advise the following: this car loves bad roads, country lane with steep hills, not so good on freeway as the mileage drops a lot
