2017 Volkswagen

e-Golf

Auto (A1)

Volkswagen e-Golf: best and worst years

Overview

Body: Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission: Automatic (A1)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain: ElectricEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel: ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP: 134
Axle ratio: 3.61
Motor kW: 100EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 111 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City: 126 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb: 119 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr: $650EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score: 10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score: 10/10
Elec. Range: 125 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Range per hour (240V): 24 mi/hr
Recharge hrs: 5.3EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified: Yes

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls: 1
Owner complaints: 1

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

BACK OVER PREVENTION33%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM33%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL33%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 3 total.

Volkswagen e-Golf: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
Pedestrian alert sounds

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic: 4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain: 4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance: 3 yr / 36k mi
Maintenance: 2 yr / 20k mi
EV battery: 8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.