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2018 Volkswagen

e-Golf

Auto (A1)

Volkswagen e-Golf: best and worst years
2018 Volkswagen e-Golf

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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
Power to weight
0.039 hp/lb
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

Dimensions & capacity

Length
167 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
71 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
104 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
3,424 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
1
Owner complaints
1
Reported injuries
2

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

  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER100%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 1 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Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice.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.