Volkswagen Golf GTE (2018) specs and history
Plug-in hybrid Golf (facelift), 1.4 TSI plus e-motor, 204 hp system power.
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Specifications
- Generation
- VII (5G) facelift
| Body style | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
| Range (WLTP, km) | 50 |
| Battery capacity (kWh — larger = longer range) | 8.7 |
| Power (hp) | 204 |
| 0–100 km/h (seconds) | 7.6 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 222 |
| Length (mm) | 4,276 |
| Width, excl. mirrors (mm) | 1,799 |
| Height (mm) | 1,484 |
| Kerb weight (kg) | 1,615 |
| Towing — braked (with trailer brakes) (kg) | 1,500 |
| Boot (l) | 272 |
| Consumption (WLTP, l per 100 km) | 1.8 |
Fast charging at a public charger (10→80%)
| Charging situation | 10→80% (minutes) |
|---|---|
| At a 150 kW charger | ~ 4 |
| At a 50 kW charger | ~ 12 |
Charging at home uses AC power and is slower: a home wallbox typically delivers 7.4 to 11 kW. That is separate from the fast-charge times shown above.
More on this: fast charging in practice, public charging and charging passes.
Frequently asked
Is the Volkswagen Golf GTE still sold as a new car?
No. This model has not been sold as a new car for years (last model year 2020). We sell nothing and do not refer you to a dealer. This page shows the technical specs as a reference.
What is the WLTP range of the Volkswagen Golf GTE?
50 km WLTP (manufacturer figure). Owners typically report less in everyday driving, especially in cold weather. See the reviews below.
What does the Volkswagen Golf GTE consume?
1.8 l/100km WLTP (manufacturer figure). Real-world consumption differs; see the owner reviews below.
How much can the Volkswagen Golf GTE tow?
1500 kg braked (with trailer brakes) — the figure that applies when your trailer (such as a caravan) has its own brakes. Manufacturer figure; the exact, binding limit for a specific car is on its registration document.
How big is the battery in the Volkswagen Golf GTE?
8.7 kWh usable capacity (manufacturer figure). Check the warranty terms of the specific car for capacity retention.
How much boot space does the Volkswagen Golf GTE have?
272 litres (manufacturer figure). See the spec sheet for the full dimensions.
Owner experiences
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In depth
Limited electric range around 50 km and a low combined cycle consumption that depends strongly on charging behaviour. Historical reference, no longer available as a new car.
About the Volkswagen Golf GTE VII (2017-2020)
This model is no longer available as a new car. It is in the database as a historical reference: for looking up specifications and as a comparison point. There is deliberately no new price and no buy button; we are not a marketplace and do not broker second-hand purchases. The introduction price (2017) is solely historical context, not a current value.
The GTE combines a 1.4 TSI petrol engine with an electric motor to 204 hp system power. The 8.7 kWh battery gave around 50 km electric range in the facelift version (cycle figure from the NEDC/WLTP transition era, indicative). The braked towing weight is 1,500 kg.
In practice
The combined cycle consumption around 1.8 l/100km is a PHEV cycle figure and says little on its own: those who consistently charge drive short trips largely electrically, those who never charge consume like a heavier petrol Golf. That is why the combined-consumption rating deliberately sits at "insufficient basis for a single figure". The boot at 272 l is smaller than the regular Golf because the battery takes up space.
Points to note
For a possible second-hand choice, the battery condition, the charging history and the maintenance of both the combustion and electric parts are the points to note. The figures stem from the NEDC/WLTP transition era and are indicative. We do not broker second-hand purchases.
Related models
No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and price reference dates are listed per figure.