Volkswagen2021 Golf eHybrid Specs

2021 (Mk8) Volkswagen Golf eHybrid Specifications & Performance

2021, 2022 (Mk8)

Tech Specs Summary


1.4 L Inline 4 Turbo PHEV

137 mph

7.4 seconds

201 BHP

313.9 mpg

5 Doors

5 Seats

241-1,087 L
kg
1,592 kg
Front - FWD

Performance

Performance
Top Speed
137 mph
0-62 mph
7.4 seconds
0-60 mph
7.2 seconds
Power-to-Weight
126 BHP/Tonne
Combined Power
201 BHP
Combined Torque
258 lb·ft

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy
Combined
313.9 mpg
CO2 Emissions
21 g/Km

Electric Powertrain - Plug-in Hybrid

Electric Powertrain - Plug-in Hybrid
Peak Power
108 BHP
110 ps
Peak Output
81 kW
Peak Torque
243 lb·ft
330 N·m
E-Mode Top Speed
81 mph
E-Mode
25.9 kWh/100mi.
16.1 kWh/100km
E-Mode MPGe
156.2 MPGe
E-Mode Range
42 Miles
Battery Size
10.9 kWh (net)
13 kWh (gross)
Charge Time (est.)
2 Hrs (7kW)
1.3 Hrs (11kW)

Petrol Engine - Plug-in Hybrid

Petrol Engine - Plug-in Hybrid
Displacement
1.4 Litre
1,395 cc
Configuration
Inline 4
Aspiration
Turbo
Peak Power
148 BHP @ 5,000 RPM
150 ps @ 5,000 RPM
Peak Torque
184 lb·ft @ 1,550 RPM
250 N·m @ 1,550 RPM
Valvetrain
DOHC
Valves/Cylinder
4 (16v Total)
Fuel Delivery
Direct Injection
Position
Front Engine
Orientation
Transversal
Fuel
Petrol
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 Litres

Extra Engine Specs

Extra Engine Specs
Compression Ratio
10:1
Bore x Stroke
74.5 x 80 mm
Bore-Stroke Ratio
0.93:1
Under-Square
Specific Output
106 BHP/L
Power/Cylinder
37 BHP
Unitary Capacity
349 cc
BMEP
22.5 Bar
326.6 PSI

Drivetrain & Chassis

Drivetrain & Chassis
Driven Wheels
FWD
Front-wheel Drive
Gearbox (AT)
6 Gears
Tyre Sizes
205/55R16
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Front Brakes
Vented Disc
Rear Brakes
Vented Disc

Dimensions & Practicality

Dimensions & Practicality
Body Style
Compact Hatchback
Doors
5
Seats
5
Cargo Space
241-1,087 L
Turning Circle
10.9 m
Kerb Weight
1,592 kg
Gross Weight
2,020 kg
Maximum Payload
428 kg
Tow Capacity
750-1,500 kg
Length
4,284 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,482 mm
Wheelbase
2,629 mm

Euro NCAP Results

Overall Rating
★★★★★
Adult Occupant
88%
Child Occupant
87%
Pedestrian
74%
Safety Assist
82%

UK Vehicle Tax Cost

Standard
£200
+
£440
For Years 2-6 If List Price (inc. options) is over £40k
★★★★★
★★★★★
4.6

Performance Rating2.2
Environment Rating4.2
Practicality Rating3.3

Pros & Cons vs Rivals

Performance
Environment
Practicality
Luggage
City Driving
Road Trips

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