The 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf is documented here with 1 trim and full specifications. It belongs to the volkswagen-e-up generation (2013–2016). Performance figures reach up to 82 hp, a top speed of 130 km/h, and 0–100 km/h in as little as 12.4 s. The most efficient trim returns 2 L/100 km combined.
2015 e-Golf at a glance
- Max power
- 82 hp
- Top speed
- up to 130 km/h
- 0–100 km/h
- from 12.40 sec
- Best fuel economy
- 2.0 L/100km combined
- Battery
- up to 18.70 kWh
- Length
- 3540 mm
About the volkswagen-e-up generation
2013–2016 | Hatchback | length 3540 mm, width 1645 mm, height 1498 mm, wheelbase 2421 mm | Engines: 18.7 kWh (82 Hp)
Produced 2013–2016. See all generations →
Recalls & safety notices (3)
Source: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Applicable to US-market 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf vehicles.
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18V329000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2018-05-16
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Consequence: If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
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16V138000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE 2016-03-07
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 e-Golf vehicles manufactured May 21, 2014, to March 1, 2016. Oversensitive diagnostics for the high-voltage battery management system may falsely detect an electrical surge resulting in the vehicle's electric drive motor shutting down unexpectedly.
Consequence: An unexpected vehicle shutdown can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will update the battery management software, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93B4.
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15V627000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE 2015-10-07
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jetta vehicles manufactured September 8, 2014, to November 28, 2014, Golf vehicles manufactured April 2, 2014, to December 3, 2014, and E-Golf vehicles manufactured July 26, 2014, to October 18, 2014. The affected vehicles are equipped a Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) that may have been manufactured improperly. As a result, the front passenger seat occupant may be improperly classified or may not be detected.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the front passenger seat occupant is incorrectly classified or non-detected, the passenger frontal air bag may deploy improperly or not at all, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PODS control module, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswgen's number for this recall is 69L6.
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf?
The 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf produces up to 82 hp across its trims, with a top speed of 130 km/h.
Is the 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf fuel efficient?
The most efficient 2015 e-Golf trim returns about 2 L/100 km in combined driving.
Are there recalls on the 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf?
Yes — 3 recall campaigns from the U.S. NHTSA are listed for the 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf below, including the affected component and the official remedy.