Volkswagen Golf-e EV Revealed Ahead of Geneva Debut
The seventh-generation Volkswagen Golf will be getting an electric car variant, the Golf-e, which broke cover ahead of its 2013 Geneva Motor Show debut.
To differentiate itself from a standard Golf, the Golf-e has reshaped grilles on the front end and features mildly different headlights and taillights. On the inside, the German automaker has replaced the traditional tachometer with a pair of smaller gauges with meters presenting relevant information for the EV.
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According to the Spanish newspaper El Mundo, the Golf-e is powered by an electric motor that’s good for 115 hp and 199 lb-ft of instant torque. A 26.5-kWh lithium ion battery is located under the rear seats and can be charged in 20 minutes using a quick charge system. A standard socket will charge the Golf-e in five hours and offers a driving range of 109 miles depending on the conditions.
AutoGuide will be sure to report the official specifications of the Golf-e when it makes its official debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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