“Without being able to easily snap the windshield wipers due to the design of the wipers sitting under the edge of the hood, it is very difficult to remove any ice buildup during winter driving. A heater strip for them to sit on like a lot of Subarus have would be a very welcomed addition.”
2015 Volkswagen e-Golf: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The big news for 2015 is the e-Golf’s U.S. debut as Volkswagen’s first fully electric Golf. It arrived with a 24.2-kWh battery, a 115-hp front motor, and standard hardware for both 7.2-kW AC charging and CCS DC fast charging.
About the 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf
7th-generation Golf (Mk7/A7), first U.S. e-Golf year
Volkswagen positioned the e-Golf as an electric car for shoppers who wanted a normal, practical hatchback instead of an EV that looked or felt unusual. The message centered on familiar Golf strengths—tidy size, useful cargo room, solid cabin quality, quiet driving, and tidy road manners—paired with zero tailpipe emissions and easy home or public charging. Its main difference from rivals was that it aimed to feel like a regular Golf first and an EV second.
The 2015 e-Golf was positioned as a practical electric hatchback with useful everyday equipment rather than a bare-bones commuter. The Limited Edition retained the same battery, motor, fast-charging hardware, navigation, climate control, and parking aids as the SEL Premium, while the SEL Premium added upscale touches such as LED headlights, synthetic leather upholstery, and heated front seats.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The e-Golf made its U.S. debut with a 24.2-kWh battery, a 115-hp front electric motor, and a single-speed transmission. Every trim also had a 7.2-kW onboard AC charger and CCS DC fast-charging hardware.
2015 Volkswagen e-Golf specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric Motor | Electric Motor |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 115 hp | 115 hp |
| Torque | 199 lb-ft | 199 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 52.7 cu-ft | 52.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.6 in | 35.6 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 83 | 83 |
| MPGe Combined | 116 | 116 |
| Cruise Control | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
Frequently asked questions
What was new about the 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf?
The 2015 e-Golf was Volkswagen’s first fully electric Golf sold in the U.S. It paired a 24.2-kWh battery with a 115-hp front motor and included both 7.2-kW AC charging and CCS DC fast-charging hardware.
Was there a 2014 Volkswagen e-Golf in the U.S.?
No, 2015 was the first U.S. model year for the Volkswagen e-Golf. It was based on the seventh-generation Golf.
Did both 2015 e-Golf trims have the same electric drivetrain?
Yes, both 2015 e-Golf trims used the same 24.2-kWh battery, 115-hp front motor, and single-speed transmission. Their charging hardware was also the same.
What is the difference between the 2015 e-Golf Limited Edition and SEL Premium?
The Limited Edition kept the core electric drivetrain and most everyday features, while the SEL Premium had more upscale equipment. SEL Premium highlights included LED headlights, synthetic leather seating, and heated front seats.
Does the 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf support DC fast charging?
Yes, every 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf had CCS DC fast-charging hardware. A 7.2-kW onboard charger handled AC charging.
2015 Volkswagen e-Golf Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf.
4.3
2015 Volkswagen e-Golf
(29 reviews)
“Great city or town commuter car. Never had any problems with it at all. Always ran when I needed it too. The max range is very low, about 110 miles in warm weather and 80 miles in cold weather. If driving on the interstate, range drops significantly with speed. Also no nationwide charging platform so you are sharing plugs with all other EVs not named Tesla and level 3 charging is not easy to find right away.”
“Manufacturers should make backup batteries for Electric Car for emergency or incase, EV car owners can find a charger station nearby.”