Specification
- Years on sale
- 2014 to 2020
- Body type
- Five-door hatchback
- Battery options
- 24.2kWh (2014–2017) and 35.8kWh (2017–2020).
- Range guidance
- Around 83 miles real-world for early 24.2kWh cars; around 124 miles for 35.8kWh cars (186 miles on the older official test).
- Charging speeds
- Rapid charging via CCS at up to about 40kW – check the specific car has the CCS port. Home charging via Type 2.
- Battery warranty
- 8 years or 100,000 miles on the battery.
What to check
- Choose a 2017-on 35.8kWh car for useful range.
- Check it has CCS rapid charging – it was optional on some cars.
- Get a battery health report. Replacement batteries are very expensive on older cars.
- Check how much battery warranty is left.
Pros
- Drives like a normal Golf
- Dependable
- Affordable
- Plenty of choice
Cons
- Short range
- Slow rapid charging
- Early cars especially limited
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Pick the right one
- 2014–2017: 24.2kWh – short range, best avoided unless very cheap
- 2017–2020: 35.8kWh – around 124 miles real-world
Check for CCS
Rapid charging was optional on some cars, so check for the CCS port.
Before you buy, read: How to check the battery health of a used electric car.
Frequently asked questions
Last updated 16 October 2026