Volkswagen Golf eHybrid offers 235mpg

14/05/2021

Volkswagen Golf eHybrid offers 235mpg

The contract hire Volkswagen Golf eHybrid range has been expanded with a new frugal model offering fuel economy of 235 mpg.

And the order books have now opened for the Golf eHybrid which is a plug-in offering.

With emissions of 21g/km, and an all-electric range of 44 miles, VW says the new hybrid producing 204 PS will be popular with fleets.

Indeed, with a Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) rate of just 7%, the eHybrid will attract a lot of attention.

VW Golf eHybrid car leasing range

The five-door VW Golf eHybrid car leasing range is aimed at broadening interest in the plug-in hybrid Golf line-up.

Before now, drivers only had the Golf GTE sporty offering to choose from which has a combined power output of 245 PS.

This new 204 PS model is available in the luxurious ‘Style’ trim and is well-engineered.

Drivers get a 1.4-litre TSI petrol engine, as well as an electric motor and a lithium-iron battery.

The combined setup also delivers torque of 350Nm with the power delivered using a six-speed DSG automatic transmission.

Power output for the Golf eHybrid

The power output for the Golf eHybrid will see the model sprinting from 0 to 62 mph in 7.4 seconds and then onto a top speed of 137 mph.

And with shorter distances enjoying zero tailpipe emissions, drivers can start their journey in all-electric mode - if the battery has enough charge.

The Golf eHybrid can also achieve speeds of up to 80 mph in all-electric mode.

That could be a boon for drivers on the commute with the car's system calculating the power output to conserve battery power.

Charging of the battery

Charging of the battery will take five hours at home, or 3.5 hours using a wall box.

It's also possible to adapt the time when charging takes place so the driver can enjoy the benefits of cheap off-peak electricity.

The Golf eHybrid equipment list includes the firm's digital cockpit, as well as their Discover satnav system.

There's also smartphone compatibility, dynamic road sign display, sports comfort seats and a multifunction leather steering wheel.

Drivers also get lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control, and there is also front assist autonomous emergency braking.

The contract hire Volkswagen Golf eHybrid offers excellent fuel economy and performance and it's a very interesting vehicle for company car drivers to consider.

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