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Is a used VW e-Golf a good buy?
Like the rest of the Golf range, this all-electric Golf was updated in 2017. Crucially, its driving range was one of the things to benefit, rising from 119 miles to 186 miles (expect 130 miles in the real world). In addition, it can be charged from zero to 80% capacity at a fast-charging point in just 45 minutes, although it still takes four hours on a home charger.
At the same time, power rose from 115hp to 135hp. It feels more lively as a consequence and sprightlier than other mainstream rivals including the Nissan Leaf. Consequently, if you fancy an e-Golf, it's worth tracking down a more recent model.
Perhaps its biggest advantage over other electric vehicles, though, is its conventional Golf looks. Apart from its badging and special wheels, it’s identical to other Golfs. It’s just as roomy in the back, too, because the electric motor is at the front, where the engine would be.
Staying with the interior, it’s more exciting here than a conventional Golf thanks to features such as a 12.3-inch digital display that sits in place of traditional dials and which lets you prioritise things like range and local charging points.