Range anxiety continues to fade as consumers begin to realize that 100 miles will serve them just fine for more than 90% of driving. With the Nissan Leaf upping its total estimated range to 107 miles, the e-Golf is suddenly behind the times just 2 years into production with an EPA-estimated range of 83 miles. But it has come back for 2016 with a lower-priced base trim that’s been decontented to make up for the more attractive price point, plus a new infotainment system offering Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

If you’re taking full advantage of the e-Golf’s 115 hp and having fun, range won’t be great. If you’re running the AC during the summer or trying to heat the interior during the winter, you could see your range drop as low as 50 miles. However, you can choose the Eco or Eco+ driving modes, which cut power to 94 hp and 162 lb-ft or 74 hp and 129 lb-ft respectively, and you’ll even be able to beat the EPA-estimated 83 mile range. In fact, VW promotes the e-Golf as being able to attain 120 miles with the correct application of frugality. Read more on CarGurus: https://cargur.us/b36nZ

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