How much does the 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf cost?

The 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf has a starting MSRP of $28,995, ranging up to $35,595 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes SE from $28,995; SEL Premium from $35,595.

How much cargo space does the 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf have?

The 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf offers up to 52.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How many trims does the 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf come in?

The 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf is available in 2 trims across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.

2016 Volkswagen e-Golf

2 trims · Hatchback

Starting MSRP

$28,995 – $35,595

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Volkswagen e-Golf? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on SE

Total price (SE MSRP)

$28,995

Typical monthly

$574/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf trims

SE
MSRP
$28,995
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
116 MPGe
Horsepower
115 hp
Torque
199 lb-ft
Engine
electric
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
52.7
Max towing
—
SEL Premium
MSRP
$35,595
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
116 MPGe
Horsepower
115 hp
Torque
199 lb-ft
Engine
electric
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
52.7
Max towing
—

Compare 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf trim specifications
Spec	SE	SEL Premium
MSRP	$28,995	$35,595
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	116 MPGe	116 MPGe
Horsepower	115 hp	115 hp
Torque	199 lb-ft	199 lb-ft
Engine	electric	electric
Seating	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Cargo (cu ft)	52.7	52.7
Max towing	—	—

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: SEelectric
SEL Premiumelectric
Fuel type: SEelectric
SEL Premiumelectric
Horsepower: SE115 hp
SEL Premium115 hp
Torque: SE199 lb-ft
SEL Premium199 lb-ft
Transmission: SE1-speed direct drive
SEL Premium1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain: SEfront wheel drive
SEL Premiumfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: SEHatchback
SEL PremiumHatchback
Doors: SE5
SEL Premium5
Seating: SE5
SEL Premium5
Length: SE168.1 in
SEL Premium168.1 in
Width: SE70.8 in
SEL Premium70.8 in
Height: SE57.1 in
SEL Premium57.1 in
Wheelbase: SE103.6 in
SEL Premium103.6 in
Ground clearance: SE5 in
SEL Premium5 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: SE22.8 cu ft
SEL Premium22.8 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: SE52.7 cu ft
SEL Premium52.7 cu ft
Max payload: SE939 lbs
SEL Premium899 lbs
Curb weight: SE3,380 lbs
SEL Premium3,419 lbs

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPGe: SE116
SEL Premium116
Battery capacity: SE24 kWh
SEL Premium24 kWh

Full specifications by trim
Spec	SE	SEL Premium
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	electric	electric
Fuel type	electric	electric
Horsepower	115 hp	115 hp
Torque	199 lb-ft	199 lb-ft
Transmission	1-speed direct drive	1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Hatchback	Hatchback
Doors	5	5
Seating	5	5
Length	168.1 in	168.1 in
Width	70.8 in	70.8 in
Height	57.1 in	57.1 in
Wheelbase	103.6 in	103.6 in
Ground clearance	5 in	5 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	22.8 cu ft	22.8 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	52.7 cu ft	52.7 cu ft
Max payload	939 lbs	899 lbs
Curb weight	3,380 lbs	3,419 lbs
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPGe	116	116
Battery capacity	24 kWh	24 kWh