2017 Volkswagen e-Golf Deals, Prices, Incentives & Leases, Overview

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What you must know before buying the Volkswagen e-Golf

Kimberly Smith, Automotive Editor -August 05, 2018

2017 VW e-Golf is very hard to find
Rebates: $500 credit for select customers
Lease: From $319 per month for 36 months
Finance: From 0% APR for 60 months

Very limited availability:

The 2017 e-Golf lineup comes with a boost in battery range to 125 miles per charge, which is 50% more range than the 2016's 83 miles per charge. It also features more horsepower and torque, a few exterior updates, and new safety features including forward collision warning and autonomous emergency braking. Prices are $1,500 higher than starting MSRPs for 2016 models, which are now sold out.

Note that the e-Golf is only sold in select states, namely California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, New York, New Jersey, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington, D.C.

On top of that, there are barely any available in stock at the moment in any state. For that reason, don’t delay if you happen across a dealership that does have one in inventory that you like.

The offers listed below are regional and run through September 4, 2018. Our examples are based on those for the Western States. Bonus incentives may be introduced for Labor Day, but there's no guarantee.

Extra credit:

A $500 bonus is available for qualified military and first responders.

In addition, new college graduates (i.e. graduated in the past 24 months) with proof of permanent, full-time income are eligible to receive a $500 credit on new financing or lease contracts signed with Volkswagen Credit.

The car is also eligible for $7,500 in Federal tax credits plus extra incentives of up to $6,000 in certain states. Good news, California residents: Your state's Clean Air Rebate (CVRP) is back!

Lease specials:

This month’s promotional lease offers start at $319 per month for 36 months with $2,999 due at signing (up from $279 per month for 36 months with $2,349 due at signing) for the 2017 e-Golf SE. This is not a great value for an electric at this price point. The allowance is 10,000 miles per year.

Note that these offers are only available to customers who register the vehicle in one of the states listed above.

Excellent financing rates:

For well-qualified buyers, promotional finance rates start at 0% APR for 60 months or 0.9% APR for 72 months.

In addition, dealers are being incentivized $4,000 for new financing and may be willing to pass those savings onto you if you play your cards right.

Very limited availability:

Note that the e-Golf is only sold in select states, namely California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, New York, New Jersey, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington, D.C.

On top of that, there are barely any available in stock at the moment in any state. For that reason, don’t delay if you happen across a dealership that does have one in inventory that you like.

Extra credit:

A $500 bonus is available for qualified military and first responders.

The car is also eligible for $7,500 in Federal tax credits plus extra incentives of up to $6,000 in certain states. Good news, California residents: Your state's Clean Air Rebate (CVRP) is back!

Lease specials:

Note that these offers are only available to customers who register the vehicle in one of the states listed above.

Excellent financing rates:

For well-qualified buyers, promotional finance rates start at 0% APR for 60 months or 0.9% APR for 72 months.

In addition, dealers are being incentivized $4,000 for new financing and may be willing to pass those savings onto you if you play your cards right.

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Model Preview

For 2017, the Volkswagen e-Golf all-electric hatchback will undergo its most significant update since its introduction back in 2015. The most notable changes will be a refreshed look and a new powertrain featuring a 50% increase in range.

While the looks of the e-Golf will remain familiar, there are a handful of stylistic changes that’ll set it apart from the current model. These will include new bumpers and front fenders, as well as LED headlights and taillights. Inside, the only stylistic changes will be new décor and seat trim.

We’ll also see some technological upgrades in the new year. These include a new 9.2-inch optional infotainment system, the available Volkswagen Digital Cockpit, a configurable home screen, gesture control, and more.

Probably the biggest change to the new e-Golf is its powertrain. Volkswagen will increase its battery capacity from 24.2 kWh to 35.8 kWh in order to achieve 125 miles of total range on a single charge – an increase of 42 miles over the previous year.

As for charging, the SE and SEL models will come standard with the 7.2 kW onboard charger – replacing the old 3.6 kW charger on the SE trim – charging will take less than six hours on a traditional charger. The DC Fast Charging – optional on the SE and standard on the SEL – will charge the battery to 80% in an hour.

The juice and charging system aren't all that’ll change. Volkswagen has also bumped its output to 134 horsepower and 214 pound-feet of torque – increases of 19 horsepower and 15 pound-feet. This results in a one-second-quicker 0-to-60 sprint, dropping it to 9.6 seconds. Top speed will increase to 93 mph. Estimated EPA fuel economy ratings will be 119 MPGe based on 126 MPGe in the city and 111 MPGe on the highway.

Safety will be a top priority for the new e-Golf, as Volkswagen will drop a ton more safety features on the options list. The biggest upgrade is forward collision warning with autonomous emergency braking and pedestrian detection.

Buyers of the SEL Premium trim can add the Driver Assistance Package, which includes the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with auto braking and pedestrian monitor, blind-spot monitoring, lane assist, park assist, and light assist.

Expect a full review closer to launch.

Pricing & Release Date

The 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf is on sale and available for pre-order now. Based on our analysis, special offers on the outgoing car have been very attractive, at least when it comes to finance and lease deals.

Official pricing for the new e-Golf SE will start from $31,315 including destination, a $1,500 increase over the previous year. DC Fast Charging will be a $995 option.

Next up, the Limited Edition adds leatherette seats, DC Fast Charging and more with a price starting at $34,615. Finally, the model tops out at $37,815 for the SEL Premium and gets you access to the full range of driver assistance technology.

In this price range, the e-Golf will battle the Focus Electric ($30,045 starting price), the Chevrolet Bolt EV (starting from $36,620), and the FIAT 500e (starting from $32,795).

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