Volkswagen Golf eHybrid: an essential model among plug-in hybrids?

The new Volkswagen Golf eHybrid is a bit like wanting to conquer the summit of Everest in flip-flops: one wonders if one is serious or just mocking the world. In an automotive universe where the plug-in hybrid can sometimes resemble a down jacket in August, it's tempting to pose the question: is the Golf eHybrid really a model to take seriously? After a test drive in Brittany, it seems that the quest for energy efficiency and performance is more than just a mirage in the desert of plug-in hybrids.

The performance hidden beneath the surface

For the average person, a combined power of 204 hp ensures a dynamic driving experience. Volkswagen has decided to equip this Golf with a 1.5 turbo petrol engine and an electric motor that together give the impression that a small star of automotive innovation dares to shine. And what autonomy! More than 140 km of range is a promise as tempting as an all-you-can-eat menu – but, like in all buffets, one must be wary of appearances. On the ground, experts from Auto Plus measured a real autonomy of just over 100 km. Less than expected, certainly, but enough for a neighborhood tour while making sure to refuel in the process.

A pleasant drive for everyday life

Integrating this German marvel on the roads is a bit like savoring a red wine at the right temperature: everything harmonizes. The steering is precise, the comfortable seats receive unanimous praise, and despite its 1.6 tons of metal, the Golf remains agile. On the highway or in the city, the balance between the petrol and electric power is present, offering enjoyable driving sensations, even if one isn't in a Ferrari. In other words, it knows how to meet expectations while remaining humble. Bid farewell to violent regenerative braking, here everything is smooth, if one can overlook a few timid jolts.

Design: a subtle facelift

On the design front, this Volkswagen has made the effort not to indulge in flashiness. Some adjustments to the bumpers, a redesign of the lights, and there you have it, a modernized dress code that goes unnoticed. Inside, the changes are more noticeable, all the better for those who found the initial design of the Golf 8 an ergonomic misunderstanding. Goodbye to the haptic buttons that made teeth grind, and hello to real buttons! In short, a little facelift that hasn't harmed this legendary car.

And the trunk, what about it?

Ah, here lies the catch. Like a grandfather who had too much cheese at dinner, the trunk of the Golf eHybrid flirts with disappointment, offering a capacity of only 280 L. It's a bit like putting the cart before the horse: a battery here for proper functioning, but less space for luggage. Consequently, perhaps a long weekend with the whole family would require the user's sporting spirit to claim the space.

A reference or a utopia?

When you scratch the surface a bit, the Golf eHybrid presents itself as an ambitious contender for the throne of plug-in hybrids. With prices starting around €43,990, it doesn't just talk about sustainable mobility, it acts accordingly. Whether considering the latest automotive innovations, the sober and elegant design, or the performance combining energy efficiency and driving pleasure, one might think that Volkswagen is selling us a real car of the future. Provided one keeps in mind that the trunk remains a reality to manage.

Source: www.autoplus.fr

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