Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.5 TSI 272 GTE eHybrid 5dr DSG
It's a solid, efficient and desirable plug-in hybrid with hot-hatchback power, but the VW Golf GTE still has some flaws
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| Doors | 5 | 
| Drive Train | 6 SPEED | 
| Fuel Delivery | TURBO DIRECT INJECTION | 
| Transmission | Semi-auto | 
| Fuel Type | Hybrid Petrol | 
| Engine Capacity - CC | 1498 | 
| Trim | GTE | 
| Price | £40,030 | 
| Battery Capacity | 25.7 | 
| Engine Power - BHP | 272 | 
| Acceleration | 6.6 | 
| Top Speed | 143 mph | 
| Length | 4289 mm | 
| Width | 1789 mm | 
| Height | 1478 mm | 
| Luggage Capacity (Seats Up) | 273 l | 
| Minimum Kerbweight | 1587 kg | 
Driver Convenience
- Activated carbon canister
 - Adaptive cruise control (ACC)
 - Advanced driver attention and drowsiness monitor
 - Dynamic road sign display
 - Dynamic steering
 - E-Sim card for online connectivity
 - eCall emergency call system
 - Multi-color Digital cockpit pro, selection of different info profile possible
 - Multifunction front facing camera for distance control
 - Navigation system
 - Oncoming vehicle braking when turning including swerve support
 - Side assist blind spot lane change system, rear traffic alert and exit warning system
 - Speed limiter
 - Speedo, rev counter, electronic odometer, trip, service interval display, exterior temperature and fuel gauge
 - Traffic jam assist
 - Voice enhancer and voice control
 - Warning signal and warning light for front and rear seatbelts not fastened
 - We connect plus preparation
 - We connect preparation
 - Wireless app connect
 
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension
- Charging cable Mode 2 Type 2 (10A)
 - Charging cable mode 3, type 2 32 A
 - Electric motor (hybrid electric vehicle) total system output 200kw, unit OEK A
 - Hybrid propulsion system
 - Start-stop system with battery regeneration (recuperation - energy recovery during braking)
 - XDS electronic differential lock for improved traction and handling
 
Entertainment
- 2 USB C ports in front, 2 USB charging sockets on the centre console in the rear charging capacity upto 45W
 - 6 Speakers - 4 in front and 2 in rear with central speaker
 - Digital radio reception (DAB)
 - Diversity antenna for FM reception
 - Gaming platform via car app
 - Infotainment system with 12.9" display
 - Mobile phone interface with inductive charging feature
 
Exterior Features
- 3rd brake light
 - Auto dimming rear view mirror
 - Automatic headlamp activation with Coming home and Leaving home feature
 - Body colour door handles
 - Body coloured bumpers, air intake in honeycomb structure
 - Exterior mirrors convex on the left and aspherical on the right
 - Front and rear electric windows
 - Front fog lamps and cornering light
 - Heat insulating windshield made of laminated glass
 - Illuminated lighting animation with wake up/goodbye scenario
 - LED separate daytime running light
 - Nameplate 'GTE' set
 - Rain sensor
 - Rear exhaust tailpipe
 - Rear fog light on one side and reversing lights on both sides
 - Rear side wing doors
 - Rear windscreen washer and wiper with interval delay
 - Remote electrically foldable door mirrors, puddle lights and reverse activated passenger's door mirror
 - Welcome light with surround lighting
 
Interior Features
- 12V socket in front centre console
 - 12V socket in luggage compartment
 - 3 rear head restraints
 - 3 seat bench in 2nd row
 - 30 colour ambient lighting, illuminated center console storage compartment in front
 - Air care climatronic 3 Zone automatic climate control with rear air conditioning control panel
 - Aluminium gearshift handle
 - Brushed stainless steel pedals
 - Chrome plated radiator grille inserts, air vent surrounds and light switch surrounds
 - Entry lights
 - Front + rear black carpet mats
 - Front centre armrest
 - ISOFIX anchors for child seats on outer rear bench seats and on front passanger seat compatible for i-Size
 - Luggage compartment lighting
 - Rear cupholder and loadthough
 - Single front passenger seat
 - Soul black instrument panel
 - Soul black roof lining
 - Split folding backrest with centre armrest and unsplit rear seat bench
 - Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
 
Packs
- Driver assistance pack - Golf Estate/Hatchback Auto
 - Technology park and comfort pro package - Golf Hatchback
 
Passive Safety
- 3 point height adj front seatbelts + pretensioners
 - 3 rear three point seatbelts
 - ABS
 - Autonomous emergency braking front assist with pedestrian and cyclist monitoring
 - Child locks on rear doors
 - Driver and front passenger airbag with front passenger airbag deactivation
 - Electronic parking brake with auto hold
 - ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
 - Extended pedestrian protection measures
 - Hill start assist
 - Rear disc brakes
 - Two tone horn
 - Tyre pressure loss indicator
 - Volkswagen roadside assistance
 
Security
- Anti theft wheel bolts
 - Preparation for alcohol interlock
 
Trim
- Decorative inserts carbon grey for dashboard and front door trim panels
 
Wheels
- Sporty vehicle dynamics
 - Tool kit for tyre mobility set
 - Tyre mobility kit Includes 12V compressor and tyre sealant
 
Electric Vehicle Data
| Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty | 70 | 
| Battery Capacity in kWh | 25.7 | 
| Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins) | 720 | 
| Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change | 0-100 | 
| Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW | 2.3 | 
| Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins) | 150 | 
| Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change | 0-100 | 
| Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW | 11 | 
| Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins) | 26 | 
| Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change | 10-80 | 
| Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW | 40 | 
| Battery Leased | No | 
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | 
| Charging Port Location | Left Side Front | 
| Coupler/Connector Type | CCS Type 2 | 
| Maximum Charging Rate - kW | 40 | 
| Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage | 100000 | 
| Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years | 8 | 
| Usable Battery Capacity | 19.7 | 
| WLTP - AER (km) - Comb | 132 | 
| WLTP - AER (miles) - Comb | 82 | 
| WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb | 12.8 | 
| WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb | 4.8 | 
| WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb | 25.2 | 
| WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb | 2.5 | 
| WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb | 131 | 
| WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb | 81.4 | 
Emissions - ICE
| Standard Euro Emissions | EURO 6 | 
Emissions - PHEV
| WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb | 30 | 
| WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb - TEH | 32 | 
| WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb - TEL | 30 | 
Engine and Drive Train
| Catalytic Convertor | Yes | 
| Engine capacity (cc) | 1498 | 
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 
| Cylinder Layout | IN-LINE | 
| Cylinders | 4 | 
| Cylinders - Bore (mm) | 74.5 | 
| Cylinders - Stroke (mm) | 85.9 | 
| Engine Layout | FRONT TRANSVERSE | 
| Gears | 6 SPEED | 
| Number of Valves | 16 | 
| Transmission | SEMI-AUTO | 
Fuel Consumption - PHEV
| WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb | 1.3 | 
| WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEH | 1.4 | 
| WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEL | 1.3 | 
| WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb | 217.3 | 
| WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb - TEH | 201.8 | 
| WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb - TEL | 217.3 | 
General
| Generation Mark | 8 | 
| Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07 | 30E | 
| Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years | 12 | 
| Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years | 3 | 
| NCAP Adult Occupant Protection % | 88 | 
| NCAP Child Occupant Protection % | 87 | 
| NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09 | 5 | 
| NCAP Pedestrian Protection % | 74 | 
| NCAP Safety Assist % | 82 | 
| Service Interval Frequency - Months | 12 | 
| Service Interval Mileage | 9300 | 
| Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage | 60000 | 
| Standard manufacturers warranty - Years | 3 | 
| Vehicle Homologation Class | M1 | 
Performance
| 0 to 62 mph (secs) | 6.6 | 
| Engine Power - BHP | 272 | 
| Engine Torque - NM | 250 | 
| Engine Torque - RPM | 1500 | 
| Top Speed | 143 mph | 
Test Cycles
| RDE Certification Level | RDE 2 | 
Tyres
| Space Saver? | No | 
| Tyre Size Front | 225/45 R17 | 
| Tyre Size Rear | 225/45 R17 | 
| Tyre Size Spare | TYRE REPAIR KIT | 
| Wheel Style | RICHMOND | 
| Wheel Type | 17" ALLOY | 
Vehicle Dimensions
| Height | 1478 mm | 
| Length | 4289 mm | 
| Wheelbase | 2630 mm | 
| Width | 1789 mm | 
Weight and Capacities
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 40 | 
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 
| Luggage Capacity (Seats Up) | 273 l | 
| Max. Loading Weight | 513 kg | 
| Max. Roof Load | 75 | 
| Max. Towing Weight - Braked | 1700 | 
| Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked | 750 | 
| Minimum Kerbweight | 1587 kg | 
| No. of Seats | 5 | 
| Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb | 11.1 m |