Volkswagen Golf GTE (2024+)
2025 • Hatchback
Electric Range
131
kmBattery Capacity
25.7
kWhPower Output
272
HPRange Simulator
Test real-world electric range across seasonal temperatures, climate control, and highway share.
Euro 6e-bis & Tax Simulator
Calculate Benefit-in-Kind (BiK), Germany 0.5% Dienstwagen tax, France Malus, and 2026/2027 fleet savings.
Safety Rating
Tested year 2019: Adult (95%), Child (89%).
Volkswagen Golf GTE (2024+) (2025): Powertrain & Real-World Utility
The 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTE (2024+) Plug-in Hybrid features a 25.7 kWh traction battery delivering an official WLTP electric range of 131 km, paired with a 272 HP powertrain producing 6 g/km CO₂ and 0.3 L/100km fuel consumption with 50 kW DC fast charging support.
Battery Pack vs Market
25.7 kWh gross
Equipped with a large 25.7 kWh pack, the Golf GTE (2024+) sits in the upper percentile of European plug-in hybrids, offering true zero-emission range that rivals dedicated urban EVs.
Real-World Range Expectation
While official WLTP laboratory figures state 131 km, drivers should anticipate approximately ~121 km in temperate urban commutes, and around ~84 km during sub-zero motorway trips with cabin heating.
Charging Infrastructure
11 kW AC Onboard
A standard 11/22 kW home wallbox will replenish the pack in approximately ~2.1 hours. Thanks to 50 kW DC fast charging support, quick roadside boosts from 10% to 80% can be completed in approximately ~30 minutes.
| Specification | Official Homologated Value | European Segment Context |
|---|---|---|
| WLTP Electric Range | 131 km | Exceptional (100+ km) |
| Battery Capacity | 25.7 kWh gross | Ultra High-Capacity PHEV |
| Total System Power | 272 HP | Balanced Daily Performance |
| Charging Capabilities | 11 kW AC + 50 kW DC Rapid | Motorway Fast-Charge Ready |
| CO₂ Emissions & Fuel Consumption | 6 g/km • 0.3 L/100km | Euro 6e-bis Compliant |
Daily Commute & Efficiency Verdict: For European motorists with typical round-trip daily commutes of ~30–40 km, the Volkswagen Golf GTE (2024+)'s 131 km electric range can comfortably cover ~3.9 days of routine driving on pure electricity before triggering the combustion engine.
Euro 6e-bis & Corporate Fleet Impact: With an official rating of 6 g/km CO₂ and 0.3 L/100km fuel consumption, this vehicle benefits from competitive tax brackets across major European markets. Under revised 2026/2027 Euro 6e-bis Utility Factor calculations, high electric range models like this retain substantially lower Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) and company car tax liabilities compared to older generation PHEVs.
Euro 6e-bis & Company Car (BiK) Tax Impact
With 131 km electric range and 6 g/km CO₂, this model qualifies for an estimated UK BiK rate of 2% (Ultra Low). Its high electric range cushions against upcoming EU Utility Factor calculation increases.
✓ Data verified from official manufacturer WLTP test sheets, European regulatory filings, and Euro NCAP crash databases.
Updated: October 2026 • Verified by PHEVs.eu Technical TeamBATTERY
25.7 kWh
Battery size in kilowatt hours
RANGE (KM)
131 km (WLTP)
Mileage in kilometers according to the WLTP/EPA standard
ON-BOARD CHARGER (AC)
11,0 kW
Maximum charging power AC
MAX CHARGING POWER (DC)
50 kW DC (CCS Combo 2)
Maximum charging power with fast charging/lightning charging
CHARGING SOCKET (AC)
Type 2Mennekes
Charging socket in the car for normal charging
FAST CHARGING (DC)
50 kW DC (CCS Combo 2)
Charging socket in the car for fast charging
General
Electric Performance
Engine & Performance
Comfort & Space
Key Technical Specifications — Volkswagen Golf GTE (2024+) (2025)
Official manufacturer and WLTP homologated technical data sheet for Volkswagen Golf GTE (2024+) plug-in hybrid.
| Specification Parameter | Official Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Model | Volkswagen Golf GTE (2024+) |
| WLTP Electric Range | 131 km |
| Battery Capacity | 25.7 kWh |
| WLTP Fuel Consumption | 0.3 L / 100 km |
| CO₂ Emissions | 6 g / km |
| System Power Output | 272 HP (203 kW) |
| Combustion Engine | 1.5 L |
| Electric Motor Output | 116 HP (87 kW) |
| AC Charging | 11 kW (~3.5 h) |
| DC Fast Charging | Yes (50 kW) |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 6.6 s |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats |
| Luggage / Boot Capacity | 273 L (Max: 1129 L) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 4289 × 1789 × 1478 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1595 kg |
| Euro NCAP Safety | ★★★★★ (5 Stars) |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 3 Years |