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South Africa has been blessed with the Volkswagen Golf, and so far has received every generation ever made.
From the TSI to the GTI, and R models, the local line-up is well stocked. Besides the Clubsport and GTD which is no longer available in SA, VWSA teased the country with the eGolf which is currently being used in a local mobility programme.
Silent treatment
Just like conventional hybrid systems, the eHybrid works in unison with a combustion unit, in this case, a TSI engine, that activates automatically and helps deliver a maximum power output of 150kW. The power is transmitted to the road via a six-speed DGS gearbox.
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The eGolf is not entirely feasible for use on local roads mainly because of the large distances between provinces. It only has a maximum range of 230km.
Electromobility is very much in its infancy in SA with only a handful of manufacturers giving consumers a taste of what an electric future in automation could look like.
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A hybrid, like the Golf eHybrid, would make much more sense to use in South Africa. It has sufficient power, and there would be no need to worry about charging anything.
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The Volkswagen Golf eHybrid won't be making it to local shores, but it does signify the way forward for eco-mobility in the hatchback segment for the future.
Compiled by: Robin Classen
