Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 home EV charger installation
Plug-In Hybrid

VolkswagenGolf GTE Mk8 (2021)

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Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8
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Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 Compatible Chargers

Easee
One
Stylish, simple and works as tethered or untethered

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£941.20

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£13.43

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WaEV
EV1i
Included 5-metre cable with build-in holster

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£922

Pay monthly

£12.58

Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)
Ohme
ePod
Save money on charging with energy tariff integration

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£971

Pay monthly

£13.25

Intelligent Octopus friendly (Any vehicle)Intelligent Octopus friendly (Any vehicle)
Ohme
Home Pro
Helps you save money on car charging costs

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£1006

Pay monthly

£13.74

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Simpson & Partners
Home 7
More than 100 premium finishes to choose from

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£1079

Pay monthly

£14.73

Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)
Hypervolt
Home 3.0
Smart design with built-in cable storage

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£1080

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£14.75

Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)Intelligent Octopus compatible (with select vehicles)
Tesla
Wall Connector
Futuristic design with built-in cable tidy

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£1080

Pay monthly

£14.75

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Easee
Charge
Eligible for the Workplace Charge Scheme

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£1300

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£17.75

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Andersen
A2
Unrivalled range of finishes to suit your home

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£1589

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£21.69

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How much does it cost to charge the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8?

On an average UK tariff, the cost to charge the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 at home is approximately £3.64.

However, by switching to an EV-friendly tariff, it could be as low as £0.98. That means you could save as much as £710.67 a year* when you combine one of our smart chargers with an EV-friendly tariff.

*Charging costs are calculated using the off-peak rates of intelligent Octopus and based on a 200 mile per week trip (or 10,400 mile per year).

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Average UK tariff
£3.64
EV-friendly tariff
£0.98
Save up to £710.67 per year

when you combine one of our smart chargers with an EV-friendly tariff.

How long does it take to charge the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8?

Charging the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 takes approximately 3 hours and 37 minutes to charge from zero to full using a typical 7kW home charging point.

However, most drivers "top up" their PHEV, so charging times are often much shorter. Plus, our smart EV chargers let you schedule a charge overnight, allowing your PHEV to recharge its battery while you recharge yours!

Most plug-in hybrids cannot rapid charge however, please check the table below to find out if the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 is an exception to this rule.

 

SmartHomeCharge Fast ChargingCharge Times

SmartHomeChargeDedicated Smart Home Chargers
Charge AmountDomestic Socket (2.3kW)Single Phase (3.6kW)Three Phase (N/A)Rapid (N/A)
20 miles
(Average Daily Mileage)
2h 54m1h 51mN/AN/A
20 - 80%3h 23m2h 10mN/AN/A
0 - 100%5h 39m3h 37mN/AN/A

Charge Times

Charge
Amount
Single Phase
(3.6kW)
Three Phase
(N/A)
20 miles
(Average Daily Mileage)
1h 51mN/A
20 - 80%2h 10mN/A
0 - 100%3h 37mN/A
Charge
Amount
Domestic Socket
(2.3kW)
Rapid
(N/A)
20 miles
(Average Daily Mileage)
2h 54mN/A
20 - 80%3h 23mN/A
0 - 100%5h 39mN/A

Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 salary sacrifice

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What is the all-electric range of the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8?

The range of the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 is 39 miles. This is the WLTP-certified range, which is based on a standardised test all electrhic vehicles go through in Europe.

Just like the MPG figure on a petrol or diesel vehicle, the official range of an electric car should be taken as a guide to help compare with other vehicles rather than a guaranteed range for day-to-day driving. The actual full electric range will vary depending on driving efficiency, speed, temperature, weather conditions and more.  

What is the battery size of the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8?

The battery size of the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 is 13kWh.

Battery sizes on electric vehicles vary from around 30kWh (kilowatt hours) to as big as 100kWh and higher. The bigger the battery the more range you get generally speaking, although the vehicle's weight and efficiency are huge factors in the actual range available. 

There are also steps you can take to prolong the life of an EV battery. Check out our guide to electric vehicle battery maintenance for tips on keeping your EV in tip-top health.

What happens when an EV battery eventually dies though? Many of the parts can be re-used or recycled - learn more about what happens to an electric car battery at the end of its life.

What is the company car tax rate for the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8?

The company car tax rate (also known as benefit in kind rate) for the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 is 12%.

How much benefit-in-kind tax you'll need to pay for your electric vehicle will depend on its emissions, its range and its worth. You can check out our guide to company car tax for electric cars to learn more.

FAQs

What are the emissions of the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8?
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The emissions of the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 are 22g/m

Where is the charge port located in the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8?
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The charge port of the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 is located on the passenger front side.

What charging connector does the Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 use?
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The Volkswagen Golf GTE Mk8 uses a Type 2 for fast home and public charging.

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