Volkswagen e-Golf (2014-2016) EV charger: which one fits best?
The early Volkswagen e-Golf charges at home at up to 3.7 kW over a single-phase connection. That limit sits in the car, not in the charger. A pricey 11 kW or 22 kW unit charges this e-Golf no faster, but it does keep you ready for a quicker EV. Our Volkswagen EV charger overview lists the other Volkswagen models, including the later e-Golf with the bigger battery.
For the Volkswagen e-Golf (2014-2016) we recommend a charger from our 11 kW EV chargers, so your next EV is covered too.
Charging specifications of the Volkswagen e-Golf (2014-2016)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 24.2 kWh total, 20.5 kWh usable |
| Max. AC charge power (at home) | 3.7 kW (single-phase) |
| Range (real-world) | about 125 km |
| Charging time on a wall charger | about 6 hours 45 minutes (0 to 100%, including charging losses) |
| AC charge connector | Type 2 |
| DC fast charging | CCS, up to about 44 kW |
Which EV charger fits the Volkswagen e-Golf?
This e-Golf accepts only 3.7 kW, so you do not need an expensive charger. An 11 kW unit still makes sense as a long-term choice. It costs a little more now and is ready for a faster car later. Our 7.4 kW EV chargers cost less and still deliver more than this e-Golf can take.
Look for a built-in MID meter whichever power you pick. An MID meter is a certified kWh meter. It records every session to the kilowatt-hour, so you see exactly what home charging costs you.
From 2026 a Dutch scheme pays private owners back up to 500 euro a year on those costs. It runs in the Netherlands only, and only with a certified meter. An employer or lease company accepts the same reading without discussion. Compare what is available in our EV chargers with an MID meter.
App control is the other feature worth having on a car that charges slowly. You can start the session when the electricity price drops and check progress from indoors. Our EV chargers with an app do exactly that.
The e-Golf has a Type 2 socket, like almost every modern charger. You only need a separate Type 2 charging cable for public charge points, or for a charger with a socket instead of a fixed cable.
We arrange installation in the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany. In Germany it starts with a free quotation rather than a booking. We ship worldwide, but installation stays inside those three countries. Elsewhere you order the charger from us and hire a qualified electrician locally. Always have one make the connection. It is safer, and many insurers ask for it.
Most e-Golf drivers end up with a straightforward wall unit from our EV chargers for home.
How long does the Volkswagen e-Golf (2014-2016) take to charge?
The usable battery holds 20.5 kWh. On a 3.7 kW charger it goes from empty to full in about 6 hours 45 minutes. A straight 20.5 divided by 3.7 gives 5.5 hours, and charging losses account for the rest. Plug in during the evening and the car is ready in the morning.
A household socket at 2.3 kW takes roughly 10 hours. A wall charger saves you real time. On the road you fast charge over the CCS connector, the fast-charge plug below the Type 2 socket, at up to about 44 kW.
Other versions of the Volkswagen e-Golf
Wallbox Discounter also has charging advice for the later e-Golf:
- Volkswagen e-Golf, model year 2017 and later, with a larger battery
Frequently asked questions
Does the Volkswagen e-Golf (2014-2016) need a three-phase connection?
No. This e-Golf charges at up to 3.7 kW on a single phase, so a single-phase charger is enough. A three-phase model works too. Three-phase means your supply reaches the charger over three live wires instead of one. It will not charge this car any faster, but it is useful if you expect a quicker EV later.
Why does an MID meter matter?
A certified kWh meter records your charging to the kilowatt-hour. You see exactly what a session cost, and you can hand the same reading to an employer or lease company. In the Netherlands it is also the condition for the reimbursement scheme that starts in 2026. Even on a small battery the meter is what makes that scheme work, so it is worth having from day one.