8 1.5 eTSIHybrid

Volkswagen Golf 8 1.5 eTSI

Essence hybridecompactGENERATION Mk8, 2021

Power: 150 hp; 250 Nm
0 → 100 km/h: 8.5 s; VMax 224 km/h
Cons.: -; /100 km
Tank: -

Full specifications

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Architecture: Inline · 4 cyl. · Turbo
Displacement: 2 cm³
Power: 150 hp
Combined torque: 250 Nm
Gearbox: Double embrayage 7 rapports Automatique
Transmission: Traction

Performance

0 → 100 km/h: 8,5 s
VMax: 224 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length: 4,284 mm
Wheelbase: 2,637 mm
Width: 1,789 mm
Height: 1,456 mm
Kerb weight: 1,376 kg
Cd: 0.275

Caralogy Methodology

Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.

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Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

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Caralogy Verdict

Suitable for

Optimised urban and peri-urban trips with no charging to manage.

Alternatives to consider

If the priority is 0–100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla GR Sport Hybrid (1st with 7.5 s) takes the lead.

Go beyond this analysis

Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.

Running cost for your profile

Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.

Launch simulator

Long-distance trip

Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.

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Chronos & accélération

0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.

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Where the Golf 8 1.5 eTSI stands against compacts hybrid

Comparison across 14 compacts hybrid marketed between 2019–2023.

0–100 km/h6^e / 14

8,5 s

Min 11,2 s · Hyundai i30 Fastback 1.0 T-GDi 48V 120 chMax 7,5 s · Toyota Corolla GR Sport Hybrid

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

HEVAudi A3 Sportback TFSI S tronic 110 kW MHEV150 hp · 8.1 s HEVMercedes CLA 180 Limousine156 hp · 8.8 s HEVMercedes CLA 180 Saloon156 hp · 8.8 s HEVHyundai i30 1.5 T-GDi 48V 160 ch160 hp · 8.4 s

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

PetrolBMW 218i136 hp · 8.8 s PetrolBMW 220i Convertible184 hp · 7.7 s PetrolBMW 220i xDrive Gran Coupe178 hp · 7.1 s HEVHyundai i30 1.0 T-GDi 48V 120 ch120 hp · 11.2 s DieselHyundai i30 1.6 CRDi 115 ch116 hp · 10.9 s HEVHyundai i30 Fastback 1.5 T-GDi 48V 160 ch160 hp · 8.4 s

The full Volkswagen Golf Mk8 range

Generation Mk8 launched in 2020. Available versions sorted by energy.

Other versions of the Mk8

PetrolGolf 8 R320 hp · 2022 PHEVGolf 8 GTE245 hp · 2022 PetrolGolf 8 GTI Clubsport300 hp · 2021 PetrolGolf 8 GTI245 hp · 2021

Popular duels involving the Golf 8 1.5 eTSI

HEVAudi A3 Sportback TFSI S tronic 110 kW MHEV vs Golf 8 1.5 eTSI150 hp · 5.8 L HEVMercedes CLA 180 Limousine vs Golf 8 1.5 eTSI156 hp · 5.4 L HEVMercedes CLA 180 Saloon vs Golf 8 1.5 eTSI156 hp · 5.4 L HEVHyundai i30 1.5 T-GDi 48V 160 ch vs Golf 8 1.5 eTSI160 hp · 6.3 L

Continue with the Volkswagen Golf 8 1.5 eTSI

The same car, from other angles.

Consumption
Consumption and annual running cost of the Volkswagen Golf 8 1.5 eTSI
Motorway
Simulated motorway trip of the Volkswagen Golf 8 1.5 eTSI: stops and duration
Performance
Performance of the Volkswagen Golf 8 1.5 eTSI: 0-100 and lap times
0-100 in 8.6 s · 150 hp

Volkswagen Golf 8 1.5 eTSI: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

How much does the Golf 8 1.5 eTSI cost to run?

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.