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Car Review: 2019 VW e-Golf drops the gas engine but retains the fun-to-drive nature

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When you think of the compact hatchback, the car that pops in your mind is probably the Volkswagen Golf, a stalwart in the market for decades. Historically, it’s been a peppy performer that won’t break the bank, and the gas versions all delivered good miles per gallon. But some people are looking to ditch the gas engine for an electric vehicle, and now, the Golf answers the call.

The Golf always offered a great driving experience, and that holds true with the e-Golf. The same fun-to- drive attitude is here and the e-Golf is even a bit peppier because the power is available instantly. It’s not ultimately a huge power output, and some other electric vehicles are quicker, but at 135 horsepower, it still feels like enough power overall.

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Compact luxury crossovers are big business as buyer's trade in luxury sedans for the popular high riders. BMW redesigned its X3 a couple years ago to better compete in a more crowded marketplace. I drove the sporty X3 M40i in 2019 and was impressed with its potent performance. New for 2020 is a plug-in hybrid version that allows for 18-20 miles of electric-only driving. But when you combine the gas engine and that electric motor, the xDrive30e is transformed into a fun performance ride.
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