VW overtakes Mercedes: Golf Ehybrid with a new record range!
VW overtakes Mercedes: Golf Ehybrid with a new record range!
Wolfsburg, Deutschland - The market situation for plug-in hybrids in Germany has changed noticeably in the past few months. The competition between the large automobile manufacturers has gained intensity, especially between Volkswagen and Mercedes. While Mercedes took the lead in this segment for years, VW has now taken on the pioneering role with the Golf Ehybrid.
like news38 offers a remarkable electrical reach of up to 143 km according to WLTP. This is a clear advantage compared to the previous models from Mercedes, which often only had ranges of over 100 km. In May 2023, the demand for plug-in hybrids rose by impressive 79 percent, which gave VW the decisive boost. In fact, from January to May 2023, VW was slightly ahead of Mercedes at the new registrations with 18,850 vehicles sold.
technological progress and new models
The facelift of the Golf, which is now coming onto the market, shows significant improvements. The plug-in-hybrid models EHYBRID and GTE offer a larger high-voltage battery (19.7 kWh) and an increased electrical reach of up to 62 Miles (approx. 100 km). The performance of both models is also impressive: the EHYBRID brings it to 201 hp and the GTE even 268 hp. The higher charging speeds that rise from 3.6 kW to up to 11 kW are also particularly noteworthy. Such progress could be crucial for many drivers who are looking for more efficient and more powerful models.
While VW scores with a wide range of model, Mercedes is faced with the challenge that the demand for plug-in hybrids decreases. The 250 series in particular has to deal with falling sales figures. Mercedes is now planning a reinforced focus on mild hybrids and fully electric models. A possible obstacle could be the new MMA platform that is not designed for plug-in hybrids. The first models such as the CLA Coupé and the GLB are already in the starting blocks, but the decline in the plug-in hybrid segment for Mercedes does not seem to be defrostable, as one is still heavily installed in the overall market.
global perspectives and future of the market
The market for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles has been promoting considerable growth in recent years, especially in Germany. According to DetailsOrt Wolfsburg, Deutschland Quellen