The new pack will have a 35.8 kWh capacity – up from 24.2 kWh and even beating BMW’s recent upgrade for the i3 with 33 kWh. The i3’s new top of the line range is now “up to 114 miles”. Dr. Tanneberger also added that VW will only offer the new pack, unlike Nissan and BMW who kept their old battery packs as less-expensive options for customers. The e-Golf motor will also get a power increase from 100 kW to 120 kW, still according to the exec.

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