Similar to phones, the EV will give you a warning of when it will be time to charge it as the EV switches to energy saving mode. When it does, just pop open the integrated Volkswagen Car-Net® system and get shown the way to the nearest public charger. Your battery also has an inaccessible reserve of energy that helps minimizes any damage from running out of accessible energy.
As an electric vehicle (EV) owner, Volkswagen Roadside Assistance is available to assist you in case of any issues. Simply dial 1-800-411-6688, and we will ensure you reach home, your intended destination, or the nearest public fast charging station.
At the moment, there is more than11,000 charging stations in over 5,000 locations across Canada. More of them will come soon! VW has paired up with Electrify Canada to install more charging stations closer to you!
Find out more about Canada's fastest-growing charging network here.
The ownership expenses associated with an electric vehicle are generally lower compared to those of a gasoline-powered vehicle. Charging at home comes at a notably reduced cost compared to filling up with an equivalent amount of gasoline, and certain public charging stations offer free charging. With an assumed average electricity cost of $0.13 per kilowatt-hour, recharging a 400 km electric vehicle from empty to full would require approximately $10 worth of electricity. Electric technology requires less maintenance, leading to potentially lower servicing costs.
At Volkswagen, we assure you that your battery's usable capacity will not fall below a minimum of 70% after eight years or 160,000 km, whichever occurs first.
Currently, the acquisition cost of an electric vehicle is somewhat elevated compared to a comparable gasoline vehicle, primarily due to the manufacturing expenses associated with the battery. Nevertheless, in Canada, substantial purchase incentives are in place to help offset this difference.
Charging your electric vehicle is highly secure, even in damp and rainy weather. As long as your EV and charging station adhere to stringent legal standards, electricity will not flow until a secure and fully safe connection is established. You can confidently take your vehicle through a car wash or open the hood in the rain, and during lightning, your EV is as safe as any other vehicle.
We're confident you'll discover the experience to be far from dull, but the most effective way to address this curiosity is to take one for a spin. Electric vehicles, unlike their gas counterparts, boast nearly instantaneous torque, eliminating any delay between pressing the accelerator and feeling the power surge. This contributes to an engaging and dynamic driving experience. In the latest generation of EVs, the batteries are seamlessly integrated into the vehicle's floor, providing an exceptionally low center of gravity and impeccable weight distribution. Consequently, the dynamics of EVs are truly exhilarating. Once you've experienced it, going back won't be an option.

