Photos: 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf

Though it doesn’t have the gee-whiz kick of the Fiat 500e, the e-Golf is quick enough. VW said it will do a zero-to-60 mph run in about 10 seconds.  (David Undercoffler / Los Angeles Times)

Official EPA range figures won’t be in until September. For now, VW estimates 70 to 90 miles of “real world range” on a full charge and a 115-mile maximum. That’s on par with the Leaf’s 84-mile EPA-estimated range.  (David Undercoffler / Los Angeles Times)

For those keeping score, the e-Golf has more power and less weight than the Nissan Leaf, its chief competitor. And the Golf probably will match the Leaf’s efficiency.  (David Undercoffler / Los Angeles Times)

VW hasn’t yet announced pricing for the e-Golf, but a loaded version with leather seats and navigation probably will sell for around $35,000, before state and federal tax incentives that could knock off as much as $10,000.  (David Undercoffler / Los Angeles Times)

With German build quality and design, and a compelling price tag, the e-Golf has enough going for it to tip the scales in its favor over the Nissan Leaf.   (David Undercoffler / Los Angeles Times)