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Update: It has been 6 weeks since I got the car. Still love the experience. Still have not gotten used to the rearview camera. Still have not tinted the car. Using CarNet only when I need to check the range before going anywhere. Here are the numbers so far: 1940 miles. Average 31mph...

The upcoming 2016 SE base model actually has identical rims with the SEL. So you have to look really carefully to spot the differences (halogens and parking sensors in the bumpers).

The salesman I dealt with was Andrei Maldareanu. Pretty straightforward. I sent an email with my offer, at first he did not honor that offer, then a few days later said that his manager accepted my offer. I came in, did a quick test drive, filled out paperwork and wrapped it up all in about 2...

This was Norm Reeves in Irvine. Given that it's already September, you should get even better pricing if there are any LE left. If not, even the SEL should be discounted heavily, or else get a 2016 if you can wait a little bit longer.

Looks like the 2016 SE model will be different from the SEL in the following (standard features): $6,600 less cloth instead of fake leather seats halogens instead of LED headlights no heat pump no navi no parking sensors 3.6kW charger instead of 7.2 6.5 inch infotainment screen instead of 8 no...

If they're quoting you only $11/month more for the SEL compared to the LE, I would jump on it. For your reference, I leased my LE in July for $1900 down OTD, and $221 (tax included) per month for 3 years, 12000 miles per year. I agree with the others, that when people throw out "SEL lease for...

This is interesting. I had my cousin drive behind my yesterday, and we are on the phone so he can tell me when he sees my brake lights come on. I still have a range of about 70miles left on the car and I would accelerate to 40-55mph, and let go of the gas pedal and not actively brake. The...

Ron, I know the SE does not have any of those features you mentioned. But that is the same for the LE. The LE is $4000 more than the SE. The article does not mention any other differences between the SE and LE, except the 7.2 and the fast charging. Thus it seems they are worth $4000. :)

Here's another article: https://transportevolved.com/2015/08/10/2016-volkswagen-e-golf-se-gets-lower-29815-sticker-price-to-cross-shop-against-nissan-leaf/ I guess the 7.2 charger and quick charging capability are worth $4000.

Thank you. Just tried it. Worked!

Hi, I looked through the Maintenance schedule. I am a decent handyman, and have worked on cars before. Many items I can do myself, and many items are "inspection" items, some of which pertain to the high voltage battery/components. This is my first leased car. My dealer charges $299 for...

Looks good!

Hi, I figured out how to lock doors and raise all windows UP by holding my hand over the KESSY sensor on the front door handles. But the car's menu settings seem to have a Convenience all windows DOWN feature also. Does anyone know how to activate this feature? I tried pressing and holding...

I'll probably rotate them around 10k miles. Front to back/back to front. Great idea with the excess wear warranty. I think if you didn't get it, you have to make sure the tires are at least 5/32 tread left.

I got my car 6 days ago and started charging at work. One day, I came out to my car about 20 minutes after it finished charging and found that someone parked next to my car and removed the plug/charger and plugged it in into his (her?) car. My car was locked the whole time. I thought it was...