Overview
- Near‑undisguised prototypes show the ID. Polo and hotter GTI with unique bumpers, side skirts, larger two‑tone wheels, extended spoiler, and red brake calipers.
- All variants use a front‑mounted motor on the MEB+ platform, with standard outputs of roughly 114 hp, 133 hp, and 208 hp, and the GTI at about 223 hp.
- Two batteries are planned: a 37 kWh LFP pack for lower‑power trims and a 52 kWh NMC pack for higher‑output models and the GTI, with up to 450 km WLTP quoted.
- VW has confirmed DC fast charging up to 130 kW, with reporting indicating the smaller 37 kWh pack may charge at up to 90 kW, and the ID. Polo debuts a revised cabin with larger displays and more physical controls.
- Volkswagen says production for the electric GTI is set for 2026, while reports suggest the larger 52 kWh pack could be the only launch option, potentially pushing the €25,000 entry price to late 2026 or early 2027.