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Volkswagen is presenting the new ID. Polo and thus the all-electric version of one of the most successful models in its history. Sold over 20 million times, the Polo is now entering a new chapter – completely reimagined and systematically geared towards the future. Developed in Wolfsburg, the ID. Polo combines clear design, generous space and high quality with an attractive entry-level price starting from 24,995 euros (in Germany). The small car also sets technological standards: with a WLTP range of up to 454 km and the new Connected Travel Assist, including automatic traffic light recognition, efficient one-pedal driving or vehicle-to-load function that turns the ID. Polo into a mobile power source for devices such as e-bikes. Pre-sales of the new ID. Polo already start today, Wednesday (in Germany).

Thomas Schäfer, Member of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG, CEO of the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand and Head of the Brand Group Core: “The ID. Polo brings a Volkswagen bestseller into the electric age. For decades, the Polo has been part of people’s everyday lives. With the ID. Polo, we are making electric mobility accessible to many more people: with clear and timeless design, intuitive operation, strong quality and technologies from higher segments. A genuine Volkswagen just like our customers expect from us.” 

Range of up to 454 km, DC quick charging always standard. The ID. Polo will be available with a new efficient front-wheel drive and in three output levels with 85 kW (116 PS), 99 kW (135 PS) and 155 kW (211 PS). The 85 kW and 99 kW versions will be equipped as standard with a 37 kWh (net) LFP (lithium iron phosphate) version of the new high-voltage battery. This battery can be charged from 10 to 80% in about 23 minutes at DC quick-charging stations and offers a range of up to 329 km. The 155 kW drive is powered by an NMC (nickel-manganese-cobalt battery) variant, offers an energy content of 52 kWh (net), enables ranges of up to 454 km and can be charged from 10 to 80% in about 24 minutes at DC stations.

Dimensions – compact, spacious and suitable for everyday use. The new ID. Polo is 4,053 mm long, 1,816 mm wide and 1,530 mm high. The wheelbase is 2,600 mm. Compared with the model with combustion engine, the ID. Polo impresses with significantly better space utilisation thanks to MEB+. One example of this is the large luggage compartment volume, which has grown by 25 per cent – from 351 to 441 litres. When the rear seat backrests are folded down, the load capacity increases to 1,240 litres (conventional Polo: 1,125 litres). This extra space makes the five-seater ID. Polo more of an all-rounder than any of its predecessors, specialising not only in urban life but also effortlessly mastering everyday use with friends and family.

Pure Positive – elegant, timeless and clear. The new ID. Polo is the first production model to completely follow the new Volkswagen Pure Positive design language of Chief Designer Andreas Mindt. The result is a compact car with clear proportions, iconic design features such as the C-pillar derived from the first Golf, a likeable front end and a powerful rear that has a very high-quality, timeless and charismatic appearance. The new model is immediately recognisable as a genuine Volkswagen and reflects its technological progress with a modern light design.

Feel good – at home on the road. The new Pure Positive design language also characterises the interior of the ID. Polo with its intelligent interior architecture, high-quality materials and excellent ergonomics. The loving attention to detail is evident in specification-dependent details such as elegant decorative seams in the door trims and the integration of small ‘Volkswagen’ badges as a finishing touch for these attractive seams.

The new cockpit landscape is particularly striking in the ID. Polo. The Digital Cockpit with a diagonal of 26.0 cm (10 inches) is arranged on the visual axis. The touch display of the new Innovision infotainment system (with a diagonal of 32.77 cm/13 inches) is located centrally in the dash panel and is easy to reach for both the driver and front passenger. It has the appearance of a high-quality tablet in terms of size and is very precise in its graphical representation. The high-quality overall impression is rounded off by clearly designed and ideally accessible controls, modern displays and graphics, as well as innovative features such as the ‘retro display’, which bring a touch of nostalgia to the digital instruments (look & feel of the Golf I facelift).

Assist systems: Connected Travel Assist with traffic light recognition. Thanks to MEB+ and new software, the ID. Polo comes with a host of modern assist systems as standard. As an option, the next generation of Travel Assist supports assisted longitudinal and lateral guidance and also reacts to traffic lights (within the system limits) – a first in this class. One-pedal driving is also available as standard, allowing vehicle deceleration through regulation of the accelerator pedal alone.

The ID. Polo is available in the three equipment lines Trend, Life and Style:

Trend – entry-level version with DC quick-charging function. The ID. Polo Trend is equipped as standard with a 90 kW DC quick-charging function. In addition, assist systems such as Side Assist and Lane Assist (incl. Emergency Assist) are part of the standard equipment. Always on board are features such as LED headlights incl. main-beam control, the Digital Cockpit with 10-inch display, the 13-inch Innovision infotainment system, a multifunction steering wheel in leatherette and automatic air conditioner.

Life – comfort equipment with Adaptive Cruise Control. The ID. Polo Life will be launched as the second equipment level. It is fitted as standard with assist systems such as Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), a rear view camera system, Park Distance Control (front) and FronT-Cross Traffic Assist. An automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror and electrically folding exterior mirrors with memory function additionally ensure greater convenience. Digital features such as voice control, App Connect for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well as an inductive charging function for smartphones are also standard. In addition, there is a variable luggage compartment floor for even more convenient use of the large luggage compartment.

Style – top-of-the-range version with IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights. In addition to the features of the Trend and Life equipment levels, the ID. Polo Style also comes with state-of-the-art lighting technology in the form of the IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights with illuminated LED light strip, 3D LED tail light clusters and illuminated VW logo at the front and rear. The interior is characterised by sport comfort seats, background lighting and high-quality materials. Functions such as steering wheel and seat heating as well as two-zone automatic air conditioner are also part of the premium equipment. An additional innovation is an improved version of ID. Light on board the ID. Polo Style. This provides assistance with visual information in everyday driving, for example, navigation instructions or the charging status. The light strip is now also continued into the front doors for the first time and thus has new functions. For example, the system can warn of approaching road users before the door is opened.

Optional equipment – features from higher segments. The optional equipment for the new ID. Polo includes exceptional features for this class, such as a high-end sound system from Harman Kardon with 425 watts of music output, ten speakers including centre speaker for clear voice transmission and a subwoofer. Also available as an option: a large panoramic glass roof. One new feature in this segment is the pneumatic massage function for the electrically adjustable 12-way front seats. Three massage programmes are available – a luxury-class feature in a compact-class car. The electrically adjustable driver seat is also equipped with a memory function.

Power to go: vehicle-to-load as standard. As one of the first Volkswagen models, the ID. Polo can now supply power to external devices (up to 3.6 kW). This turns the vehicle into a power socket on the road – for example, for e-bikes or outdoor equipment. Charging is possible using a 230 V socket in the interior and – with a separate adapter – also via the mode 3 connection of the charging socket.

ID. Polo available to order now. In Germany, pre-sales of the new ID. Polo start today, Wednesday. At the market launch the all-electric compact model will be available with one motor variant. Prices start from 33,795 euros for the ID. Polo Life with 155 kW (211 PS) and 52 kWh battery. The base version at a price of 24,995 euros and further drive and equipment variants will follow in the summer.

Brand Group Core – Exploiting synergies. The new ID. Polo exemplifies the successful cooperation within the Core brand group (with its Volkswagen, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, SEAT/CUPRA and Škoda brands) and demonstrates a new technical level for entry-level electric models in Europe. Erwin Gabardi, Head of Product Management and Strategy of the Volkswagen brand and Brand Group Core: "We have made the most of our multi-brand collaboration and the models show that scaling and high synergies do not mean compromise, but affordable electric mobility and the democratization of features from higher segments."

Article source: www.volkswagen-newsroom.com

01. ID. Polo (155 kW) - Combined power consumption 14.6-13.3 kWh/100 km; combined CO₂ emissions 0 g/km; CO₂ class: A

02. Near-production concept car. The model is not yet available for sale

03. Range determined on the rolling road test bed in accordance with the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) in the most range-favourable equipment variant. The actual WLTP range values may differ depending on the equipment. The actual range achieved under real conditions varies depending on the driving style, speed, use of comfort features or auxiliary equipment, outside temperature, number of passengers/load and topography

04. Provisional forecast value

Everything is new in the ID.3 Neo! The successor to the ID.3 is celebrating its world premiere with a new name and has been extensively enhanced and upgraded. The exterior features include a new vehicle front design based on Volkswagen’s “Pure Positive” design language and a new light design. The interior impresses with a redesigned cockpit landscape with intuitive controls, embedded in interior materials at the level of the next-higher class. The new efficient drive system of the ID.3 Neo – combined with the largest of the three available batteries – additionally enables ranges of up to 630 km (WLTP). Pre-sales of the electric compact model will start in Germany and many European markets tomorrow, Thursday, 16 April 2026.

Martin Sander, Member of the Board of Management responsible for Sales, Marketing and After Sales: “We have developed the new vehicle generation based on the motto ‘True Volkswagen’ and have consistently placed the benefits for our customers at the centre of our actions. In addition to the long range, models such as the ID.3 Neo impress with a superior, timeless design that provides long-lasting pleasure, high quality for a noticeably first-class driving experience and technical perfection that can always be relied on. This is complemented by particularly intuitive operation, which makes everyday driving easier and more convenient”.

In addition to many standard assist systems (such as Lane Assist, Front Assist and the turning brake function), the electric compact model has been given a bandwidth of new functions thanks to the latest software generation. These include, for example, the enhanced Connected Travel Assist with traffic light recognition (optional) as well as one-pedal driving, where the vehicle recuperates until it comes to a standstill. In addition, as with all new ID. models, it is now possible to supply power to external devices – from electric barbeques to e-bikes – with an output of up to 3.6 kW directly from the high-voltage battery using the vehicle-to-load function.

New design clarity. The exterior of the ID.3 Neo reflects the True Volkswagen philosophy in the form of newly designed vehicle front end with a continuous light strip and illuminated logo. The design reflects the Volkswagen “Pure Positive” design language defined by Andreas Mindt, Chief Designer of the brand and Group. As with classic Volkswagen compact models, the roof, rear spoiler and boot lid are painted in the vehicle colour, which makes the ID.3 Neo appear longer, flatter and more dynamic.

High-quality, clear, intuitive operation – 100% Volkswagen. As soon as the doors of the ID.3 Neo are opened, it is obvious that the new model is characterised by a completely new level of quality and clarity. This can be seen in the high-quality materials that have a pleasant feel, the clear horizontal layout of lines and surfaces, new ergonomic and self-explanatory controls, easy-to-grip buttons and intuitive controllers for central functions. The multifunction steering wheel has also been completely redesigned with a rim that is flattened at the top and bottom and clearly structured button panels. The new Infotainment system (Innovision) with 26.0-cm (10.25-inch) Digital Cockpit and a 32.8-cm (12.9-inch) central display impresses with its fluid graphics and easy operation.

New high-efficiency drive. The drive system of the ID.3 Neo is a new development. It offers higher torque and lower consumption than the previous motors. As a result, ranges of up to 630 km (WLTP) are possible in the ID.3 Neo. At the launch, the new model will be available in three equipment lines (Trend, Life and Style) and with three power outputs, as well as three different battery sizes. The three electric drive motors develop an output of 125 kW (170 PS), 140 kW (190 PS) and 170 kW (231 PS). The 125-kW version is paired with a battery with an energy content of 50 kWh (net). It is the standard configuration of the ID.3 Neo Trend. The ID.3 Neo Life and ID.3 Neo Style will also be optionally configurable with a 58-kWh battery (net) and 140 kW as well as a 79- kWh battery (net) with 170 kW. The batteries with an energy content of 50 and 58 kWh have a DC charging capacity of up to 105 kW at a constant high level at DC quick-charging stations, while the 79 kWh version has a charging capacity of up to 183 kW.

Additional services. The new ID. models have the new Innovision Infotainment system on board. A new app store has also been integrated into the In-Car Shop of the new infotainment system, which allows functions and services to be activated or extended digitally, flexibly and on a vehicle-specific basis. As with a smartphone, popular apps from areas such as audio, video streaming, parking, charging and gaming are available for download here.

Many equipment options. The optional equipment includes an augmented reality head-up display, a large panoramic sunroof, 360-degree Area View, a massage and memory function for the front seats, a premium sound system from Harman Kardon, the memory function for Park Assist Pro and a removable bracket for mounting a bicycle carrier for tow bars (up to 75-kg tow bar load).

Article source: www.volkswagen-newsroom.com

02. Range determined on the rolling road test bed in accordance with the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) in the most range-favourable equipment variant. The actual WLTP range values may differ depending on the equipment. The actual range achieved under real conditions varies depending on the driving style, speed, use of comfort features or auxiliary equipment, outside temperature, number of passengers/load and topography

03. ID.3 Neo (125 kW) - Combined power consumption 13.9-14.9 kWh/100 km; combined CO₂ emissions 0 g/km; CO₂ class: A

04. ID.3 Neo (140 kW) - Combined power consumption 13.9-14.9 kWh/100 km; combined CO₂ emissions 0 g/km; CO₂ class: A

05. ID.3 Neo (170 kW) - Combined power consumption 14.4-15.7 kWh/100 km; combined CO₂ emissions 0 g/km; CO₂ class: A

06. Maximum possible charging capacity. The charging behaviour of different charging stations can differ, even if their kW capacity is the same. In addition to a charging station’s kW output, the maximum charge current also influences the amount of energy that flows. Furthermore, the ambient temperature, battery temperature and charge level influence the maximum possible charging capacity. The specified maximum charging capacity is calculated under WLTP conditions at a temperature of approx. 23 °C and a charge level from five per cent. If these variables change, the charging capacity may deviate from the specified standard value

Volkswagen has developed a new full hybrid drive that combines temporary electric driving with high efficiency and a long range. The new drive system is scheduled to be used in the Golf Hybrid and T-Roc Hybrid from the fourth quarter of the year. The new hybrid models are not dependent on charging cables and charging infrastructure: the energy for the electric drive phases is recovered on board these Volkswagen models by means of recuperation and using a turbocharged petrol engine in combination with a generator. The new full hybrid system will in future be offered in two output levels and offers reduced fuel consumption compared with a mild hybrid drive. Volkswagen will present the details of the new drive system in the Austrian capital Vienna as part of the International Vienna Motor Symposium (22 to 24 April 2026).

The full hybrid drive offers numerous advantages: compared with a simpler mild hybrid, it enables a higher proportion of electric driving and thus lower emissions and consumption values as well as reduced fuel costs. In comparison with an externally rechargeable plug-in hybrid drive, the purchase costs of the full hybrid are lower, and it requires no charging infrastructure. Taking the Golf as an example, the new hybrid system can be identified by the designation ‘Hybrid’ and closes the gap here between the mild hybrid, which is already available as ‘eTSI’, and the plug-in hybrids. These can be ordered in the Golf under the label ‘eHybrid’ or as a sporty GTE. Volkswagen is thus using an even wider spectrum of electrified drive systems, enabling it to offer a suitable drive solution for every usage scenario and every customer in addition to the all-electric ID.models.

Innovative hybrid module. The new hybrid drive powers the front axle. Its fundamental components are the hybrid module, the turbocharged petrol engine (TSI) and the lithium-ion battery. The hybrid module includes, among other things, an electric motor as the drive motor, a second electric motor as a generator, power electronics, a differential and a one-speed gearbox as well as an electronically controlled multiplate clutch with its own control unit, which is used to engage and disengage the TSI in the drive train. An electric A/C compressor and an electric brake servo are also integrated in the front end. The high-voltage battery, matched to the hybrid drive with NMC cells and with a capacity of 1.6 kWh (gross) usual for HEV vehicles, is integrated into the vehicle floor at the rear of both the Golf and 
the T-Roc.

Three operating modes. Volkswagen has designed the interaction between the turbocharged petrol engine (1.5 TSI evo2), two electric motors and high-voltage battery to achieve a good balance of efficiency, dynamics and comfort. The electric motor responsible for the drive power replaces or supports the turbocharged petrol engine in all those phases in which it offers additional efficiency. For example, the Golf Hybrid and T-Roc Hybrid therefore often run on electric power alone, making them very quiet when moving off, at low speeds and thus in urban traffic.

The drive system offers three operating modes that are automatically activated by the vehicle depending on the usage profile:

• Propulsion by electric motor – driving at low speeds powered using the electric motor alone, the TSI is switched off.
• Serial drive – electric motor plus generator: driving with electric motor. The TSI is active but decoupled in order to generate energy for the electric motor via a generator in an optimal operating window and thus extend the electric range.
• Parallel drive – petrol engine and electric motor – the TSI is active as the primary drive system from around 60 km/h on country roads and motorways; the electric motor supports the turbocharged engine, for example, as a booster when accelerating. 

Three driving profiles. The driver will be able to choose between three driving profiles on board the new Golf Hybrid and T-Roc Hybrid: Eco, Comfort and Sport. In the Eco driving profile, the maximum system output is limited to 70 per cent and the boost function is deactivated to reduce energy consumption. The Comfort profile does not limit the system output and allows boosting. In the Sport driving profile, the sporty characteristics are achieved by the drive changing earlier to serial mode so that full power is made available quickly.

Article source: www.volkswagen-newsroom.com

Enhanced batteries and vehicle-to-load capabilities are just two of the highlights among a raft of improvements for the Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5.

Selected trims in the ID.4 and ID.5 ranges are now available with batteries that have more net capacity, greater power output and longer ranges than previously. The ID.4 Pro 4MOTION variants, for example, now offer a punchier power output of 299 PS along with an even more generous range of up to 341 miles (WLTP combined). The batteries in sporty GTX versions for both models now have a smaller net capacity, but maintain the same potent power levels and – thanks to efficiencies elsewhere – gain a few extra miles of potential range. What’s more, all changes to standard specification come with little or no extra cost.

V2L and bi-directional charging among other changes
Vehicle-to-load (V2L) and bi-directional charging capabilities are among other enhancements to the Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5. When used with one of two new optional adapters, V2L turns the vehicles’ charge points into sources of electricity for other appliances, for instance when camping or using power tools.

Other changes for all ID.4 and ID.5 trims include physical buttons on steering wheels, Traffic Assist now also with Front Cross to help safeguard pedestrians and cyclists, improved One Infotainment and driver attention monitoring systems, and faster inductive phone charging – up from five to 15 Watts. Two more useful enhancements are a more efficient heat pump (optional) and, for ID.4 Pro 4MOTION variants only, an increase in the trailer load limit from 1,200 kg to 1,800 kg (braked 12 per cent).

The entry-level Pure Essential trims for both models gain larger 19-inch steel wheels, while the Pure Match trims are fitted with an electric tailgate as standard. An additional 230-volt power socket is also available as an option across both model ranges.

The ID.4 was Volkswagen’s first fully-electric SUV – and the brand’s first global electric vehicle – when it was launched in 2021. In April that year it was named World Car of the Year following input from more than 90 international motoring journalists in 24 countries. Eight trim levels are currently available in the UK: Pure Essential, Pure Match, Pro Essential, Pro Match, Pro Black Edition, Pro Match 4MOTION, Pro Black Edition 4MOTION and GTX Edition 4MOTION.

The ID.5 was launched in the UK early in 2022; it was Volkswagen’s first electric SUV-coupé and the first Volkswagen to feature USBPD (power delivery) ports. Located in the passenger area, these can be used to charge devices such as laptops with up to 45 Watts of power. Five trim levels are currently available in the UK: Pure Match, Pro Essential, Pro Match, Pro Black Edition and GTX Edition 4MOTION.

Prices for the ID.4 and ID.5 start from £36,995 (OTR RRP inc VAT). The technical specification changes being introduced mean that Volkswagen UK must now re-apply for these models to be eligible for the Government’s Electric Car Grant; qualification for this will be confirmed in due course.

Article source: www.vwpress.co.uk