Key highlights
- Volkswagen Polo EV, aka ID Polo, revealed globally
- Gets two battery packs: 37 kWh and 52 kWh, 454 km range
- Debuts the new Pure Positive design language
Volkswagen has revealed its first-ever all-electric Polo hatchback in the international market, called ID Polo. Check out its complete details below, and read whether it will come to India or not.
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Everything to know about the Volkswagen ID Polo
Design and platform
The all-new ID Polo is based on the Pure Positive design language of the brand. The car measures 4,053 mm in length, 1,816 mm in width, and 1,530 mm in height. It is based on the MEB+ platform, which is an 800V architecture.
In terms of design, the ID Polo draws inspiration from the original Gold Mark 1. The front profile features a sleek design with full-width connected LED lights and an illuminated logo. The bumper features a streamlined design with vertical air dams on the extreme ends.
On the side, it boasts clean creases and flared wheel arches with alloy wheels available up to 19 inches. The C-pillar looks identical to the Golf, while boasting an integrated door handle for the rear doors. The ID Polo packs conventional door handles to pass the new Chinese guidelines.
The rear profile of the ID Polo has a streamlined design with the wraparound connected LED taillights and an illuminated VW logo. The rear bumper is also simple in design, as it packs a clean outlook with small air dams for aerodynamic efficiency.
Interior and features
On the inside, the ID Polo features a simplistic design with a light theme. The dashboard features a two-spoke steering wheel with physical controls, while the large 13-inch floating infotainment screen offers features like wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, OTA updates, etc.
The 10-inch digital driver display is another interesting bit. It has an analogue design with twin digital needles for speedometer and battery/electric motor power consumption. The retro layout of these dials is inspired by the first-generation Golf. However, customers can configure the layout of the driver console as per their taste.
On the features front, the ID Polo comes loaded with top comfort, convenience, and safety features. It gets 12-way powered front seats with ventilation, a dual-zone AC, ambient lighting, a rear camera, adaptive cruise control, vehicle-to-load charging, and more.
Customers can also opt for the optional features, like a 10-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, a fixed glass roof, electric seats with massage and memory feature, etc.
Battery specs, range, and charging
The new ID Polo will be offered with a 37 kWh and a 52 kWh NMC battery pack. The 37 kWh battery pack will be further offered in two states of tune: 116 bhp and 135 bhp. It can deliver a WLTP-claimed range of up to 329 km. In terms of charging, it supports up to 90 kW of DC charging, which can juice it 10-80% in 23 minutes.
On the other hand, the 52 kWh NMC battery pack is equipped with 211 bhp, while offering up to 454 km of range. It supports up to 105 kW DC charging, which can charge it 10-80% in 24 minutes.
Volkswagen has also revealed that it will launch a powerful GTI version in the future. It will offer 226 bhp and cosmetic updates inspired by the GTI models.
India launch details
Volkswagen will commence the deliveries of the ID Polo internationally in May 2026. It is priced at approximately Rs 27.76 lakh in Europe. The ID Polo is unlikely to be launched in India as of now, but the future plans for India might include it.
