Volkswagen ID. Polo

Much more than a city car

Words by Mark Slack

Volkswagen has revealed the new ID. Polo and thus the all-electric version of one of the most successful models in its history. With over 20 million sold, the Polo is now entering a new chapter. Developed in Wolfsburg, VW says the ID. Polo combines clear design, generous space and high quality with an attractive entry-level price starting from £21,690 euros (in Germany). A range3 of up to 282 miles and the new Connected Travel Assist, including automatic traffic light recognition, onepedal driving and vehicletoload function that turns the ID. Polo into a mobile power source for devices such as ebikes. 

The ID. Polo will be available with 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 battery. This battery can be charged from 10 to 80 per cent 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 a 52 kWh battery that enables ranges of up to 454 km and can be charged from 10 to 80 per cent in about 24 minutes at DC stations.

The ID. Polo is available in Germany in the three equipment lines: Trend – entry-level version with features such as LED headlights incl. main-beam control, Digital Cockpit with 10-inch display, a multi-function steering wheel in leatherette and automatic air conditioning.

Life –with adaptive cruise control, 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. 

Style – top-of-the-range version with LED matrix headlights, illuminated VW logo at the front and rear, steering wheel and seat heating, as well as two-zone automatic air conditioning, are also part of the premium equipment. 

Prices, specification and availability for the UK will be confirmed soon.

Words by Mark Slack