VW ID. Polo For 25,000 Euros? (Video) - CleanTechnica

The article discusses Volkswagen’s upcoming ID. Polo electric vehicle (EV), expected to enter production in 2026 with a starting price around €25,000. This compact EV will offer two battery sizes and three power outputs, including a GTI version with 166 kW motor output capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in about 7 seconds. The vehicle is anticipated to use a 400-volt system architecture with a roughly 50 kWh battery pack. While the base model is front-wheel drive, there is some preference expressed for rear-wheel drive. Charging details remain unclear, but the charging port may be positioned to be compatible with Tesla’s Supercharging network. The ID. Polo represents Volkswagen’s strategic push to capture more of the European EV market with a small, affordable, and engaging electric vehicle. Although the base model is aimed at Europe, speculation suggests only the GTI version might be introduced in the U.S. market. The article highlights the global nature of the