New Volkswagen ID Polo EV Revealed With 454 km Range

Volkswagen has finally introduced the new VW ID Polo, which is an all-electric version of the Polo hatchback. Based on the Volkswagen Group’s MEB+ platform, the pre-sales of the electric hatch has already been commenced in global markets. The new Volkswagen Polo electric is available at a starting price of 25,000 euros (approximately Rs 27.76 lakh).

VW ID Polo Key Details

Dimensions: the new ID. Polo measures 4053mm in length, 1816mm in width and 1530mm in height, and the wheelbase is 2600mm. Thanks to the MEB+ platform, the new model offers improved cabin space and bigger boot than the ICE derivative. It has a boot space of 441-litres, which is 90-litres higher than the conventional Polo. The boot space can be increased by up to 1240-litres by folding the second-row seats. 

Design Highlights: the new ID. Polo features the brand’s timeless design with connected LED headlights with eyelid-esque DRLs and an illuminated VW logo in the centre. The lower bumper houses an air-dam flanked by vertically placed air intakes. It gets prominent creases and flared fenders, while the C-pillar design is inspired by the original Golf. The top-spec model rides on 19-inch alloy wheels. At the back, the hatchback gets a wraparound LED light bar with an illuminated VW motif, and a prominent roof spoiler.

Key Features of Volkswagen ID Polo

13-inch infotainment unit
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay 
Automatic AC
Wireless charging pad
Heated two-spoke steering wheel
10-inch digital driver’s display
Dual-zone climate control
Ambient lighting
Leatherette upholstery
Rearview camera
Auto-dimming IRVM
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
10-speaker Harman Kardon sound system
Fixed panoramic glass roof
12-way powered front seats with massage and memory function
Adaptive cruise control

Battery Specs and Range

The VW ID Polo is available with 37kWh and 52kWh NMC battery packs, coupled with 290Nm front-axle-mounted electric motors. The lower-spec model is offered with two power outputs - 116hp and 135hp. The 37kWh battery is claimed to offer a range of up to 329km. It supports up to 90kW DC charging, which charges the battery from 10 to 80% in around 23 minutes.

The Polo electric’s 52kWh unit offers 211hp of power, and a sportier GTI variant with 226hp power is also under development. This model offers a range of up to 454km, and supports up to 105kW DC charger. The battery can achieve 10-80 percent charging status in 24 minutes.