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In short: The VW ID. Polo is Volkswagen's new entry-level EV. It premiered and went on pre-sale on 29 April 2026. The base version with a 37 kWh LFP battery starts at €24,995 with up to 334 km of range. The top version with 155 kW and a 52 kWh battery reaches up to 454 km and costs from €33,795. It is 4.05 m long with a 441–1,240 litre boot.
Versions
| Version | Power | Battery | WLTP range | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trend | 85 or 99 kW | 37 kWh LFP | up to 334 km | €24,995 |
| Life / Style | 85 or 99 kW | 37 kWh LFP | up to 334 km | €29,195 |
| Life | 155 kW | 52 kWh NMC | up to 454 km | €33,795 |
Batteries and charging
- LFP (37 kWh): cheaper, cobalt-free and durable; charges at up to 90 kW DC, 10–80% in about 23 minutes.
- NMC (52 kWh): more energy and range; 10–80% in about 24 minutes.
- V2L: powers external devices with up to 3.6 kW.
Interior and assistance
The cabin offers a roughly 10-inch digital cluster and a 13-inch touchscreen, with physical buttons back for key functions. The optional Connected Travel Assist can detect traffic lights, but the driver remains responsible at all times. Unlike earlier ID models, the motor drives the front wheels. The 37 kWh battery is offered with 85 kW (116 PS) or 99 kW (135 PS), and AC charging at home runs at up to 11 kW, enough to fill the battery overnight. Running costs are low if you mostly charge at home, while public fast charging can be considerably more expensive.
Key terms
- MEB+: Volkswagen Group's upgraded EV platform.
- WLTP: standard test cycle; real range is lower in winter and on motorways.
Demand and rivals
According to Volkswagen, the urban EV family had about 70,000 orders by July 2026, around 25,000 of them for the ID. Polo. Rivals include the Renault 5 E-Tech, the Citroën ë-C3 and Chinese models. A step up is the Audi A2 e-tron.
Buying advice
The 37 kWh Trend is ideal for city driving and commuting. Choose the 52 kWh version for regular longer trips. Check current incentives with your dealer. See our autumn 2026 EV overview and the VW section.
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