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Volkswagen Unveils Affordable ID.Polo EV Starting at €25,000

12/16/2025

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Volkswagen Group (the automaker) will launch the ID.Polo, an affordable EV, in Spring 2026, with a starting price of €25,000.
It uses a new cell-to-pack battery that increases energy density by 10% and provides a range of up to 450 km.
The ID.Polo will be offered in four variants from 85 kW to 166 kW, including a GTI version.
The MEB+ platform will help reduce costs and energy use.

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Story summary

Volkswagen Group (the automaker) will launch the ID.Polo, an affordable EV, in Spring 2026, with a starting price of €25,000.
It uses a new cell-to-pack battery that increases energy density by 10% and provides a range of up to 450 km.
The ID.Polo will be offered in four variants from 85 kW to 166 kW, including a GTI version.
The MEB+ platform will help reduce costs and energy use.