The EV will initially be available as the Life Launch Edition and Style Launch Edition, while the regular production models are scheduled to go on sale on 10 September. The model is available with two battery sizes, offering net capacities of 37 kWh and 52 kWh, and three power outputs of 116 PS, 135 PS and 211 PS. Depending on the version, the WLTP range reaches up to 281 miles (452 kilometres).
Launch editions are available with the 52 kWh battery and 211 PS, while a 37 kWh Life Launch Edition with 135 PS will be offered from existing stock only. Volkswagen says all 52 kWh variants with 211 PS qualify for the UK government’s £1,500 Electric Car Grant.
The series-production range includes Life and Style trim levels. Standard equipment on the Life model includes parking sensors, a rear-view camera, a 12.9-inch infotainment display, wireless smartphone charging, AppConnect and a height-adjustable boot floor. The Style trim adds IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights, illuminated Volkswagen logos and front light bar, ID.Light ambient lighting, 18-inch alloy wheels and sports comfort front seats.
The launch editions receive additional equipment. The Life Launch Edition features two-zone climate control, heated front seats and a heated multifunction steering wheel. The Style Launch Edition adds a panoramic glass roof, massage front seats, an Area View camera system, Travel Assist, Park Assist Pro and rear privacy glass.
In addition to the UK, the new base version can also be ordered in other European countries, such as Germany, France and the Netherlands.
The ID. Polo is the first Volkswagen ID. model to use a front-wheel-drive version of the MEB+ platform. According to the manufacturer, the packaging enables a flat floor and a spacious interior despite the vehicle’s compact dimensions. The five-seat hatchback offers up to 441 litres of luggage capacity, increasing to 1,240 litres with the rear seats folded, exceeding the boot capacity of both the current ID.3 and Golf.
vwpress.co.uk, volkswagen.co.uk (configurator)
