Volkswagen Polo Returns In Electric Avatar: Debut, Launch Details

Volkswagen has announced a new naming strategy for its future models. The company will use the names of its popular ICE (internal combustion engine) models for its electric ID. lineup as well. Both versions – the electric ID. and conventional drive – will be offered simultaneously. According to the carmaker, the new naming concept will provide better orientation for customers.

Volkswagen ID. Polo Launch In 2026

The first model to come under the new naming strategy will be the Volkswagen ID. Polo, which was previewed as the ID. 2all concept. The electric Volkswagen Polo will go on sale in global markets in 2026, followed by ID. Polo GTI. Both these models will make their first public appearance at the IAA Mobility in Munich, which is scheduled to take place from 8^th to 14^th September, 2025.

Volkswagen ID. Polo and ID. Polo GTI: Design & Dimensions

The ID. Polo and ID. Polo GTI concepts feature colourful camouflage along with sporty alloy wheels, slightly pronounced wheel arches, customized front and rear bumpers, a front diffuser and a split spoiler on the tailgate. Based on the dedicated MEB Entry platform, the ID.Polo measures 4,053mm in length, 1,816mm in width and 1,530mm in height.

Powertrain Details Yet to be Revealed

While the official powertrain specifications of the Volkswagen ID. Polo and ID. Polo GTI are still under the wraps, reports suggest that both models will feature a single electric motor and FWD (front-wheel drive) system. Its power is estimated to be around 223bhp. Volkswagen is also likely to introduce a performance-focused Clubsport variant of the ID. Polo at a later stage.

Volkswagen ID. CROSS Concept to Preview Electric T-Cross

On 7^th September, Volkswagen will unveil an all-new electric compact SUV concept. Called the Volkswagen ID. CROSS Concept, the model will serve as the electric version of the T-Cross and will hit roads towards the end of 2026. All the new ID. concepts will feature “the higher level of quality with soft materials, the intelligent combination of digital and physical controls such as buttons and knobs in the steering wheel and cockpit as well as the intuitive operating concept.”