Volkswagen has opened German pre-sales for the Volkswagen ID. Polo with a 37-kWh net battery at €24,995. The Trend pairs an 85 kW (116 PS) motor with up to 334 km of WLTP range, while Volkswagen also offers a 99 kW (135 PS) output with the same battery. Standard 90 kW DC charging takes the pack from 10 to 80 percent in about 23 minutes.
Volkswagen opened German orders on 16 July 2026 and UK orders later that month, with UK deliveries due in November; the 166 kW GTI arrives in 2027, but the regular car entered Europe during 2026. Volkswagen has not confirmed North American sales.
Volkswagen ID. Polo 37-kWh Specifications
Volkswagen gives the base ID. Polo Trend climate control, two large displays, LED lighting, active safety systems and standard rapid charging. Looking at the data, its B-segment footprint conceals class-above cargo capacity.
| Specification | 37-kWh Volkswagen ID. Polo |
|---|---|
| German list price | €24,995 for Trend; 37-kWh Life and Style range from €29,195 |
| Battery | 37 kWh net, LFP chemistry, cell-to-pack construction |
| Motor | Front-mounted APP290 electric motor |
| Outputs | 85 kW (116 PS) or 99 kW (135 PS) |
| Motor capability | Up to 290 Nm in the APP290 family |
| Drive and transmission | Front-wheel drive, single-speed reduction gear |
| WLTP consumption | 13.3-14.8 kWh/100 km |
| WLTP range | Up to 334 km |
| AC and DC charging | 11 kW AC; up to 90 kW DC |
| DC charging time | About 23 minutes from 10 to 80 percent |
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
| Size | 4,053 x 1,816 x 1,530 mm (159.6 x 71.5 x 60.2 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm (102.4 inches) |
| Kerb weight | From 1,568 kg |
| Luggage volume | 441 litres; 1,243 litres with rear seats folded |
| Drag coefficient | 0.264 Cd |
A 10-to-80 percent session adds 25.9 kWh. Completing it in 23 minutes requires about 67.6 kW on average, below the 90 kW peak. At the official rating, that stop restores up to roughly 234 km.
Why Volkswagen Chose LFP and Front-Wheel Drive
Volkswagen uses LFP battery chemistry to control cost and support frequent charging. Its cathode requires no nickel or cobalt, and LFP cells accept repeated high states of charge well. Lower energy density and weaker cold-weather output explain why Volkswagen reserves NMC chemistry for the 52-kWh pack.
Specifically, the Group unified cell removes intermediate module housings. Volkswagen groups the cells into three compact packs inside a floor casing that stiffens the body. Fewer parts cut mass, volume and cost.
The MEB+ platform places the APP290 motor, gearbox and in-house pulse inverter at the front. Consequently, Volkswagen leaves the rear free of drive hardware. The inverter controls output, recuperation and DC-to-AC conversion.
Volkswagen pairs MacPherson front suspension with a torsion-beam rear axle. Engineers lowered axle natural frequencies by 5 percent against the combustion Polo, while a one-box system coordinates regeneration with four-wheel disc braking. The result targets low cost, useful space and predictable pedal response.
Standard Equipment Adds Real Value
Volkswagen makes the €24,995 figure credible with a strong base specification:
- Trend: 90 kW DC charging, Side Assist, Lane Assist with Emergency Assist, LED headlights with main-beam control, a 10-inch Digital Cockpit, 13-inch infotainment, a leatherette multifunction wheel and automatic air conditioning.
- Life: adaptive cruise control, rear camera, front and rear parking sensors, front cross-traffic assistance, folding mirrors, wireless phone charging, App Connect and a variable boot floor.
- Style: matrix LED headlights, heated front seats and steering wheel, two-zone climate control, sport comfort seats, upgraded cabin lighting and illuminated badges.
In addition, buyers can add a 425-watt, 10-speaker Harman Kardon system, a glass roof or 12-way powered seats with three massage programmes. Small electric cars rarely offer that choice.
More Space Than the Exterior Suggests
By comparison, the electric ID. Polo measures 21 mm shorter, 65 mm wider and 79 mm taller than the combustion Polo. Its wheelbase adds 48 mm, while rear passengers gain 19 mm of legroom. The Volkswagen ID. Polo electric car carries 441-1,243 litres.
From an expert perspective, the empty rear drivetrain area creates the practical win. Some versions tow 1,200 kg on an 8 percent gradient, while the 75 kg tow-ball limit supports an e-bike carrier. Standard Vehicle-to-Load supplies 3.6 kW through an adapter.
