Volkswagen reveals the first electric GTI, a 222 hp EV hot hatch for $45,000 [Images]
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- Volkswagen unveiled the ID. Polo GTI, a 222‑hp electric hot hatch priced at about $45,000.
- ID. Polo GTI is powered by a 52 kWh nickel‑manganese‑cobalt battery, delivering a WLTP range of up to 424 km and DC fast‑charging at up to 105 kW (10‑80 % in ~24 min).
- Volkswagen equipped the GTI with a front differential lock, adaptive DCC sports suspension, progressive steering, and a design featuring a full‑width red stripe and IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights.
- ID. Polo GTI offers 19 mm more interior space than the gasoline‑powered Polo GTI and a cargo volume of up to 1,240 L with rear seats folded.
- Florian Umbach told Autocar that a higher‑performance ID. Polo GTI Clubsport model is planned.
Why it matters: At $45,000, the ID. Polo GTI gives buyers a premium EV hot hatch with 222 hp and a 424 km range, expanding Volkswagen’s EV lineup and pressuring rivals in the performance‑compact segment.
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