Volkswagen Takes the Risk of a 100% Electric Polo
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- 06/09/2025 18:04
At Volkswagen, it’s time to return to the fundamentals with the Polo in a 100% electric version.
After several years marked by the “ID.” range and its numerical designations, the German brand chooses to reconnect with one of its most iconic names: the Polo. Starting in 2026, the cult city car will reinvent itself in a 100% electric version under the name ID. Polo.
This choice is not trivial. While the ID.3 and ID.4 have proven their technical qualities, their numerical designations have remained too cold and impersonal to appeal to the general public. In contrast, the Polo is one of those models that transcends generations and leaves a mark in people’s memories. Whether it be a student’s first car, a loyal urban companion, or a small sporty GTI, the Polo immediately evokes a story.
Polo, a name that resonates with drivers
Volkswagen wants to capitalize on this emotional strength. Thomas Schäfer, the head of the brand, explains it clearly: “Our models are firmly rooted in people’s minds.” By becoming ID. Polo, the city car retains its identity while entering the electric era. And the lineage will be fully embraced with the future ID. Polo GTI, a sporty version that promises to combine thrills and electrons.
Beyond the name, this new generation also announces a reimagined experience onboard. The manufacturer has listened to the criticisms: a return to physical controls on the steering wheel and dashboard, ensuring simplicity and user comfort.
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With the ID. Polo, Volkswagen is not just launching a new electric city car. It is giving a familiar face back to its zero-emission lineup and demonstrating that electric can also be synonymous with attachment and passion. The Polo, once a symbol of accessibility and reliability, is about to write a new chapter… electric, but still decidedly Volkswagen.
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