VW will reportedly unveil a concept version of its upcoming entry-level EV
at the Frankfurt Motor Show this September. The most affordable electric VW
will slot underneath the ID 3 in the range and is expected to carry a price tag
under 20,000 euros (US$ 23,400). It will be similar in
size to the Polo supermini and will probably be named the ID.1, with the ID.2
moniker likely reserved for an upcoming compact electric SUV.
Previous reports said that the ED.1 will be marketed as a modern-day
“people’s car” together with the also electric compact crossover, which is
slated for 2023 or 2024. Pre-orders for the new ID.3 have started today, with
the company accepting deposits of € 1,000. VW targets a base price of
under € 30,000 in Germany, before subsidies. The first EVs to follow
it into production will be larger models, based on the Crozz, Buzz, Vizzion and
Roomzz concepts, with the more affordable members of the ID family to show up
later.
