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Volkswagen's iconic badge has just been changed forever, with its new ID. Polo GTI hot hatch going electric-only.
There is no official news on whether the ID. Polo GTI will launch in Australia, but it is likely to be on the brand’s radar, particularly in light of increasing New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) penalties.
Volkswagen Australia has been contacted for comment.
It will start from the equivalent of around $65,000 in Germany, but expect it to be more expensive than that figure Down Under. It is about $15,000 more expensive than the standard ID. Polo recently unveiled in Europe.
The car’s electric motor setup produces 166kW and 290Nm, enabling it to shift from 0-100km/h in less than seven seconds. This is more power than the outgoing petrol-powered Polo GTI, which produces 147kW and 320Nm.
It is equipped with a 52kWh battery, offering a driving range of up to 424km, according to WLTP standards. This is the same unit found in the range-topping ID. Polo, offering 30km less range than in that car.
It is capable of charging at 105kW via a DC charger, meaning 10-to-80 per cent fill-ups take roughly 24 minutes.
The car adheres to VW's new design philosophy, with more physical buttons located on the steering wheel and centre console.
The brand has included several interior elements to maintain a GTI feel for the car, despite its lack of internal combustion power.
There is a 10.25-inch digital driver display, which can be changed into the style of the Mk 1 Golf in a nod to the first generation of the car. Elsewhere in the cabin is a 12.9-inch central touchscreen, which also gets the Mk 1 Golf retro add-ons
The news comes after the brand launched the standard version of its ID. Polo late last month, with the GTI going on sale later this year.
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