Volkswagen is preparing to make its mark on 2026 with the ID. Polo, the fully electric successor to its legendary compact car, the Polo. Initially promising “electric mobility for all” with a price tag of around €25,000 ($30,000), the German giant has released a surprising update to its launch strategy.

Battery Crisis and Price Update

Volkswagen may not be able to offer the base model at the initially promised €25,000 price point at launch. According to the German economic newspaper Handelsblatt, this is due to disruptions in the supply of Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries.

• Launch Price: Initially, only the more equipped and powerful versions are expected to be available, therefore the price is expected to start at around €30,000 ($35,000).
• Delay: The more affordable base model (with a 37 kWh battery) is estimated to arrive at dealerships 6 to 9 months later than other versions.

Despite its compact dimensions, the ID. Polo offers surprisingly spacious interiors thanks to Volkswagen’s new MEB+ platform.

Dimensions: At 4.05 meters long, the vehicle has similar exterior dimensions to the current Polo. However, thanks to the compact design of the electric motor, it offers an additional 19 mm of legroom and a massive 435-liter boot capacity.

Charging Performance: In the top versions, it can reach 80% charge from 10% in just 23 minutes.

The most exciting news for Volkswagen enthusiasts is the ID. Polo GTI version. Joining the family towards the end of 2026, this model, with its 166 kW (223 hp) engine, will complete the 0-100 km/h acceleration in under 7 seconds.

When Will It Arrive?
Pre-Orders: Planned to start in Europe at the end of April 2026.

• Delivery: The first deliveries are expected to be made in late summer 2026 (August-September). Turkey Timeline: Entry into the Turkish market is projected to be a few months after the European launch, i.e., the last quarter of 2026 or the beginning of 2027.Volkswagen ID. POLO May Not Be Suitable! Expectations for the affordable electric ID. Polo developed by Volkswagen may not be met in terms of price.