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Volkswagen Debuts China-Focused ID. UNYX 08 Electric SUV, Reported First With Xpeng

Production is slated for the first half of 2026 under VW’s local development push.

Overview

  • China’s MIIT catalog lists the five-seat SUV at 5.00 m long, 1.95 m wide and 1.69 m high with a 3.03 m wheelbase.
  • Powertrains include a 230 kW rear-drive setup or all-wheel drive adding a 140 kW front motor for up to 370 kW combined, with a 200 km/h limiter.
  • An LFP battery supplied by CATL and an 800‑volt architecture are specified, with a claimed CLTC range of up to 700 km and no charging rate disclosed.
  • Outlets cite this as the first model jointly developed under VW’s partnership with Xpeng, though platform specifics have not been officially confirmed.
  • The model is positioned for China only, with pricing unannounced and interior tech to include L2++ driver assistance, an AI 3D avatar and OTA updates.