Overview
- Volkswagen presented the ID. Polo GTI on Friday at the Nürburgring 24‑hour event, marking the first time an all‑electric VW carries the GTI badge.
- The front‑motor APP290 drive makes 166 kW (226 PS), fed by a 52‑kWh NMC battery rated up to 424 km on the WLTP test.
- DC fast charging peaks at 105 kW with a claimed 10 to 80 percent in about 24 minutes, and top speed is limited to 175 km/h.
- A steering‑wheel GTI button calls up a sharper drive mode with Launch Control and optional simulated engine sound, and the car adds adaptive dampers and an electronic front‑axle differential.
- Pre‑sales open in October 2026 with first deliveries due early 2027, and VW targets a starting price just under €39,000 as it offers only a modest power step over the 211‑PS ID. Polo.