Volkswagen to release smaller ID.1 and ID.2 electric models by 2024
Volkswagen is looking to fortify its electric assault with the addition of two smaller models in the ID range – the ID.1 and ID.2, as reported by Car.
The models will be built on familiar, scalable MEB electric architecture – the same seen in the larger ID.3 and ID.4, however costs will be brought down by reducing features and driving range.
“We can shrink the MEB architecture with less content to get the cost down,” Volkswagen brand chief Ralf Brandstätter told Car.
It’s believed the ID.1 and ID.2 will be available with 24kWh and 36kWh battery pack options – the larger option offering roughly 300km of driving range.
Above: Volkswagen ID.3
Volkswagen is confident the ID.1 could be offered for sub-€20,000 (AU$36,540) and be launched in 2023. There is no price point speculated for the ID.2 yet, however the model is expected to launch the following year in 2024.
The new ID models will join a planned 27 models to be built on the MEB architecture, with a total of 75 to utilise the platform across Volkswagen Group brands Audi, Seat and Skoda by 2025.
The German marque has also brought forward its initiative to sell a million electric vehicles by 2025, aiming instead to reach the goal by 2023.
Australia
It's too early to say whether the ID.1 and ID.2 will see Australian shores, particularly as they have not yet been announced. A Volkswagen Australia spokesperson told CarAdvice today: "it's desirable to start with an SUV [in the Australian market]. The first ID car is a long way from decided."
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