Despite several new EV models facing delays, Volkswagen’s cheapest model yet, the ID.2, is still on track to launch. The company confirmed the entry-level EV will launch as early as late 2025, marking a new “starting point” for the German auto giant. Volkswagen unveiled the ID.2all concept last March, a new entry-level EV that will start under $27,000 (€25,000).
Volkswagen’s ID.2 will be the first EV based on its new MEB Entry Platform, while the SUV will follow. The ID.2all concept features up to 279 miles range (450 km).
The company describes the entry-level EV as “as spacious as a Golf” yet “as inexpensive as a Polo.” Although smaller than the Polo, it includes more interior space thanks to an extended wheelbase.
“Low cost” for VW, uh huh then you pay nearly half a grand for an e-brake switch or such prices on servicing. Fool me once VW but after years servicing a Tiguan; never again. Even commented as such years ago after a service. You can’t honestly expect me to buy another car from you after you’ve spent years fleecing me on service cost. I’ll just get a hilux or some shit; at least then the air con might work properly.
My sister and I both got VWs around the same time several years ago. Her Tiguan is constantly fucked up. My GTI has only needed routine maintenance and recently a large AC job. We’ve had such polar opposite experiences.
Interestingly I got a Golf R line to drive as loan vehicle from VW. Loved it, such a fun car to drive. Pity I’m too tall to fit inside one comfortably. Could also be a Tiguan issue. Not that it justifies the servicing cost. I’ve always had well off relatives ask me about the Tiguan now you mention it so I wonder if it’s got a bit of a track record. My boss loved his Touareg; but with his per annum you can probably overlook that stuff. AC is the big one since it frequently gets over 40C here with high humidity and European AC apparently can’t deal.
The ID.3 now starts at ~$9700 in China.
