VW opened the European order books for the new ID. Polo in April following its world premiere. Initially, the price list started at €33,795 for the mid-range ‘Life’ trim. Recently, the most affordable variant, the ID. Polo Trend, became configurable from €24,995, showing that the long-promised VW electric car under €25,000 has well and truly arrived.
As reported by the German automotive trade publication, Automobilwoche, the small B-segment electric car has immediately generated significant interest. The trade journal quotes the head of a major VW dealership group as saying that the entire ID. Polo range is sold out, and the waiting time is at least ten months. VW told Automobilwoche that the combination of “very positive customer demand” and the long-term planned production capacities at the Martorell plant currently leads to longer delivery times. Delivery dates are expected to vary depending on individual configurations.
Overall, VW has confirmed more than 30,000 orders across Europe. According to a company spokesperson quoted in the report, the ID. Polo has “significantly exceeded original expectations, particularly in Germany.” Demand for the sister models in the electric small car family from Škoda and Cupra is also said to be significantly higher than anticipated. Škoda alone reports more than 35,000 orders for the Epiq.
