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Volkswagen opens pre-orders for its first electric GTI hot hatch, starting at about $45,000

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Volkswagen opens pre-orders for its first electric GTI hot hatch, starting at about $45,000

Volkswagen opened pre-orders for the ID. Polo GTI, the first electric hot hatch to bear the iconic GTI badge.

To celebrate the GTI’s 50th anniversary, Volkswagen is “starting a new chapter” with the first all-electric GTI model.

Volkswagen opened pre-orders for the ID. Polo GTI on Wednesday, starting at 39,995 euros, or about $45,000.

The first all-electric model to wear the GTI badge, “brings the legendary GTI driving pleasure into the electric future,” VW said.

Like the first Golf GTI from 1976, the ID. Polo GTI uses a front-wheel-drive powertrain. The front-mounted electric motor delivers 222 hp (166 kW) and 213 lb-ft (290 Nm) of instant torque, enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h) in 6.8 seconds.

The electric hot hatch looks and feels like “a quintessential GTI” with the typical honeycomb pattern, the red stripe up front, and standard 19″ alloy wheels.

It may not be the fastest, but Volkswagen promises the ID. Polo is a proper hot hatch that’s fun to drive.

Volkswagen developed a new “GTI” driving profile that unlocks the vehicle’s full potential. At the push of a button on the steering wheel, the electric drive, steering, and suspension will automatically adjust to maximize performance and response.

An electronically controlled front axle transverse differential lock precisely distributes power to the front wheels, making it easier to corner and maneuver.

Inside, the interior is blacked out with sporty red elements. The electric hot hatch features a new GTI sports steering wheel and premium sports seats.


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