Volkswagen Reveals Sketch for Affordable €20,000 Electric Car Set for 2027

The new entry-level EV, tentatively named ID.1, aims to make electric vehicles accessible to a wider audience and revitalize VW's position in the competitive market.

• Volkswagen has unveiled a preliminary sketch of its planned €20,000 entry-level electric vehicle, expected to launch in 2027.
• The model, referred to as ID.1, is part of VW's broader strategy to address criticism over the lack of affordable EV options in its lineup.
• The ID.1 will follow the release of the ID.2, a compact EV priced under €25,000, anticipated by the end of 2025.
• Volkswagen executives describe the ID.1 as a critical step toward competing with lower-cost EVs from rivals such as Hyundai, Dacia, and Renault.
• The official public unveiling of the ID.1 design is planned for March 2025, with the production model expected to be manufactured in Wolfsburg.

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