Volkswagen Unveils Concept for Affordable Electric Car ID. Every1
The 20,000-euro electric vehicle is planned for release in 2027, aiming to make EVs more accessible, but faces stiff competition from rivals already in the market.
- Volkswagen has presented the ID. Every1 concept, a small electric car expected to cost around 20,000 euros and launch in 2027.
- The ID. Every1 is intended to fill the gap in VW's lineup for affordable EVs, following the discontinuation of the e-Up in 2023.
- The car will feature a new software architecture developed with Rivian, enabling over-the-air updates and customization similar to smartphones.
- With a range of at least 250 kilometers and a top speed of 130 km/h, the ID. Every1 aims to balance affordability with practicality.
- Volkswagen faces significant pressure from competitors like Renault, Hyundai, and Chinese automakers, who already offer budget EVs in Europe.