100-per-cent electric, 100-per-cent GTI: Volkswagen presents the all-new electric ID. Polo GTI – AutoMart Canada

GTI space miracle. The ID. Polo GTI is also a small space miracle thanks to the particularly compact drive modules: this means passengers have 19 mm more interior space available than in the Polo GTI with combustion engine (MQB). The interior width and headroom have also increased, while the luggage compartment volume has grown by more than 25 per cent – from 351 to 441 litres. When the rear seat backrests are folded down, the load capacity increases to 1,240 litres (Polo MQB: 1,125 litres). This extra space makes the ID. Polo GTI more of a dynamic all-rounder than any of its predecessors. The detachable ball coupling offers additional variability: with a drawbar load of 75 kg, this can easily hold a bicycle carrier with two e-bikes. Thanks to a towing capacity of up to 1.2 tonnes (braked, 12 per cent gradient), this small Volkswagen can also pull motorbikes on a trailer, for example.

GTI optional equipment. Optional equipment for the ID. Polo GTI includes features such as a high-end sound system from Harman Kardon with a music output of 425 Watts and 10 speakers, including a centre speaker for clear voice transmission, and a subwoofer. Also available as an option: a large panoramic sunroof. One new feature for this segment is the pneumatic massage function for the electrically adjustable 12-way front seats. For drivers who prefer a particularly dynamic experience, a 19-inch premium sports tyre (235/40/19), the Bridgestone Potenza Sport specifically developed for the ID. Polo GTI, will be available as an option.