Volkswagen unveiled the production version of its ID. Cross electric SUV this week, with the entry-level Trend trim priced from 27,995 euros (about $31,970). The automaker detailed pricing, trim levels and full technical specifications for the compact SUV in its world premiere announcement, confirming three power outputs, two battery sizes and a WLTP range of up to 427 kilometers (265 miles). German advance sales opened alongside the premiere, with the Life and Style trims in the 155 kW/52 kWh configuration immediately configurable. The ID. Cross follows the ID. Polo and ID. Polo GTI into Volkswagen’s expanded small-car and compact electric lineup.
Highlights
- Entry-level Trend trim starts at $31,970 (27,995 euros); Life and Style trims with the 155 kW motor and 52 kWh battery start at $41,710 (36,525 euros)
- WLTP range of up to 427 kilometers (265 miles) on the larger battery, per Volkswagen
- Standard DC fast charging from 10 to 80 percent in about 23 minutes on the smaller battery, 24 minutes on the larger pack
- Three power outputs (85 kW, 99 kW, 155 kW) and two battery sizes (37 kWh, 52 kWh net) across the lineup
Following the ID. Polo and ID. Polo GTI, the ID. Cross belongs to a new generation of small cars and compact models through which Volkswagen is focusing more consistently on its strengths and customer preferences, the company said. Thomas Schäfer, CEO of the Volkswagen brand, Head of the Brand Group Core and member of the Group Board of Management, said: “The ID. Cross brings together technological expertise, clean design, impressive, intricate solutions and genuine all-rounder qualities – all for excellent value for money. These are ideal conditions for a new success story from Volkswagen.”
Affordable Entry Into the Compact SUV Segment
At an entry-level price of around 28,000 euros (about $32,000), Volkswagen positions the ID. Cross as a step up in quality and equipment for the small-car and compact segment, the company says. The five-seat SUV measures 4,153 mm long, 1,581 mm tall and 1,794 mm wide on a 2,601 mm wheelbase. Built on the MEB+ platform, it offers 475 liters of cargo space — 20 liters more than the combustion-engined T-Cross — aided by extra storage beneath the variable trunk floor that fits up to two beverage crates. A frunk beneath the hood adds another 25 liters, Volkswagen says, intended for the charging cable and small items.
Pure Positive Design and a Digital, Retro-Inspired Cockpit
The ID. Cross introduces Volkswagen’s “Pure Positive” design language, characterized by an elongated “flying roof” roofline, a pronounced C-pillar and distinct light signatures front and rear. Optional IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlamps and 3D LED taillights with illuminated crossbars and lit VW logos sharpen the look further. Inside, a fabric-covered dash panel and metallic-edged audio controls on the center console carry the design theme through the cabin.
The Digital Cockpit Pro instrument cluster measures 26 cm (10.25 inches) diagonally and sits alongside a 32.8 cm (12.9-inch) touchscreen infotainment display, arranged on a horizontal line in the center of the dash. A retro display mode, activated from the multi-function steering wheel, swaps in analog-style speedometer and power-meter graphics modeled on the first-generation Golf — repurposed to show energy output and consumption rather than engine speed.
Three Power Outputs, Two Battery Sizes
The ID. Cross uses the new APP290 electric motor on the MEB+ platform in three outputs: 85 kW (116 PS), 99 kW (135 PS) and 155 kW (211 PS). Two battery sizes are available — 37 kWh and 52 kWh, both net — with a maximum AC charging rate of 11 kW at a home wall box or public charger. Volkswagen states the smaller battery charges from 10 to 80 percent in about 23 minutes at DC fast chargers rated up to 90 kW, while the 52 kWh pack charges in about 24 minutes at up to 105 kW. The automaker rates the 155 kW variant’s combined electricity consumption at 16.9–14.3 kWh per 100 km, with zero tailpipe CO2 emissions (EU CO2 class A). As with all WLTP figures, real-world range under the EPA’s more conservative U.S. test cycle is typically lower.
Confirmed Launch Configurations
| Trim | Motor Output | Battery | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trend | 85 kW (116 PS) | 37 kWh net | $31,970 (27,995 euros) |
| Life / Style | 155 kW (211 PS) | 52 kWh net | $41,710 (36,525 euros) |
Pricing and battery pairing for the mid-range 99 kW output, along with additional Trend configurations, have not yet been released; Volkswagen says further drive and equipment variants will follow shortly.
Connected Travel Assist and Parking Technology
Standard driver-assistance features are paired with an optional next-generation Travel Assist system, renamed Connected Travel Assist because it draws on online data. The system can now recognize red traffic lights and, within its operating limits, automatically bring the ID. Cross to a stop — a feature Volkswagen says is new for this price segment. A companion One Pedal Driving mode slows the SUV through accelerator-pedal regulation alone.
Parking aids include the 360-degree Area View camera system and an optional Park Assist Pro feature that can execute parking maneuvers automatically, including remote parking initiated from a smartphone app, within the system’s limits.
Ride Comfort and Optional Adaptive Suspension
Volkswagen tuned the front-wheel-drive suspension for a combination of precise handling and long-distance comfort, citing high-quality dampers and noise- and vibration-reduction measures alongside direct steering response and a brake system the company describes as offering a natural pedal feel. An optional adaptive DCC suspension, available for the 155 kW variant, continuously adjusts damping to road surface and driving conditions.
Optional Equipment and Vehicle-to-Load
Higher-end options include a 425-watt Harman Kardon sound system with 10 speakers, a center channel and a subwoofer, along with a pneumatic massage function for the electrically adjustable 12-way front seats — a feature Volkswagen says is unique in the segment. A 74-by-90-centimeter panoramic roof and an electric sunshade are also available.
Vehicle-to-load capability is standard, supplying up to 3.6 kW to external devices through the charging socket. Volkswagen cites a drawbar load of 165 lbs (75 kg) for e-bike-equipped tow bars and a maximum braked trailer weight of 2,646 lbs (1,200 kg) on the 52 kWh model.
Trim Levels
Three trim levels are available at launch. The base Trend model comes standard with 90 kW DC fast charging. The Life trim adds 18-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, adaptive cruise control, a rear-view camera and a junction assistant. The range-topping Style trim includes the IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlamps, 3D LED taillights, illuminated VW logos, heated seats and steering wheel, personalized interior trim and keyless entry.
Ordering and Pricing
Advance sales began in Germany alongside the premiere. Customers can currently configure the Life and Style trims with the 155 kW motor and 52 kWh battery, priced from $41,710 (36,525 euros). The base Trend trim, with the 85 kW motor and 37 kWh battery, starts at $31,970 (27,995 euros); additional drive and equipment combinations are expected to follow.
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