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ID. Tiguan
09/28/26
Models

Electric future, established name: The new ID. Tiguan premieres in October

Volkswagen is continuing its naming strategy with its next model: following the ID. Polo and ID. Cross, the new ID. Tiguan will arrive at the markets in the beginning of 2027. The established name is intended to provide customers with clear orientation and stands as a strong product brand for a clearly defined vehicle concept. The new ID. Tiguan will succeed the ID.4 and ID.5 and will be offered alongside the Tiguan with combustion and hybrid powertrains. The world premiere of the ID. Tiguan will take place in early October. Until then, the model will continue testing under camouflage wrap.
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German Car of the Year 2026 award for the all-new electric ID. Polo
09/22/26
Models

German Car of the Year 2027: Category award for the all-new electric ID. Polo

The all-new electric ID. Polo has finished first in the Budget category at the German Car of the Year (GCOTY) awards, sending out a powerful signal: Volkswagen is bringing electric mobility into the heart of the small car segment – making it attractive, affordable and practical for everyday use. Volkswagen’s all-electric small car triumphed over seven competitors, securing first place ahead of the Renault Twingo and Renault Clio. The international jury was impressed by the ID. Polo, awarding it top marks in four out of five key evaluation categories.
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The all-new electric ID.3 GTI
09/16/26
Models

World premiere of the all-new electric ID.3 GTI: most powerful model in five decades of GTI history

In the 50th year of GTI history, Volkswagen is presenting the first photos and facts about the new ID.3 GTI1 in a world premiere. It is the most powerful of all GTI models ever built in series production. The electric drive motor of the ID.3 GTI delivers exactly 240 kW (326 PS) to the rear axle. Especially impressive is the maximum torque of 545 Nm. This means that the electric GTI offers a superior punch in every life situation. This is complemented by the high efficiency of the drive system and ranges of up to 601 km. Also characteristic of a true GTI are the flexible space and unrestricted suitability for everyday use of this compact athlete. Pre-sales of the ID.3 GTI will start at the beginning of 2027.
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