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The all-new electric ID. Cross - Covered Drive & Design Workshop
03/16/26
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The Chassis Concept

New axle architecture. The chassis of the electric SUV has been newly developed and tailored to its new front‑wheel‑drive layout. The objective was once again to design an optimal and typically Volkswagen solution while ensuring high cost, space and weight efficiency. The result is a combination of a MacPherson front axle and an especially compact torsion‑beam rear axle. The interplay of these two new axles is characterized by maximum linear precision – delivering handling that provides the driver with highly consistent feedback and noticeably enhances safety. In addition, the new ID. Cross offers exceptionally good ride comfort. A new so‑called one‑box brake system with disc brakes on both the front and rear axles further refines brake modulation and pedal feel compared with other electric vehicles. The new brake system is also particularly lightweight and offers highly efficient recuperation performance.

MacPherson front axle. At the front, the new Volkswagen SUV uses struts following the MacPherson principle. The axle is designed to be very compact. The high‑quality shock absorbers with generously dimensioned pistons and an innovative control system for compression‑stage forces have a positive effect on comfort and handling characteristics. Special strut mounts simultaneously optimize roll comfort and initial suspension response. Driving characteristics are further enhanced by a comparatively stiff stabilizer mounting. The result is highly precise steering and vehicle response at the front axle.

Torsion‑beam rear axle. The new lightweight rear axle has been specifically tuned for use in combination with an electric front‑wheel‑drive system. Various measures optimize comfort and driving behavior. Bonded rubber spring seats improve both comfort and acoustics. A passive vibration damper significantly reduces low‑frequency rolling noise inside the cabin. Angled axle‑mount bearings featuring innovative two‑component technology also reduce noise and vibration while improving axle guidance, resulting in increased driving safety. Last but not least, the torsion‑beam rear axle is extremely compact, enabling a large luggage compartment volume.

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