Volkswagen has been one of the titans of the auto manufacturing industry for nearly a century. Over that time, they have led the industry with cars like the Volkswagen Beetle, which sold over 23 million models over eight decades, the Polo, which offered motorists great performance at a budget, and the VW Golf, which introduced the world to the hatchback.
At every turn of the industry, VW has been leading the way, and with the growth of the electric car market, you won’t be surprised to hear that they’ve been a leading force in the transition to electric vehicles. You might be familiar with their e-Golf, an electrified version of their VW Golf, which has been a huge hit.
Nowadays, Volkswagen electric cars can be easily identified by their ID model names and smooth futuristic appearance. VW EVs are quite impressive, and to help motorists figure out which car suits their needs, we’ve compiled this article to include a list of all the models you can currently buy in showrooms, the best used VW electric car and Volkswagen’s upcoming vehicles.
Although Volkswagen has experimented with EVs for decades, they took until 2014 to launch their first all-electric model that you could buy in a showroom. Unlike other carmakers, their early EVs, like the e-Golf or e-Up, were adaptations of existing combustion-engine cars rather than bespoke electric vehicles. This helped normalise electric cars and offer hesitant motorists an easy stepping stone into the EV world.
However, since they started production on the ID range, they no longer make cars this way. Instead of simply electrifying an existing car, they build it upon a dedicated technology platform known as MEB architecture. All of their current EVs are built upon MEB.
They have ambitious plans for the future. Under the code ‘Project Trinity’, they plan to launch a second generation of electric cars built around the new Scalable Systems Platform (SSP), which is said to be more flexible than MEB. The SSP-based cars will be the next line of VW cars after the ID range.
However, this range of cars isn’t coming soon. It is expected to be launched in 2026. In the meantime, VW plans to launch many more ID cars for motorists to enjoy. Project Trinity will help VW achieve their aims of having at least 80% of its sales be from full-electric models by 2030.
The Volkswagen ID.3 is a spacious family car that balances great range and terrific performance at an affordable price. It’s a great-looking car that blends the familiar VW aura with a futuristic, sleek style. Prices start for the ID.3 at £36,375, and if you’re in the market for an EV at this price, then the ID.3 might be ideal for you.
The ID.3 is sensible, practical and a fun car to drive. It’s been such a hit that it quickly developed a keen fanbase equal to that of the well-loved e-Golf it replaced. The car’s rivals are the likes of the Nissan Leaf, Tesla Model 3 and the Cupra Born.
Despite the ID. 3’s copious pros, it has some minor issues, such as an odd interior design and frustrating infotainment/button system. However, these aren’t major issues, and if the biggest issue is surface-level like this, it bodes well for the car. The ID.3 is a significant step for VW and proves they are committed to electric vehicles.
It is innovative and distinctive and offers a spectacular performance for what is essentially a family car. At this price range, it is one of the best cars available.
The Volkswagen ID.4 is essentially the ID. 3’s SUV upgrade. It’s based on the same MED platform and shares most of the same technology; it’s simply bigger, taller and offers a few new benefits. The ID.4 is closely related to other Volkswagen Group EVs like the Skoda Enyaq.
Because the ID.4 is so similar to ID.3, you won’t be surprised to hear it shares many of the same positives and flaws. It has a good range and performance and is fun to drive. Still, it also has that awkward interior and frustrating infotainment, which isn’t a high price to pay considering the car’s brilliant performance and battery capacity. Like the ID.3, there isn’t much to single out to criticise; it’s a great car.
Ultimately its only major failing is that some of its rivals, like the Peugeot e-2008, Kia Niro EV, Volvo XC40 Recharge and Ford Mustang Mach-E, are more nimble and offer similarly excellent driving experiences. Prices for the ID.4 start from £38,105, which makes its quiet, refined driving experience good value for money.
It’s got a roomy cabin, big boot and is a great family car. The only problem is that it’s not necessarily a better car than some of its competitors, like the Kia Niro EV, which is much cheaper, with starting prices of just £27,405.
The Volkswagen ID.5 is the coupe-roofed version of the ID.4, but it is considerably more expensive. It is VW’s electric flagship car. The ID.5 is a great car with many of the same pros as the other ID models; good range, performance and quality looks.
However, it also shares the same annoyances: infotainment and interior, which become more frustrating at this higher price point, as prices start for the ID.5 at £49,970, considerably more expensive than the ID.4. At this higher price, you would expect VW to have solved these issues. Despite its high price, driving the ID.5 isn’t any more exciting than the ID.4.
The ID. 5’s rivals include other flagship electric cars like the Tesla Model Y, Volvo V40, Ford Mustang Mach-E and the Kia EV6. Despite its good looks and practicality, its price makes it hard to recommend over its rivals or even the other ID cars. For example, the Skoda Enyaq has a nicer interior, the Kia EV6 has a more dynamic drive, and the Tesla Model Y has better performance for a similarly priced car.
All this focus on its price probably makes the car sound worse than it is; it’s just a reflection of the state of the EV market right now, being packed with great competition. The ID.5 is a good car that will suit plenty of motorists.
Somewhat out of step with the other ID models is the ID. Buzz, which, although based on the same MEB architecture, is a very different vehicle. It’s a people carrier with retro looks, an homage to the Volkswagen Transporter, which brings much-needed versatility to VW’s new ID range.
With the ID. Buzz, VW has created a stylish people carrier that offers people searching for a great family wagon a great experience. It’s spacious, has plenty of boot space, and has a great range and performance, synonymous with the ID range. It is available as a minivan called the ID. Buzz Cargo.
It’s not a cheap car, with prices starting at over £56,000; however, that is similar to the cost of the plug-in hybrid variant of the Volkswagen Multivan, so it’s still good value. Its rivals include the Citroen e-Berlingo and Vauxhall Vivaro-E, but cheaper alternatives are available.
The ID. Buzz has loads of personality and is possibly the best EV people carrier on the market.
The Volkswagen e-Golf is a former favourite of British motorists, which was discontinued upon the release of the ID.3. It’s a great car, essentially an electrified version of the VW Golf. It quickly became one of the most successful EVs in the UK, thanks to its non-striking looks that offered hesitant motorists a stepping stone into the EV market. It’s a quietly impressive car without awe-inspiring specifications.
If you’re interested in the VW e-Golf, you can get it second-hand from between £10,510 - £23,435.
Volkswagen is only just getting started. Smaller ID.1 and ID.2 models are being planned, and although their release date isn’t yet available, these models plan to bring electrification to the city car and supermini. They also plan a larger ID.7, which will be launched in late 2023 to replace the Passat. It will be a large family car.
Astute readers might realise we’ve skipped the ID.6 and wonder why it is missing. The answer is that it has already been released, but only in China; a European launch is unlikely.
Alongside its ID range, Volkswagen offers a wide range of hybrid cars. Hybrid cars aren’t as ecologically friendly as full-electric cars as they still use a combustion engine and emit CO2. However, they are better for the environment than regular cars. A hybrid means you won’t have to worry about range anxiety.
Some of VW’s cars are plug-in hybrids, while others are full hybrids. The difference is that a plug-in hybrid can be charged at a charging point, while full hybrids primarily use regenerative braking to charge. Plug-in hybrids use their battery as their main power source, while full hybrids only use their battery to drive at slower speeds.
VW have plenty of hybrid cars available such as:
The electric car is here to stay. Many car makers like Volkswagen plan to focus on electric car manufacturing and have most of their global sales by 2030 be from electric vehicles. We’re currently experiencing an explosion of EV infrastructure in the UK. There are now more cars for people to choose from and more and more charging points across the country.
Some motorists have access to a home charging station, others have chargers in their workplace, but most drivers rely on public charging to ensure their batteries are full. Public charging is the fastest way to charge and is the only place to find rapid and ultra-rapid charging.
Public charging is affordable, accessible and convenient. However, if you travel frequently, it can become a hassle, as each public charging network has different requirements. Some need you to buy an RFID card, some require you to purchase a membership, and most need you to download an app. If you charge at enough networks, you can clutter your phone and rack up a large charging bill.
The best way to discover charging stations is with Bonnet. Bonnet is our app that allows drivers to quickly locate the nearest charging station within their budget, providing the charging speeds they are looking for. Bonnet lets you use multiple networks’ charging points with just one app, meaning you don’t have to download hundreds of apps to charge.
We’ve partnered with some of the UK’s best charging networks to ensure every driver can find their perfect charger using our app. Bonnet doesn’t just work in the UK but also across Europe, in destinations like the Netherlands, France and Germany.
We have 17+ charging network partners, including notable networks such as:
You can do all this for free with Bonnet. However, we also offer a membership to allow customers to get discounts on their charging. We call this membership Bonnet Boosts; there are two options for motorists.
The first is Light Boost, which is £2 monthly for 10% off your charging bill. That’s just £24 annually for hundreds of pounds worth of savings. Light Boost is ideal for drivers with access to a personal charging point but still charge at public charging stations.
Our other option is Turbo Boost, which is £8 monthly for 15% off your charging at our partners’ charging stations. Turbo Boost is the perfect way to charge if you don’t have access to a charging point at work or home and rely on public charging points.
Bonnet can help you find charging points easier and save you money. Download Bonnet today, and make charging less stressful.
Volkswagen’s best-selling all-electric car is the ID.4, which sold around 170,000 units in 2022.
The Volkswagen ID.3 prices start from £36,375, the ID.4s start from £38,105 and the ID.5 prices start from £49,970. The ID. Buzz price starts from £58,044.
Yes, Volkswagen released its first full-electric car in 2014 with the e-Golf. Currently, they have four all-electric cars available in showrooms, the ID.3, ID.4, ID.5 and the ID. Buzz. They have plans to expand their range and produce more fully-electric cars.
Volkswagen has been one of the titans of the auto manufacturing industry for nearly a century. Over that time, they have led the industry with cars like the Volkswagen Beetle, which sold over 23 million models over eight decades, the Polo, which offered motorists great performance at a budget, and the VW Golf, which introduced the world to the hatchback.
At every turn of the industry, VW has been leading the way, and with the growth of the electric car market, you won’t be surprised to hear that they’ve been a leading force in the transition to electric vehicles. You might be familiar with their e-Golf, an electrified version of their VW Golf, which has been a huge hit.
Nowadays, Volkswagen electric cars can be easily identified by their ID model names and smooth futuristic appearance. VW EVs are quite impressive, and to help motorists figure out which car suits their needs, we’ve compiled this article to include a list of all the models you can currently buy in showrooms, the best used VW electric car and Volkswagen’s upcoming vehicles.
Although Volkswagen has experimented with EVs for decades, they took until 2014 to launch their first all-electric model that you could buy in a showroom. Unlike other carmakers, their early EVs, like the e-Golf or e-Up, were adaptations of existing combustion-engine cars rather than bespoke electric vehicles. This helped normalise electric cars and offer hesitant motorists an easy stepping stone into the EV world.
However, since they started production on the ID range, they no longer make cars this way. Instead of simply electrifying an existing car, they build it upon a dedicated technology platform known as MEB architecture. All of their current EVs are built upon MEB.
They have ambitious plans for the future. Under the code ‘Project Trinity’, they plan to launch a second generation of electric cars built around the new Scalable Systems Platform (SSP), which is said to be more flexible than MEB. The SSP-based cars will be the next line of VW cars after the ID range.
However, this range of cars isn’t coming soon. It is expected to be launched in 2026. In the meantime, VW plans to launch many more ID cars for motorists to enjoy. Project Trinity will help VW achieve their aims of having at least 80% of its sales be from full-electric models by 2030.
The Volkswagen ID.3 is a spacious family car that balances great range and terrific performance at an affordable price. It’s a great-looking car that blends the familiar VW aura with a futuristic, sleek style. Prices start for the ID.3 at £36,375, and if you’re in the market for an EV at this price, then the ID.3 might be ideal for you.
The ID.3 is sensible, practical and a fun car to drive. It’s been such a hit that it quickly developed a keen fanbase equal to that of the well-loved e-Golf it replaced. The car’s rivals are the likes of the Nissan Leaf, Tesla Model 3 and the Cupra Born.
Despite the ID. 3’s copious pros, it has some minor issues, such as an odd interior design and frustrating infotainment/button system. However, these aren’t major issues, and if the biggest issue is surface-level like this, it bodes well for the car. The ID.3 is a significant step for VW and proves they are committed to electric vehicles.
It is innovative and distinctive and offers a spectacular performance for what is essentially a family car. At this price range, it is one of the best cars available.
The Volkswagen ID.4 is essentially the ID. 3’s SUV upgrade. It’s based on the same MED platform and shares most of the same technology; it’s simply bigger, taller and offers a few new benefits. The ID.4 is closely related to other Volkswagen Group EVs like the Skoda Enyaq.
Because the ID.4 is so similar to ID.3, you won’t be surprised to hear it shares many of the same positives and flaws. It has a good range and performance and is fun to drive. Still, it also has that awkward interior and frustrating infotainment, which isn’t a high price to pay considering the car’s brilliant performance and battery capacity. Like the ID.3, there isn’t much to single out to criticise; it’s a great car.
Ultimately its only major failing is that some of its rivals, like the Peugeot e-2008, Kia Niro EV, Volvo XC40 Recharge and Ford Mustang Mach-E, are more nimble and offer similarly excellent driving experiences. Prices for the ID.4 start from £38,105, which makes its quiet, refined driving experience good value for money.
It’s got a roomy cabin, big boot and is a great family car. The only problem is that it’s not necessarily a better car than some of its competitors, like the Kia Niro EV, which is much cheaper, with starting prices of just £27,405.
The Volkswagen ID.5 is the coupe-roofed version of the ID.4, but it is considerably more expensive. It is VW’s electric flagship car. The ID.5 is a great car with many of the same pros as the other ID models; good range, performance and quality looks.
However, it also shares the same annoyances: infotainment and interior, which become more frustrating at this higher price point, as prices start for the ID.5 at £49,970, considerably more expensive than the ID.4. At this higher price, you would expect VW to have solved these issues. Despite its high price, driving the ID.5 isn’t any more exciting than the ID.4.
The ID. 5’s rivals include other flagship electric cars like the Tesla Model Y, Volvo V40, Ford Mustang Mach-E and the Kia EV6. Despite its good looks and practicality, its price makes it hard to recommend over its rivals or even the other ID cars. For example, the Skoda Enyaq has a nicer interior, the Kia EV6 has a more dynamic drive, and the Tesla Model Y has better performance for a similarly priced car.
All this focus on its price probably makes the car sound worse than it is; it’s just a reflection of the state of the EV market right now, being packed with great competition. The ID.5 is a good car that will suit plenty of motorists.
Somewhat out of step with the other ID models is the ID. Buzz, which, although based on the same MEB architecture, is a very different vehicle. It’s a people carrier with retro looks, an homage to the Volkswagen Transporter, which brings much-needed versatility to VW’s new ID range.
With the ID. Buzz, VW has created a stylish people carrier that offers people searching for a great family wagon a great experience. It’s spacious, has plenty of boot space, and has a great range and performance, synonymous with the ID range. It is available as a minivan called the ID. Buzz Cargo.
It’s not a cheap car, with prices starting at over £56,000; however, that is similar to the cost of the plug-in hybrid variant of the Volkswagen Multivan, so it’s still good value. Its rivals include the Citroen e-Berlingo and Vauxhall Vivaro-E, but cheaper alternatives are available.
The ID. Buzz has loads of personality and is possibly the best EV people carrier on the market.
The Volkswagen e-Golf is a former favourite of British motorists, which was discontinued upon the release of the ID.3. It’s a great car, essentially an electrified version of the VW Golf. It quickly became one of the most successful EVs in the UK, thanks to its non-striking looks that offered hesitant motorists a stepping stone into the EV market. It’s a quietly impressive car without awe-inspiring specifications.
If you’re interested in the VW e-Golf, you can get it second-hand from between £10,510 - £23,435.
Volkswagen is only just getting started. Smaller ID.1 and ID.2 models are being planned, and although their release date isn’t yet available, these models plan to bring electrification to the city car and supermini. They also plan a larger ID.7, which will be launched in late 2023 to replace the Passat. It will be a large family car.
Astute readers might realise we’ve skipped the ID.6 and wonder why it is missing. The answer is that it has already been released, but only in China; a European launch is unlikely.
Alongside its ID range, Volkswagen offers a wide range of hybrid cars. Hybrid cars aren’t as ecologically friendly as full-electric cars as they still use a combustion engine and emit CO2. However, they are better for the environment than regular cars. A hybrid means you won’t have to worry about range anxiety.
Some of VW’s cars are plug-in hybrids, while others are full hybrids. The difference is that a plug-in hybrid can be charged at a charging point, while full hybrids primarily use regenerative braking to charge. Plug-in hybrids use their battery as their main power source, while full hybrids only use their battery to drive at slower speeds.
VW have plenty of hybrid cars available such as:
The electric car is here to stay. Many car makers like Volkswagen plan to focus on electric car manufacturing and have most of their global sales by 2030 be from electric vehicles. We’re currently experiencing an explosion of EV infrastructure in the UK. There are now more cars for people to choose from and more and more charging points across the country.
Some motorists have access to a home charging station, others have chargers in their workplace, but most drivers rely on public charging to ensure their batteries are full. Public charging is the fastest way to charge and is the only place to find rapid and ultra-rapid charging.
Public charging is affordable, accessible and convenient. However, if you travel frequently, it can become a hassle, as each public charging network has different requirements. Some need you to buy an RFID card, some require you to purchase a membership, and most need you to download an app. If you charge at enough networks, you can clutter your phone and rack up a large charging bill.
The best way to discover charging stations is with Bonnet. Bonnet is our app that allows drivers to quickly locate the nearest charging station within their budget, providing the charging speeds they are looking for. Bonnet lets you use multiple networks’ charging points with just one app, meaning you don’t have to download hundreds of apps to charge.
We’ve partnered with some of the UK’s best charging networks to ensure every driver can find their perfect charger using our app. Bonnet doesn’t just work in the UK but also across Europe, in destinations like the Netherlands, France and Germany.
We have 17+ charging network partners, including notable networks such as:
You can do all this for free with Bonnet. However, we also offer a membership to allow customers to get discounts on their charging. We call this membership Bonnet Boosts; there are two options for motorists.
The first is Light Boost, which is £2 monthly for 10% off your charging bill. That’s just £24 annually for hundreds of pounds worth of savings. Light Boost is ideal for drivers with access to a personal charging point but still charge at public charging stations.
Our other option is Turbo Boost, which is £8 monthly for 15% off your charging at our partners’ charging stations. Turbo Boost is the perfect way to charge if you don’t have access to a charging point at work or home and rely on public charging points.
Bonnet can help you find charging points easier and save you money. Download Bonnet today, and make charging less stressful.
Volkswagen has been one of the titans of the auto manufacturing industry for nearly a century. Over that time, they have led the industry with cars like the Volkswagen Beetle, which sold over 23 million models over eight decades, the Polo, which offered motorists great performance at a budget, and the VW Golf, which introduced the world to the hatchback.
At every turn of the industry, VW has been leading the way, and with the growth of the electric car market, you won’t be surprised to hear that they’ve been a leading force in the transition to electric vehicles. You might be familiar with their e-Golf, an electrified version of their VW Golf, which has been a huge hit.
Nowadays, Volkswagen electric cars can be easily identified by their ID model names and smooth futuristic appearance. VW EVs are quite impressive, and to help motorists figure out which car suits their needs, we’ve compiled this article to include a list of all the models you can currently buy in showrooms, the best used VW electric car and Volkswagen’s upcoming vehicles.
Although Volkswagen has experimented with EVs for decades, they took until 2014 to launch their first all-electric model that you could buy in a showroom. Unlike other carmakers, their early EVs, like the e-Golf or e-Up, were adaptations of existing combustion-engine cars rather than bespoke electric vehicles. This helped normalise electric cars and offer hesitant motorists an easy stepping stone into the EV world.
However, since they started production on the ID range, they no longer make cars this way. Instead of simply electrifying an existing car, they build it upon a dedicated technology platform known as MEB architecture. All of their current EVs are built upon MEB.
They have ambitious plans for the future. Under the code ‘Project Trinity’, they plan to launch a second generation of electric cars built around the new Scalable Systems Platform (SSP), which is said to be more flexible than MEB. The SSP-based cars will be the next line of VW cars after the ID range.
However, this range of cars isn’t coming soon. It is expected to be launched in 2026. In the meantime, VW plans to launch many more ID cars for motorists to enjoy. Project Trinity will help VW achieve their aims of having at least 80% of its sales be from full-electric models by 2030.
The Volkswagen ID.3 is a spacious family car that balances great range and terrific performance at an affordable price. It’s a great-looking car that blends the familiar VW aura with a futuristic, sleek style. Prices start for the ID.3 at £36,375, and if you’re in the market for an EV at this price, then the ID.3 might be ideal for you.
The ID.3 is sensible, practical and a fun car to drive. It’s been such a hit that it quickly developed a keen fanbase equal to that of the well-loved e-Golf it replaced. The car’s rivals are the likes of the Nissan Leaf, Tesla Model 3 and the Cupra Born.
Despite the ID. 3’s copious pros, it has some minor issues, such as an odd interior design and frustrating infotainment/button system. However, these aren’t major issues, and if the biggest issue is surface-level like this, it bodes well for the car. The ID.3 is a significant step for VW and proves they are committed to electric vehicles.
It is innovative and distinctive and offers a spectacular performance for what is essentially a family car. At this price range, it is one of the best cars available.
The Volkswagen ID.4 is essentially the ID. 3’s SUV upgrade. It’s based on the same MED platform and shares most of the same technology; it’s simply bigger, taller and offers a few new benefits. The ID.4 is closely related to other Volkswagen Group EVs like the Skoda Enyaq.
Because the ID.4 is so similar to ID.3, you won’t be surprised to hear it shares many of the same positives and flaws. It has a good range and performance and is fun to drive. Still, it also has that awkward interior and frustrating infotainment, which isn’t a high price to pay considering the car’s brilliant performance and battery capacity. Like the ID.3, there isn’t much to single out to criticise; it’s a great car.
Ultimately its only major failing is that some of its rivals, like the Peugeot e-2008, Kia Niro EV, Volvo XC40 Recharge and Ford Mustang Mach-E, are more nimble and offer similarly excellent driving experiences. Prices for the ID.4 start from £38,105, which makes its quiet, refined driving experience good value for money.
It’s got a roomy cabin, big boot and is a great family car. The only problem is that it’s not necessarily a better car than some of its competitors, like the Kia Niro EV, which is much cheaper, with starting prices of just £27,405.
The Volkswagen ID.5 is the coupe-roofed version of the ID.4, but it is considerably more expensive. It is VW’s electric flagship car. The ID.5 is a great car with many of the same pros as the other ID models; good range, performance and quality looks.
However, it also shares the same annoyances: infotainment and interior, which become more frustrating at this higher price point, as prices start for the ID.5 at £49,970, considerably more expensive than the ID.4. At this higher price, you would expect VW to have solved these issues. Despite its high price, driving the ID.5 isn’t any more exciting than the ID.4.
The ID. 5’s rivals include other flagship electric cars like the Tesla Model Y, Volvo V40, Ford Mustang Mach-E and the Kia EV6. Despite its good looks and practicality, its price makes it hard to recommend over its rivals or even the other ID cars. For example, the Skoda Enyaq has a nicer interior, the Kia EV6 has a more dynamic drive, and the Tesla Model Y has better performance for a similarly priced car.
All this focus on its price probably makes the car sound worse than it is; it’s just a reflection of the state of the EV market right now, being packed with great competition. The ID.5 is a good car that will suit plenty of motorists.
Somewhat out of step with the other ID models is the ID. Buzz, which, although based on the same MEB architecture, is a very different vehicle. It’s a people carrier with retro looks, an homage to the Volkswagen Transporter, which brings much-needed versatility to VW’s new ID range.
With the ID. Buzz, VW has created a stylish people carrier that offers people searching for a great family wagon a great experience. It’s spacious, has plenty of boot space, and has a great range and performance, synonymous with the ID range. It is available as a minivan called the ID. Buzz Cargo.
It’s not a cheap car, with prices starting at over £56,000; however, that is similar to the cost of the plug-in hybrid variant of the Volkswagen Multivan, so it’s still good value. Its rivals include the Citroen e-Berlingo and Vauxhall Vivaro-E, but cheaper alternatives are available.
The ID. Buzz has loads of personality and is possibly the best EV people carrier on the market.
The Volkswagen e-Golf is a former favourite of British motorists, which was discontinued upon the release of the ID.3. It’s a great car, essentially an electrified version of the VW Golf. It quickly became one of the most successful EVs in the UK, thanks to its non-striking looks that offered hesitant motorists a stepping stone into the EV market. It’s a quietly impressive car without awe-inspiring specifications.
If you’re interested in the VW e-Golf, you can get it second-hand from between £10,510 - £23,435.
Volkswagen is only just getting started. Smaller ID.1 and ID.2 models are being planned, and although their release date isn’t yet available, these models plan to bring electrification to the city car and supermini. They also plan a larger ID.7, which will be launched in late 2023 to replace the Passat. It will be a large family car.
Astute readers might realise we’ve skipped the ID.6 and wonder why it is missing. The answer is that it has already been released, but only in China; a European launch is unlikely.
Alongside its ID range, Volkswagen offers a wide range of hybrid cars. Hybrid cars aren’t as ecologically friendly as full-electric cars as they still use a combustion engine and emit CO2. However, they are better for the environment than regular cars. A hybrid means you won’t have to worry about range anxiety.
Some of VW’s cars are plug-in hybrids, while others are full hybrids. The difference is that a plug-in hybrid can be charged at a charging point, while full hybrids primarily use regenerative braking to charge. Plug-in hybrids use their battery as their main power source, while full hybrids only use their battery to drive at slower speeds.
VW have plenty of hybrid cars available such as:
The electric car is here to stay. Many car makers like Volkswagen plan to focus on electric car manufacturing and have most of their global sales by 2030 be from electric vehicles. We’re currently experiencing an explosion of EV infrastructure in the UK. There are now more cars for people to choose from and more and more charging points across the country.
Some motorists have access to a home charging station, others have chargers in their workplace, but most drivers rely on public charging to ensure their batteries are full. Public charging is the fastest way to charge and is the only place to find rapid and ultra-rapid charging.
Public charging is affordable, accessible and convenient. However, if you travel frequently, it can become a hassle, as each public charging network has different requirements. Some need you to buy an RFID card, some require you to purchase a membership, and most need you to download an app. If you charge at enough networks, you can clutter your phone and rack up a large charging bill.
The best way to discover charging stations is with Bonnet. Bonnet is our app that allows drivers to quickly locate the nearest charging station within their budget, providing the charging speeds they are looking for. Bonnet lets you use multiple networks’ charging points with just one app, meaning you don’t have to download hundreds of apps to charge.
We’ve partnered with some of the UK’s best charging networks to ensure every driver can find their perfect charger using our app. Bonnet doesn’t just work in the UK but also across Europe, in destinations like the Netherlands, France and Germany.
We have 17+ charging network partners, including notable networks such as:
You can do all this for free with Bonnet. However, we also offer a membership to allow customers to get discounts on their charging. We call this membership Bonnet Boosts; there are two options for motorists.
The first is Light Boost, which is £2 monthly for 10% off your charging bill. That’s just £24 annually for hundreds of pounds worth of savings. Light Boost is ideal for drivers with access to a personal charging point but still charge at public charging stations.
Our other option is Turbo Boost, which is £8 monthly for 15% off your charging at our partners’ charging stations. Turbo Boost is the perfect way to charge if you don’t have access to a charging point at work or home and rely on public charging points.
Bonnet can help you find charging points easier and save you money. Download Bonnet today, and make charging less stressful.
Volkswagen’s best-selling all-electric car is the ID.4, which sold around 170,000 units in 2022.
The Volkswagen ID.3 prices start from £36,375, the ID.4s start from £38,105 and the ID.5 prices start from £49,970. The ID. Buzz price starts from £58,044.
Yes, Volkswagen released its first full-electric car in 2014 with the e-Golf. Currently, they have four all-electric cars available in showrooms, the ID.3, ID.4, ID.5 and the ID. Buzz. They have plans to expand their range and produce more fully-electric cars.
