Volkswagen has unveiled the production ID. Cross, a compact electric crossover that occupies roughly the same position in the brand’s new lineup as the petrol-powered T-Cross. The model features front-wheel drive, two traction batteries, three power outputs and a range of up to 427 km on the WLTP cycle.
The world premiere of the Volkswagen ID. Cross took place on 15 July 2026. The company also opened pre-orders in Germany that day. The model is scheduled to reach European markets in autumn 2026, although the exact delivery start date will depend on the country.
From concept to production model
The upcoming compact electric crossover was first shown on 7 September 2025 at the IAA Mobility show in Munich. Volkswagen presented the ID. CROSS Concept and announced that the production car would arrive in 2026.
On 16 March 2026, the manufacturer disclosed the main specifications of the pre-production vehicle: the MEB+ platform, front-wheel drive, two batteries and an estimated starting price of around 28 000 euros. Volkswagen officially presented the final version on 15 July 2026.
The production car retains the concept’s overall idea, but some specifications have been revised. The claimed maximum range has increased from 420 to 427 km, while the main luggage compartment has grown from 450 to 475 litres. The front storage compartment retains its 25-litre capacity.
Volkswagen ID. Cross: key specifications
Parameter | Value |
Vehicle type | Compact electric crossover, 5 seats |
Platform | Volkswagen MEB+ |
Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
Power output | 85, 99 or 155 kW (116, 135 or 211 hp) |
Batteries | 37 kWh LFP or 52 kWh NMC, usable capacity |
WLTP range | Up to 316 or up to 427 km, depending on the battery |
DC charging | Up to 90 or 105 kW |
AC charging | Up to 11 kW |
Length | 4 153 mm |
Width | 1 794 mm |
Height | 1 581 mm |
Wheelbase | 2 601 mm |
Main luggage compartment | 475 litres |
Front storage compartment | 25 litres |
Starting price in Germany | From 27 995 euros for the upcoming base Trend version |
Two batteries and three power outputs
The ID. Cross is one of the first models on the updated MEB+ platform with front-wheel drive. The APP290 electric motor is mounted at the front and will be available in three versions: 85 kW, 99 kW and 155 kW. The unit’s name encodes its maximum torque in the number 290, with peak torque reaching 290 Nm.
Two batteries are available for the model. The entry-level version uses a lithium iron phosphate battery with 37 kWh of usable capacity. Its estimated range reaches 316 km under WLTP. The larger 52 kWh battery uses nickel-manganese-cobalt chemistry and provides up to 427 km of range.
Volkswagen has not yet detailed every combination of motor, battery and trim level. It has confirmed that the base ID. Cross Trend will pair an 85 kW motor with the 37 kWh battery. At launch, German buyers were offered the Life and Style versions with the 155 kW motor and 52 kWh battery.
How long does charging take?
The smaller battery supports DC charging at up to 90 kW, while the larger one supports up to 105 kW. According to Volkswagen, charging from 10 to 80% takes around 23 minutes for the 37 kWh battery and around 24 minutes for the 52 kWh battery.
The two versions have different peak charging rates, but their claimed charging times are almost identical. The reason lies in battery capacity and the shape of the charging curve, not just the maximum power available at the charging station. Both versions can accept up to 11 kW from a home or public AC charger. A detailed description of the batteries and charging system is available in Volkswagen’s official technical material.
Similar in size to the T-Cross, but more practical
The ID. Cross is 4 153 mm long, with a wheelbase of 2 601 mm. The electric platform has made it possible to increase the distance between the axles and use the cabin space more efficiently. The model seats five people.
The main luggage compartment holds 475 litres, which is 20 litres more than the internal-combustion T-Cross. A 25-litre additional compartment under the bonnet can hold the charging cable and small items.
The version with the 52 kWh battery can tow a trailer with a gross weight of up to 1 200 kg. The permitted vertical load on the towbar is 75 kg. The same limit applies to the dynamic roof load, so the manufacturer allows for the installation of a roof box or a compact tent.
Volkswagen brings back physical buttons
The cabin features a 10.25-inch digital instrument display and a 12.9-inch central infotainment screen. The instrument display includes a retro mode styled after the late version of the first-generation Volkswagen Golf, but it shows current power output and energy consumption instead of a tachometer.
The steering wheel and dashboard use conventional physical buttons. A separate volume control has been added to the centre console, and both the driver and front passenger can use it. This is a notable change from earlier ID. family electric cars, where many functions were moved to touch-sensitive controls.
Depending on the trim level, the ID. Cross will be available with matrix headlights, a 360-degree camera, remote smartphone parking, adaptive cruise control and Connected Travel Assist. The latter system can recognise a red traffic light and, within its capabilities, bring the vehicle to a stop. The 155 kW version will be offered with DCC adaptive suspension.
Trim levels and prices
The lineup includes the Trend, Life and Style trims. The base Trend will have 90 kW fast charging as standard. The Life includes 18-inch wheels, dual-zone climate control, adaptive cruise control and a rear-view camera. Style adds matrix lighting, heated seats and steering wheel, three-dimensional rear lights and keyless entry.
The 27 995-euro price applies only to the upcoming base Trend version on the German market. It is equipped with an 85 kW motor and a 37 kWh battery and will arrive later. The Life and Style versions available to order from 15 July 2026, with the 155 kW powertrain and 52 kWh battery, start at 36 525 euros in Germany.
Prices for other countries, the full list of standard equipment in each market and the exact dates of the first deliveries have not yet been fully disclosed. The German price list therefore cannot automatically be applied to other European markets.
What to know before sales begin
The ID. Cross is not an electric version of the existing T-Cross; it is a separate model built on a different platform. Despite its similar exterior dimensions, it offers more luggage space, a front storage compartment and a fully electric powertrain.
The model’s key confirmed figures are up to 427 km of range, charging from 10 to 80% in approximately 24 minutes and a 475-litre main luggage compartment. Before buying, however, customers will need to wait for local configurators: trim availability, prices, options and delivery times will vary between countries.
