Production spec Volkswagen ID X concept in the works
Volkswagen boss Ralf Brandstätter has confirmed the hot ID X concept will begin production next year, likely badged as the ID 3 GTX.
- The concept is a performance-focused version of the ID 3
- Expected to get a 334hp, dual electric motor layout
- Will feature updated design
Volkswagen ID X concept: what is it?
According to Brandstätter the concept – which he revealed earlier this year – will provide the basis for a four-wheel-drive electric hot hatch based on the ID 3. It will be the second model in the new GTX family of performance models.
He declined to give details on its performance, but the powertrain from the larger ID 4 GTX is likely to be carried over. He did acknowledge that “more performance means less range” but said the full range of ID 3 batteries will be available.
It is part of Volkswagen’s ongoing commitment to produce enthusiast-oriented driver’s cars into the EV era. Brandstätter also said that Volkswagen is building a physical concept version of the ID 3 convertible previewed in 2020.
He also suggested that “something will come from R”, hinting that it will be adapted to serve as a dedicated sub-brand for hot EVs, in the same way GTX replaced GTI.
