Volkswagen ID.4 GTX High Performance EV Spied for the First Time - Automotive News & Information

This prototype is very black and we see some aggressive body modifications.

[UPDATE] Twenty new spy photos have been added to the gallery’s beginning. This new imagery gives you a better view of the sleek electric SUV.

A car enthusiast’s quick actions lead to the discovery of the rumored Volkswagen ID.4 GTX. Last year, we reported that VW was developing modified versions of its forthcoming line-up of electric ID models. They used the GTX suffix as a way to identify them. We now have photos taken by one of our spy sources that show what appears to be an crossover.

We only have photos of the prototype’s rear taken with a smartphone. Unfortunately, these are not all available. We can still see the ID.4 similarities in the profile. We can also see some key differences that indicate this is an ID.4 GTX prototype.

Volkswagen ID.4 GTX High Performance EV Spied for the First Time

The rear spoiler, located at the bottom of the glass, is what stands out. The roof and C-pillar look different. All of the ID.4 photos have a thicker roof, while the test vehicle has a more sloping roof. The C-pillar appears thinner and there is a rear fascia with fake exhaust outlets. This camouflage wrap may be covering an entirely different design than the standard model.

The gossip world is a bit quiet about GTX upgrades. The standard ID.4 will come with either a single motor or dual-motor setup. This gives the EV rear- or all-wheel drive. It’s almost certain that the GTX will turn all four wheels due to the model’s performance and the X in GTX likely denoting an all-wheel-drive.

Inside Evos pointed out that the ID Crozz concept produced 302 horsepower (225kilowatts), so this seems like a good place for VW to start. VW will need to be able to compete with the Tesla Model or the upcoming Mustang Mach E.

The arrival date of the ID.4 GTX is unknown. VW is expected to unveil the standard ID.4 before 2020. The performance model will likely be revealed in 2020.

Source: Ibrahim_Mohammad_i for CarPix