However, there are no plans to launch the device in Europe.
The Volkswagen ID.6 was our first sighting last year, and it appears that the seven-seater electric crossover is nearly complete. A new report claims that it will debut in production form at the Shanghai Auto Show in April, two years after being previewed at the same event as Volkswagen ID. Roomzz concept.
Automotive News reports that the German manufacturer will present two versions of its EV at the Shanghai exhibition. They are the ID6 X (or ID6 Cross) Both versions will be made by two Chinese joint ventures. They will be promoted as cheaper Tesla ModelX alternatives in China.
Ralf Brandstaetter (VW brand CEO), stated that the ID6 X, and ID6 Cross were presenting at Shanghai motor show a seven seat SUV specifically designed for China.
The publication also claims that the ID.6 could soon be available for purchase in the US. According to a spokesperson for the automaker, AN Although it is possible, there is no other information at this time. VW stated clearly that the ID.6 will not be sold in any form in Europe.
The ID.6 will be riding on the MEB electric vehicle platform, just like the rest Volkswagen ID family members. The concept was fitted with an electric motor that produces a maximum output of horsepower (225 kilowatts) as well as an 82-kilowatt hour battery. This gave it an estimated range of 280 (450 km) in the WLTP test.
The mass production of the ID.6 in China should start shortly after the Shanghai Auto Show. It will likely arrive in the United States next year if it is given the go-ahead.