The electric onslaught

Volkswagen recently conducted a conference to outline its ambitious strategy for an electric future, setting an unyielding pace with eleven new models poised to hit the market within three years. As the impending ban on new internal combustion engine vehicles in Europe looms by 2035, automakers like Volkswagen are already leaping ahead with a robust lineup.

The current fleet includes the ID.3 and SUVs such as the ID.4 and ID.5, alongside the saloon ID.7 and the nostalgic ID.Buzz, which has captured hearts during test drives. Yet, resting on laurels isn't part of Volkswagen's game plan – as evidenced by their recent product roadmap presentation.

A glimpse into the future

At the forefront is the highly anticipated ID.2all, set to challenge competitors with a price tag under $25,000 – directly taking on rivals like Citroën ë-C3 and Renault's new R5 E-Tech. The model will also see a sportier variant in the form of the ID.GTI, showcased at last year's Munich Motor Show.

The upcoming estate version of their electric saloon, dubbed ID.7 Tourer, has already made its debut along with the long-wheelbase iteration of the iconic ID.Buzz slated for release this year. These models are not exactly industry secrets, having been flaunted publicly through various channels including photos presented at conferences.

The secret's out: Entry-level excitement

An intriguing silhouette teased during Volkswagen's presentation hinted at an entry-level electric model – likely to be none other than the much-anticipated but not officially confirmed ID.1. With a proposed price point under $22,000, this vehicle might share some underpinnings with Renault's upcoming electric Twingo as both vie for dominance against potential contenders like Smart ForTwo's eventual successor.

This strategic move could prove pivotal for Volkswagen as it aims to navigate through financial strain within its electric division by offering accessible electric mobility to a broader demographic.

Volkswagen's grand plan

In total, no less than 11 new electric vehicles are planned for rollout by 2027 – including an SUV version of their ID.2all which had been teased earlier this year through partial images without revealing much about its release timeline.

A mystery SUV codenamed ‘A-Main SUVe' stirs speculation about an electrified version of their popular Tiguan model which could potentially materialize by 2026 alongside another enigmatic model referred to as ‘ID.4 PA' where details remain scarce at best.

East meets West: A tech-forward partnership

No one can overlook Volkswagen's partnership with Chinese automaker Xpeng that promises two co-developed models equipped with state-of-the-art technologies such as rapid-charging capabilities achieved in just fifteen minutes and advanced autonomous driving features that have already proven successful in existing Xpeng vehicles.

Set for initial release in China by 2026 before considering further international expansion – these collaborative efforts between East and West mark an exciting chapter for Volkswagen's global EV strategy.

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