So, is this basically an electric T-Cross?

That's the easiest way to think of it. The ID. Cross sits alongside the combustion-engined T-Cross in Volkswagen's small-SUV line-up, though it uses completely different underpinnings.

It shares the Volkswagen Group's MEB+ electric platform with the Volkswagen ID. Polo, Cupra Raval and Skoda Epiq, and will rival cars including the Renault 4 and Ford Puma Gen-E.

What powers the Volkswagen ID. Cross?

There will be three power outputs and two battery sizes, with all versions using front-wheel drive.

The entry-level 37kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery can be paired with either a 116hp or 135hp electric motor. It provides up to 196 miles of WLTP range and supports DC charging at up to 90kW.

A larger 52kWh nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) battery is combined with a 211hp motor, increasing the range to 271 miles and DC charging capability to 105kW.

Both batteries can be charged from 10-80 per cent in less than 30 minutes.

Is it a practical SUV?

Quite. Volkswagen quotes 475 litres of boot space, which is 20 litres more than the T-Cross, along with an additional storage compartment beneath the bonnet. Or 'frunk' if you're American.

There's also a 75kg load limit for the rear-mounted ball coupling, allowing it to carry equipment such as a bike rack.

Vehicle-to-load technology provides up to 3.6kW of external electrical power too, so an e-bike can theoretically be charged from the car. Preferably after you've stopped driving.

Has Volkswagen brought the buttons back?

It has. Following the company's touchscreen-heavy early ID models, the ID. Cross features physical controls on the steering wheel and dashboard, individual window switches and a rotary-style controller for infotainment volume and track selection.

The cabin also gets a 10.25-inch digital instrument display and 12.9-inch central touchscreen, while extensive fabric trim and ambient lighting are intended to give it a more relaxed, lounge-like atmosphere.

How much will the Volkswagen ID. Cross cost in the UK?

UK prices have yet to be confirmed, but the ID. Cross is expected to start at around £25,000, with deliveries beginning later in 2026.

It is not yet confirmed whether it will qualify for the UK government's Electric Car Grant. Its ID. Polo, Cupra Raval and Skoda Epiq relatives qualify for the lower £1,500 level of support, and the ID. Cross could potentially follow them.

Shane O' Donoghue - 15 Jul 2026