Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh (MY27)

Available since July 2026

£26,830Price from

51.7 kWhUseable Battery

210 miReal Range

246 Wh/miEfficiency

Price from £26,830

Availability Available to order
Available to order since July 2026
Available to order until -

Lease (BCH) from £279 pcm

Annual VED £10
Electric Car Grant applied £1,500
Insurance Group N/A
Price shown is On The Road Price: it includes VAT, first year VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery. The price also includes the Electric Car Grant of £1500. Contract hire estimate by e-car lease t/a CarLease (UK) Ltd who are a credit broker not a lender. Offer based on a business contract hire usership agreement, 6+35 profile, 10,000 miles per annum, excluding optional maintenance package and subject to VAT. Prices subject to terms and conditions.

Real Range between 150 - 320 mi

City - Cold Weather 205 mi
Highway - Cold Weather 150 mi
Combined - Cold Weather 175 mi
City - Mild Weather 320 mi
Highway - Mild Weather 195 mi
Combined - Mild Weather 245 mi
Indication of real-world range in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The actual range will depend on speed, style of driving, weather and route conditions.
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Long Distance Suitability
2 / 5

First Leg Distance 153 mi
Charging Stop 0mi
Second Leg Distance 78 mi
Total Distance 231 mi
First Leg Duration 2h 14min
Charging Stop 15 min
Second Leg Duration 1h 8min
Total Duration 3h 37min
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The 'long distance suitability' is a 5-star rating that indicates how suitable a vehicle is for long trips. The rating is based on the 1-Stop Range: the total distance a vehicle can cover with one charging stop of 15 minutes.

Battery

Nominal Capacity 56.0 kWh
Battery Type Lithium-ion
Number of Cells No Data
Architecture 400 V
Warranty Period 8 years
Warranty Mileage No Data
Useable Capacity 51.7 kWh
Cathode Material NMC
Pack Configuration No Data
Nominal Voltage 356 V
Form Factor Prismatic
Name / Reference No Data

Charging

Home / Destination

Charge Port Type 2
Port Location Right Side - Front
Charge Power † 11 kW AC
Charge Time (0->210 mi) † 5h45m
Charge Speed † 38 mph

Rapid Charging

Charge Port CCS
Port Location Right Side - Front
Charge Power (max) 105 kW DC
Charge Power (10-80%) 95 kW DC
Charge Time (21->168 mi) 24 min
Charge Speed 360 mph
Autocharge Supported No Data

Plug & Charge

Plug & Charge Supported Yes
Supported Protocol ISO 15118-2

Battery Preconditioning

Preconditioning Possible Yes
Automatically using Navigation Yes
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† This can only be achieved using a 3-phase grid connection. The majority of homes and charge points do not have this connection. In practice charge power will often be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 8h15m and a charge speed of 26 mph.
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Performance

Acceleration 0 - 62 mph 7.1 sec
Top Speed 99 mph
Electric Range 210 mi
Total Power 155 kW (208 hp)
Total Torque 214 lb-ft
Drive Front

Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)

Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)

V2L Supported Yes
Max. Output Power 3.6 kW AC
Exterior Outlet(s) 1 x Type 2 (Adapter)
Interior Outlet(s) -

Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)

V2H via AC Supported No
Max. Output Power -
V2H via DC Supported Announced
Max. Output Power No Data

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)

V2G via AC Supported No
Max. Output Power -
V2G via DC Supported Announced
Max. Output Power No Data

Energy Consumption

EVDB Real Range

Range 210 mi
Vehicle Consumption 246 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 164 mpg

WLTP Ratings (TEL)

Range 281 mi
Rated Consumption 214 Wh/mi
Vehicle Consumption 184 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent 189 mpg
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 220 mpg

WLTP Ratings (TEH)

Range 274 mi
Rated Consumption 220 Wh/mi
Vehicle Consumption 189 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent 184 mpg
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 214 mpg
TEL = Test Energy Low | TEH = Test Energy High
Rated = official figures as published by manufacturer. Rated consumption and fuel equivalency figures include charging losses.
Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems.
NOTE: The fuel equivalency figures are shown in IMPERIAL MPG. Figures in US MPG will differ significantly.

Real Energy Consumption between 162 - 345 Wh/mi

City - Cold Weather 252 Wh/mi
Highway - Cold Weather 345 Wh/mi
Combined - Cold Weather 295 Wh/mi
City - Mild Weather 162 Wh/mi
Highway - Mild Weather 265 Wh/mi
Combined - Mild Weather 211 Wh/mi
Indication of real-world energy use in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The energy use will depend on speed, style of driving, climate and route conditions.
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Dimensions and Weight

Length 4053 mm
Width 1816 mm
Width with mirrors 2000 mm
Height 1530 mm
Wheelbase 2592 mm
Weight Unladen (EU) 1576 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) 2020 kg
Max. Payload 519 kg
Cargo Volume 441 L
Cargo Volume Max 1240 L
Cargo Volume Frunk 0 L
Roof Load 75 kg
Tow Hitch Possible Yes
Towing Weight Unbraked 750 kg
Towing Weight Braked 1200 kg
Vertical Load Max 75 kg

Miscellaneous

Seats 5 people
Isofix Yes, 3 seats
Turning Circle 10.9 m
Platform VAG MEB+
EV Dedicated Platform Yes
Car Body Hatchback
Segment B - Compact
Roof Rails No
Heat pump (HP) Yes
HP Standard Equipment No, optional

Company Car Tax Indication

Financial Year 2026-27

BIK Tax Rate 4%
P11D Value from £28,275
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £1,131
BIK @ 20% £19 pcm
BIK @ 40% £38 pcm
BIK @ 45% £42 pcm

Financial Year 2027-28

BIK Tax Rate 5%
P11D Value from £28,275
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £1,414
BIK @ 20% £24 pcm
BIK @ 40% £47 pcm
BIK @ 45% £53 pcm

Financial Year 2028-29

BIK Tax Rate 7%
P11D Value from £28,275
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £1,979
BIK @ 20% £33 pcm
BIK @ 40% £66 pcm
BIK @ 45% £74 pcm
Go to the ID. Polo on the official Volkswagen website.
* = estimated value. Average energy consumption and range based on moderate drive style and climate. Real-life values may differ significantly. Pricing information might not be actual for some regions. No rights can be derived from the information on this site.

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Range comparision based on electric range only. Rapid charging comparison based on rapid charge rate. Comparisons can be based on estimates.

Home and Destination Charging (0 -> 100%)

Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.

Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196)
Charging Point Max. Power Power Time Rate
Wall Plug (2.3 kW) 230V / 1x10A 2.3 kW 26h30m 8 mph
1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) 230V / 1x16A 3.7 kW 16h30m 13 mph
1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) 230V / 1x32A 7.4 kW 8h15m 25 mph
3-phase 16A (11 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW 5h45m 37 mph
3-phase 32A (22 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW † 5h45m 37 mph

† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.

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Rapid Charging (10 -> 80%)

Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest amount of time. Charging power will decrease significantly after 80% state-of-charge has been reached. A typical rapid charge therefore rarely exceeds 80% SoC. The rapid charge rate of an EV depends on the charger used and the maximum charging power the EV can handle. The table below shows all details for rapid charging the Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh.

  • Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
  • Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
  • Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80%
  • Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2)
Charging Point Max. Power Avg. Power Time Rate
CCS (50 kW DC) 50 kW 45 kW † 51 min 170 mph
CCS (150 kW DC) 105 kW † 95 kW † 24 min 360 mph
CCS (350 kW DC) 105 kW † 95 kW † 24 min 360 mph
CCS (500 kW DC) 105 kW † 95 kW † 24 min 360 mph
This vehicle supports Plug & Charge

† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle

Plug & Charge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations in accordance with ISO 15118.

Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.

Volkswagen Claimed Specifications

The table below shows the claimed specifications from the manufacturer for charging the Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh. The specifications can differ from the table above for a variety of reasons. If real-world charge tests are available, these differences can be signifcant. If no real-world tests are available, the table above will be based on the manufacturer specifications as per the table below.

  • Max. Power: maximum charge power during charging session
  • Charge From: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is started
  • Charge To: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is ended
  • Time: time needed for charging session
Volkswagen Claimed Specifications
Max. Power Charge From Charge To Time
105 kW 10 % 80 % 24 min

Long Distance Suitability

How suitable an electric car is for long trips depends not only on the range. How quickly the car can charge plays an almost equally important role. Whether an EV is suitable for long trips depends on the battery capacity, efficiency, and fast charging capability.

To easily compare cars among each other, a benchmark has been established that combines these factors into the total distance a vehicle can cover with one 15-minute charging stop: the '1-Stop Range'. Based on the 1-Stop Range, the 5-star rating is determined. The result of the benchmark is shown in the graph below.

1-Stop Range

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5-Star Rating

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Revision of Rating

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Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh
2 / 5

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176 mi
2h 35min
15 min
89 mi
1h 19min
153 mi
2h 14min
15 min
78 mi
1h 8min
231 mi (3h 37min)
134 mi
1h 58min
15 min
68 mi
1h 0min
203 mi (3h 13min)
0 mi
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Mild Weather
266 mi 1-Stop Range
Average Conditions
231 mi 1-Stop Range
Cold Weather
203 mi 1-Stop Range

All about the Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh

Pricing

The Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh has an On The Road Price (OTR) of £28,330. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery. The Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh is eligible for an Electric Car Grant (ECG) of £1,500. The grant will be applied to the invoice of the car. The OTR Price including the ECG for the Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh is £26,830.

Drivetrain and Performance

The Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh is 155 kW (208 hp). The maximum torque is 214 lb-ft. The Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh is front wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 7.1 seconds. The top speed is 99 mph.

Battery and Charging

The battery of the Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh has a total capacity of 56 kWh. The usable capacity is 51.7 kWh. A range of about 210 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery. The actual range will however depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style.

For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in a range of around 150 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 320 mi.

Charging is done using a Type 2 connector and the on-board charger has a maximum power of 11 kW. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 5 hours 45 minutes. However, a 3-phase grid connection is needed to achieve this. The majority of homes and charge points currently do not have this connection. In most cases the maximum charging power will be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 8 hours 15 minutes and a charge rate of 26 mph. Charging the car using a regular wall plug will take around 26 hours 30 minutes.

Rapid charging is possible through a CCS connection. The maximum rapid charge power is 105 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 95 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 25 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 145 miles of range.

Energy Consumption

The combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh is about 246 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 164 mpg in a traditional petrol car.

The actual energy consumption will depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style. For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in an energy use of around 345 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 162 Wh per mile.

CO2 Emission

The Volkswagen ID. Polo 155 kW - 52 kWh emits no CO2 during driving. This only includes direct emissions from the vehicle itself. The energy needed to charge the battery might have been (partly) generated by the use of fossil fuels. Vehicles with an internal combustion engine will always emit CO2 during driving. Additionally, CO2 is emitted during the production and transport of fossil fuels.

More information from Volkswagen

The link below will open the page of the ID. Polo on the official Volkswagen site.

Go to the ID. Polo on the official Volkswagen website.

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