Batteries guaranteed on Volkswagen ID. models

Models from Volkswagen’s electric brand ID. will have batteries that are guaranteed to retain at least 70 per cent of their usable capacity even after eight years or 160,000 kilometres, the manufacturer has announced.

Volkswagen will offer the ID. batteries in different sizes which means drivers that do not do long distances can opt for a battery with a relatively low energy content. This will make their vehicle less expensive. Those who frequently drive long distances can choose a larger battery.

Depending on the battery and vehicle type in question, the range is quoted to be between 217 to 342 miles (WLTP).

Volkswagen also designed the batteries to be able to accommodate a charging capacity of up to 125 kW, which is higher than anything achieved to date in the ID.3 segment and ensures fast charging and shorter charging stops.

Volkswagen has designed a new range of wall boxes with charging capacities of up to 11 kilowatts (AC).

Volkswagen will launch production of the ID.3 before the end of the year.