New Volkswagen ID.Life Concept
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The ID.Life is Volkswagen’s latest concept car. Due to arrive in 2025, the ID.Life could prove to be a significant car for the German manufacturer because of its competitive pricing.
The ID.Life will sit beneath the popular ID.3 in Volkswagen’s line-up. As the car nears production it will most likely take either the ID.1 or ID.2 badge.
Volkswagen has worked hard to try and produce an EV that will arrive on the market with pricing from just £17,000 (€20,000). Challenges surrounding this task has seen the production date drop back a couple of years in the process of its development.
Volkswagen is describing the concept as a crossover. It arrives in a 5 door layout with short front and rear overhangs.
One of the defining features of the ID.Life is its use of sustainable and innovative materials. Firstly, the bonnet and roof of the car are made from an air-filled fabric that is attached to the car by a zip. This has been created using recycled bottles.
Wood has been utilised for the dashboard and the clear finish on the paintwork has been achieved through wood chippings. The tyres consist of bio-oil, natural rubber and rice husks.
When it heads into production, the ID.Life will be the first Volkswagen to sit upon the new MEB Entry platform that will occupy new models from Cupra and SEAT too.
A 213bhp electric motor will power the front axle on the concept. This will help the car achieve a 0-62mph of just 6.9 seconds.
A 54kWh lithium-ion battery will also be able to provide a solid 248-mile range according to estimations. Fast charging has also been promised by Volkswagen ahead of its 2025 release.
The new ID aims to create an EV perfect for an urban lifestyle. The design has been styled with younger generations in mind and has been adapted to allow for social experiences.
An example of this can be seen with the inclusion of a mini cinema and gaming centre. A retractable projection screen will sit in front of the windscreen for use when the car is parked. The front seats can be folded flat to offer maximum space for the big screen. There’ll also be wireless phone charging too.