Volkswagen ID.Cross arrives in 2026: specs, range and price

Volkswagen is gearing up to broaden its electric portfolio, with the compact SUV ID.Cross slated to hit the market in 2026. A production-spec car has already been spotted without camouflage, giving a clear look at the final design and key details. While the front lighting is still partially masked with stickers, it’s evident that the road-going ID.Cross closely mirrors the concept.

Up front, expect a full-width LED light bar, an illuminated emblem, and the absence of a traditional radiator grille—visual cues that underline its electric identity. The side view leans on compact proportions, a “floating” roof, large wheels, and conventional door handles, while the rear is set to feature a continuous light strip and pronounced crossover cladding. The clean, grille-less face and tidy surfacing give it a modern, cohesive stance without shouting about it.

The cabin follows the concept’s theme. There’s a separate digital instrument display and a square central screen for the infotainment system, all arranged with an emphasis on simplicity and minimalism. The straightforward layout should make daily use more intuitive—something entry-level EVs don’t always get right.

Technically, the Volkswagen ID.Cross rides on the MEB Entry platform. A front-mounted electric motor is rated at 208 horsepower, with a top speed limited to 175 km/h. WLTP range is quoted at up to 420 kilometers, positioning the model well for city driving and routine trips beyond the urban grid. On paper, 208 horsepower is ample for a compact crossover, and that range lands in a sweet spot for everyday needs.

The official debut is expected in 2026, with sales set to begin in the fall. In Europe, the starting price is projected to be around 27,000 euros, making the ID.Cross one of the most attainable electric SUVs in Volkswagen’s lineup. If Volkswagen delivers on that figure, it would meaningfully lower the barrier to entry for new EV buyers.

Volkswagen is clearly aiming at the mainstream, and the ID.Cross looks poised to become a pivotal option for those stepping into their first electric car without paying a premium. If the promised range and pricing hold, it has every chance to be a standout in the compact electric crossover class—the kind of pragmatic formula that tends to win over real-world buyers.