Volkswagen: This is the future of ID.
IT'S HAPPENING Volkswagen premiere show at the second ID. Meeting in Locarno. In addition to the off-road study ID. Xtreme, other prototypes were shown, including the ID.5 GTX Xcite built by apprentices.
The all-electric concept vehicle ID. Xtreme (center gallery) with all-wheel drive is based on the ID.4 GTX. The result of the project is an off-roader that impresses with its robust appearance and performance capabilities.
A performance drive on the rear axle and software adjustments to the drive control unit increase the vehicle's system output by 65 kW to 285 kW compared with the ID.4 GTX - in other words, by almost 30 percent.
Modular drive system has enormous potential
Silke Bagschik, Head of Marketing & Sales and Series Manager (top center gallery): "The modular e-drive system has enormous technical potential. For many of our customers, the vehicle is far more than just a means of transport. With the ID. Xtreme, we are taking VW's electromobility to a new performance level."
Widened fenders from the 3D printer
Even from the outside, the VW ID. Xtreme shows that it is ready for any off-road adventure. A raised rally chassis, 18-inch offroad wheels, a modified crash carrier with additional front bumper and fenders widened by 50 millimeters, which were produced using 3D printing, give the study an authentic offroad look.
The interior of the study offers various highlights, including numerous Alcantara applications, a modified seating system and elements in the accent color orange.
From enthusiasts for the ID. Enthusiasts
Silke Bagschik: "The ID. Xtreme is made by enthusiasts at Volkswagen not just for ID. Enthusiasts in Locarno. We are excited to see how fans of electromobility react to the vehicle. Based on the feedback from our community, we will decide how to proceed with the project. I will soon be presenting the project in America. Am very curious about the reactions there."
Holistic mobility takes center stage
Surprise number 2: Volkswagen presents the ID. Treffen the ID.5 GTX Xcite (gallery below) to the public for the first time. The vehicle is a one-off build by apprentices. For one year, 14 of the best junior employees worked on the project under expert guidance.
In addition to the aspect of sustainability through vegan leather in the interior, the focus this time is on the idea of holistic mobility. The show car is based on the series version of the ID.5 GTX with 82 kWh battery and a maximum speed of 180 km/h.
Electric skateboard is part of the equipment
For the acoustics, a self-constructed digital sound system made of parts from Gladen, Musway and Bang & Olufsen is on board with ten speakers, a subwoofer and 2000 watts of total power.
A highlight is hiding in the trunk: The Teamgee H5 electric skateboard is the perfect piece for the last few meters from the parking lot to the finish line.
Positive reactions from participants and audience
In Locarno, there was much to see and hear in expert presentations about the future of ID. The meeting of and for fans of electromobility could become a green and sustainable meeting for electromobility, following the example of the GTI meeting on Lake Wörthersee. The question remains, will there be a third meeting in 2023?
Silke Bagschik: "The positive reactions of the riders and the audience have shown that ID. is an important topic. We will certainly be there again. We have enough ideas for new models or variants."
One can be curious.
