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Volkswagen ID.6 World Premiere | E-offensive in China continues to gain momentum

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Find everything you need to know about the ID.6 Crozz and ID.6 X in this Volkswagen press release.
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The Volkswagen brand is driving its electrification offensive in China at full speed. The third model in the ID. family, the ID.6, has now been unveiled at the Auto Shanghai. Two versions of the fully electric family SUV are available: The ID.6 CROZZ is being manufactured in the north of China and the ID.6 X in the southern part of the country. The multi-variable all-round model has room for up to seven people. The ID.6 is a continuation of Volkswagen’s regionalisation strategy and is another important step towards becoming the most sought-after brand for sustainable mobility in China.
E-offensive in China continues to gain momentum: World premiere of the ID.6
“With the new ID.6, we are laying the foundations for at least 50 percent of our cars sold in China being electric by 2030,” said Ralf Brandstätter, CEO of the Volkswagen brand. “We are maintaining momentum and gradually increasing our range of MEB cars: By 2023, Volkswagen will have a total of eight ID. models in China, making MEB nationwide there. The economies of scale that we have achieved allow us to offer the latest technology at an affordable price - and thus further expand our electric offensive.”

Like the compact ID.302 and the ID.403, the third member of the fully electric family is also based on the Modular Electric Drive Kit (MEB). The ID.6 makes full use of the strengths of MEB: It enables consistently high quality worldwide, with equally high standards – and also leaves room to develop individual models specifically for certain markets or regions of the world. The ID.6 is tailored specifically to the needs and wishes of Chinese customers in terms of space, functionality, design and, in particular, user experience.

The ID.6 includes many innovations: The most spacious model of the ID. family to date has gone in the direction of lots of interior space and creates design highlights in lighting and material. Available in four configurations, with a range of up to 588 km (China NEDC) and 225 kW of power, as well as the standard MEB IQ.Drive systems, up to seven people can travel with power, in style and safely in the ID.6.

The two batteries available have a storage capacity of 58 kWh and 77 kWh of net battery capacity, and allow a range of between 436 and 588 km (China NEDC). The battery is located under the passenger cabin, guaranteeing a low centre of gravity. The e-machines of the 4MOTION version produce an output of 225 kW (305 PS) – enough to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds and for a top speed of 160 km/h.

The ID. family is growing: A long wheelbase and an extra 30 centimetres of length make for plenty of room for passengers

The 4.88-metre ID.6 uses the architecture of Volkswagen’s Modular Electric Drive Kit (MEB), partitioning the areas for people and technology innovatively and to the benefit of passengers. With the aid of an additional 30 centimetres in length compared with the ID.43, the ID.6 accommodates a third row of seats. The features of the ID.6 include 19”-21” rims, a second row of seats that can be adjusted longitudinally and a large panoramic glass roof. A panoramic sunroof that opens is available as an optional extra.

Contemporary operating concept typical of ID.

The e-SUV comes without any physical buttons and switches. The operating concept uses a 12-inch display with a touchscreen – and the “Hello ID.” voice control. The innovative ID. Light – a narrow strip light below the windscreen – provides the driver with intuitive support. An augmented reality head-up display is available as an optional extra, which merges some notifications with reality – for example, turn arrows from the navigation system are projected onto the correct lane on the road. The IQ.Drive assistance systems make driving even more relaxed; notably Travel Assist. The software and hardware of the ID.6 have an innovative architectural design, allowing customers to update their cars after purchase.

Volkswagen’s ACCELERATE strategy: The future of mobility is electric

Volkswagen is approaching the future-oriented topics of digitalisation, new business models and autonomous driving with determination. With the ID. family, a new stand-alone product range, Volkswagen recently expanded the brand’s traditional product portfolio. After the compact ID.3 and the SUV ID.4, the ID.6 is the third fully electric model. With the ID.6, Volkswagen will now be represented in the SUV sector, currently experiencing a global boom.

The ID.6 will be produced in the two plants Anting and Foshang in China, and will only be available on the Chinese market in these two variants. As part of the brand’s ACCELERATE strategy, Volkswagen is expediting the electrification offensive on the way to becoming the global leader in e-mobility. The foundation of which is the introduction of a new MEB car each year, aiming to achieve high volumes and cover all sectors. This emphasises the brand’s target of at least 70 percent of cars sold in Europe being electric by 2030; and at least 50 percent in North America and China.
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Love full load: Volkswagen’s electric mobility offensive accelerates. The ID.6 specially designed for China is launched online globally
  • The first ID model built specifically for China. Members of Volkswagen’s latest ID. family will be unveiled in two versions: SAIC Volkswagen ID.6 X and FAW-Volkswagen ID.6 CROZZ
  • Smart, generous and intuitive driving easily. ID.6 adopts a 6-seater or 7-seater layout, equipped with leapfrog top technology, making driving more secure
  • The electric travel offensive accelerates. In 2021, 5 ID. family models will be launched in China
[April 17, 2021, Shanghai] Volkswagen’s ID. family’s flagship SUV model, ID.6, made its global debut online today. This pure electric SUV was specially built for China and was unveiled in two versions-SAIC Volkswagen ID.6 X and FAW-Volkswagen ID.6 CROZZ. As the latest masterpiece of Volkswagen's push for electric mobility, ID.6 adopts a 6-seater or 7-seater layout to meet the diverse tastes and needs of Chinese users with more flexible choices. Dr. Feng Sihan, CEO of Volkswagen Passenger Car Brand China, said: " From the very beginning, our goal was to build ID.6 into a'mobile resting room' to bring Chinese users an extremely smooth, comfortable and secure experience. ID.6 Based on MEB platform research and development, it has ample space and is equipped with a number of top technologies, such as intuitive augmented reality head-up display and Travel Assist cruise assist system that can realize semi-autonomous driving assistance. " With the acceleration of digital transformation, Volkswagen uses innovative expansion Reality (XR) technology demonstrated ID.6 to the world for the first time, presenting various product highlights of ID.6 through a full range of immersive interactive methods, leading global audiences to explore new possibilities in the future world. ID.6 will be shown to the public for the first time at the 2021 Shanghai International Auto Show, which opens on April 19, and it will also be the first international auto show this year. As the Chinese market gradually recovers from last year's volatile situation, the development of the automotive industry has accelerated. Powerful design and new body proportions create ample space

The appearance of ID.6 uses soft line transitions, which complements the sharp and distinct edge design. While emphasizing the shape of power, it demonstrates the modern aesthetic style and elegant style. In order to improve battery life and energy efficiency, ID.6 adopts excellent aerodynamic design. The smooth roof line extends to the rear and is connected to the wide spoiler on the upper part of the rear window to reduce air resistance. In addition, the luminous emblems on the front and rear of the car cleverly deduced the design concept of lighting as a chrome decoration, and the highly recognizable shape of ID.6 was highlighted on the streets of China. The exterior lighting has undergone an innovative design, and the dynamic lighting effects of welcome and departure have been renewed. The semi-hidden door handles are also designed with exterior atmosphere lights. Thanks to the MEB platform, ID.6 has a very generous interior space. The short front and rear overhangs and the long wheelbase of 2965 mm can accommodate 3 rows of seats, realizing a flexible 6-seater or 7-seater layout to meet the needs of family travel. The suspended instrument panel design and panoramic glass sunroof further enhance the spaciousness of the car.

Digital technology brings intuitive and safe travel experience ID.6 adopts intuitive human-computer interaction mode, interior lighting, sunroof control and other operations use touch technology, and also has a series of leading technologies such as voice control, bringing more humanity An interactive experience. The ID. Light intelligent interactive light strip can communicate with users in a visual way, such as displaying information about driving assistance systems and navigation systems, or prompting incoming calls. The augmented reality head-up display (AR HUD) integrates traffic and driving information with the real world, and projects the information on the windshield in the form of virtual instructions and animations. In order to bring a more relaxed and secure travel experience, ID.6 is also equipped with the IQ.DRIVE system that integrates multiple intelligent driving assistance functions such as the new generation Travel Assist cruise assist system. In addition, Volkswagen provides support for various functions of ID.6 through a new E3 electronic architecture, which can also support OTA remote updates, and plans to provide update services to Chinese users from the end of this year. Worry-free battery life, flexible charging and quiet travel experience

As a real Volkswagen model, ID.6 has undergone rigorous testing in various environments. More than 800 test vehicles have been tested globally and in China for more than 6 million kilometers to ensure that the quality, reliability, safety and durability of ID.6 meet Volkswagen's stringent quality requirements. ID.6 uses Volkswagen's pioneering pure electric MEB platform, and the expandable battery module is placed under the car. The model offers two battery options, and the actual cruising range can be up to 580 kilometers (NEDC), eliminating users’ concerns about cruising range. The charging method of ID.6 is very flexible. Users can charge it with 7 kilowatts of alternating current, or choose up to 100 kilowatts of direct current for fast charging. In addition, the electric drive system makes travel more stable and quiet, and the special soundproof glass and excellent soundproof design of the body and chassis further enhance the quietness of the vehicle.

Steadily advancing the electric mobility offensive Volkswagen is committed to becoming the preferred brand of Chinese users in the field of new energy vehicles, and continues to write about its success in the overall passenger car market. Therefore, Volkswagen is continuing to push forward the electric mobility offensive based on its brand strategy of “Moving Forward, Leading to the Future”. ID.6 will be launched this summer and will become another pure electric SUV of Volkswagen's ID. family after ID.4. ID.4 was first released in China 6 months ago and has been well received since the delivery started at the end of March. In China, ID.4 also provides two versions of models to fully meet the diverse needs of the world's largest automotive market. In the second half of this year, Volkswagen will also launch its fifth ID. family model in China. By 2023, the ID. family's product lineup in China will be expanded to eight models, and Volkswagen is constantly striding forward to a future of electrification, full interconnection and carbon neutrality.
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