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Miami Herald
a day ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Future VW Golf R EV Could Use Radical In-Wheel Motors
Volkswagen is said to be working on a hot version of the ID 2 small hatchback, likely to be known as the ID 2 R. While VW doesn't sell a hatchback smaller than the Golf in the United States, the ID 2 R could pave the way for the future all-electric Golf R, and VW seems to have come up with a clever way of integrating electric motors. These plans were revealed by Autocar, with its sources suggesting the ID 2 R will use electric hub motors situated in the rear wheels. As we'll see, this layout has multiple benefits. VW is already expected to debut the electric in 2026, but the new ID 2 R will be a lot more advanced. In addition to the front-mounted electric motor in the GTI, the R model will get independently controlled motors within the rear wheels, dramatically increasing performance and enabling all-wheel drive, which has traditionally been associated with the Golf R. By not going the more conventional dual-motor route, VW will be able to save weight and reduce the impact on trunk space, both important considerations in a compact car. Whereas the ID 2 GTI will make around 286 horsepower, a more likely output in the three-motor ID 2 R will be about 400 hp. This, together with the torque vectoring made possible by the hub motors, should make for a shockingly quick and agile hot hatch. Even more performance could be extracted from the larger Golf R EV with the same setup. While hub motors have many advantages, they can also increase unsprung mass - the weight of the components not supported by the suspension - which can negatively impact handling and grip. On the upside, the ID 2 R's tech has the potential to filter through to other small VWs with all-wheel drive. It would also allow cars with FWD, RWD, and AWD to be more easily built on the same platform, reducing costs and complexity. For now, the Golf R will soldier on as a potent ICE hatchback with its 328-hp turbo engine, snappy dual-clutch transmission, and dependable AWD system. But the potential of an electric successor looks bright - don't expect it to arrive much earlier than 2029 or 2030, though, especially with multiple brands backtracking on their EV plans. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Motor 1
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
The Electric Volkswagen Golf GTI Will Be a 'Monster'
Volkswagen has teased electric versions of its beloved GTI performance range for years now. The tiny concept from 2023 gave us our first real taste of a performance EV, while the company just recently announced an ID.3 GTI for Europe next year. An electric Golf GTI is also on the docket, and new details have us even more excited for the upcoming electric hot hatch. In an interview with AutoExpress , Volkswagen CEO Thomas Schäfer said that the new Golf GTI EV will be here before the end of the decade—and it will be a "monster." Volkswagen Concept "At the end of the decade, we will bring an electric Golf [GTI], and that will be a monster car," said Schäfer. "I'm very happy with the progress. It's cool. You can make it exciting, it has to be exciting, it has to be authentic. If we bring a GTI, it has to be a [true] GTI." But that's not all. Schäfer also confirmed the arrival of a Golf R EV , which was previously rumored but never outright confirmed. While the electric Golf R will opt for an all-wheel-drive setup, the electric Golf GTI will maintain its signature front-wheel-drive configuration with electric motors powering the front axle exclusively. Both the electric GTI and Golf R models will ride on Volkswagen Group's new Scalable Systems Platform (SSP). The SSP will be used extensively throughout the VW Group portfolio, in every brand from Skoda, to Lamborghini, to Volkswagen. That scalable platform can be broken down by size and price depending on the vehicle, and uses technology that Schäfer dubs "mind-blowing." Volkswagen ID. GTI Concept "We've driven a few prototypes on the new setup, and it's mind-blowing," he says. "What about the sound? What about the total feel, the handling, and so on. It can be done." The electric Golf GTI won't show up for another five years, while the electric Golf R likely won't arrive until after that. The first EV in VW's GTI portfolio will be based on the ID.2 and exclusively for Europe. Essentially, a production version of the concept we saw two years ago. The ID.3 GTI, meanwhile, will also show up sometime next year in Europe. More On The GTI Volkswagen GTI: No Manual, But You Can Play Pac-Man Now Sad: This Is the Last Manual GTI Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Source: AutoExpress Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Volkswagen previews its €20,000 EV for everyone
As promised, Volkswagen unveiled its upcoming entry-level electric vehicle at an event on Wednesday in Wolfsburg, Germany. The automaker describes the concept car as a "smart, flexible and affordable" EV for the masses… as long as those masses live in Europe. The production version is expected to start at around €20,000 (US$21,583) when it arrives in 2027. The car joins the ID.2all and sport version of the in using Volkswagen's MEB modular platform, which is designed to be flexible enough to support everything from compact cars like the wee to bulkier SUVs. The company plans to roll out four electric models (including this one) based on the front-wheel drive version of the platform by 2027. In addition, Volkswagen says the will be its first model to run on a "fundamentally new, particularly powerful software architecture," which sounds like the fruit of its $5 billion partnership with Rivian, announced last year. The automaker describes the (unconfirmed but probably Rivian-based) platform as making the concept car more future-proof, allowing it to be "equipped with new functions throughout its entire life cycle." As a budget EV, its specs won't make your jaw drop but could still hit a nice balance point for price-conscious buyers. The concept car can reach over 80 mph (130 km/h), thanks to its 70 kW (94 horsepower) electric drive motor. Volkswagen rates it for a range of at least 155 miles (250 km). The compact EV is a mere 12.7 ft. long, placing it between the automaker's now-retired up! (11.8 ft.) and the ID.2all (13.3 ft.). The has room for four and a cargo volume of 10.8 cubic feet. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. As for its cute appearance, Volkswagen Head of Design Andreas Mindt said, "Our ambition was to create something bold yet accessible. The ID. EVERY1 has a self-assured appearance but remains likeable – thanks to details such as the dynamic front lights and the 'smiling' rear. These design elements make it more than just a car: they give it character and an identity that people can relate to." If this sounds like the budget car of your dreams, well, you'd better live in Europe, or you're probably out of luck. Volkswagen describes the as being "from Europe for Europe," which sure doesn't like it translates to America-bound. You can get a better look for yourself in the gallery below.
