Volkswagen is adding a compact electric SUV, the ID. Cross, to its budget EV lineup as high fuel prices and purchase subsidies push European buyers away from petrol variants like the T‑Cross. The ID. Cross starts at about €28,000 (≈$32,000) and is open for pre‑order; sales of a smaller‑battery version will start later. Volkswagen said the ID. Cross and lower‑priced electric variants of the Polo, Cupra Raval and Skoda Epiq will be built in Spain, where production costs are significantly lower tha

Volkswagen is adding a compact electric SUV, the ID. Cross, to its budget EV lineup as high fuel prices and purchase subsidies push European buyers away from petrol variants like the T‑Cross. The ID. Cross starts at about €28,000 (≈$32,000) and is open for pre‑order; sales of a smaller‑battery version will start later. Volkswagen said the ID. Cross and lower‑priced electric variants of the Polo, Cupra Raval and Skoda Epiq will be built in Spain, where production costs are significantly lower than in Germany, positioning the range to compete with models such as BYD’s Dolphin.