Auto Shanghai 2025: Volkswagen ID. Aura, ID. Era, and ID. Evo Concepts Unveiled

Volkswagen has unveiled three concepts—ID.Aura, ID. Era, and ID. Evo—in China, offering a peek into the brand’s upcoming smart electrified range. The concepts, developed in partnership with its Chinese joint venture companies, represent New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) in China—a category that encompasses not only fully electric vehicles but also hybrids and range-extended options tailored to local market demands. They boast distinct, cutting-edge technology and innovative design. The trio of concepts consists of two SUVs and a sleek sedan, and is designed to meet the diverse preferences of Chinese consumers in a rapidly growing Chinese market. Here's a closer look at what they offer.

Volkswagen Three New Concepts: Here’s All You Need to Know

The ID. Era, developed by SAIC Volkswagen, is a spacious three-row electric SUV that blends electric mobility with range-extending capability. Equipped with a built-in fuel-powered generator, it can recharge its battery while on the move, delivering a combined driving range that exceeds 1,000 kilometres. Of that, approximately 300 Kilometres can be driven purely on electric power, offering flexibility for both city commutes and long-distance travel without the constant need to stop and recharge.

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The ID. Evo, crafted by Volkswagen Anhui, is a striking, fully electric SUV designed to appeal to young, style-driven buyers. It marks the debut of Volkswagen's all-electric full-size SUV within the ID. Unyx family, and is built on a high-performance 800-volt architecture. The ID. Evo also introduces an advanced zonal electronic system, paving the way for next-generation digital features and seamless over-the-air software updates, promising an ever-evolving experience for its drivers.

The ID. Aura, developed by FAW-Volkswagen, is the inaugural concept built on Volkswagen's China-specific Compact Main Platform (CMP), featuring a zonal electronic architecture. This platform's high AI computing power enables advanced, yet intuitive, automated driving capabilities. 

The EV targets buyers in the value-oriented A-segment, and highlights a perfect blend of up-to-date technology and an appealing, energetic design.

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Inside, the centre console features a user interface and user experience reminiscent of a smartphone, complemented by an intelligent AI humanoid assistant that provides effortless command over the car's functions and infotainment system, creating a seamlessly connected journey.