Volkswagen ID. Era 5S Began Presales in China at 17,175 USD
The plug-in hybrid sedan offers four trims and L2 assisted driving developed with SAIC-Volkswagen, Carizon and Horizon Robotics.
- SAIC-Volkswagen opened presales for the ID. Era 5S in China, offering the plug-in hybrid sedan at a limited-time price of 115,900 yuan, roughly $17,175, with market launch scheduled for August 21.
- Powering the vehicle is a 19.1 kWh LFP battery paired with a 1.5-liter engine and 130 kW electric motor, delivering 160 km of pure EV range and 4.19 liters per 100 km fuel consumption when battery depletes.
- Inside, the cabin features a 15.6-inch touchscreen and 8.8-inch LCD instrument display, while the Era 5S introduces Navigate on Autopilot for urban roads and highways as a Level 2 system requiring constant driver supervision.
- With a limited-time price of 115,900 yuan, the vehicle significantly undercuts American competitors: the Chevrolet Bolt at $28,995 and Nissan Leaf at $29,990, positioning it as a value leader in the global EV market.
- As the second model in the SAIC-Volkswagen Era line of new energy vehicles, the sedan is engineered with a body comprising 86% high-strength steel and 30% hot-formed steel for structural durability.
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China EV price war: $16,100 BYD, $17,175 VW
Start with the Volkswagen, because it is the one that should give Europe pause. SAIC Volkswagen, the joint venture with China’s state-owned SAIC Motor, opened preorders for the ID. Era 5S saloon this week. The introductory price is 115,900 yuan, which Digital Trends converts to about $17,175. The car goes on sale in China on […] This story continues at The Next Web
It was launched in pre-sale the new hybrid plug-in of Volkswagen - the ID. It was 5S. Exclusive to the Chinese market, it is an elegant sedan that has prices lower than the equivalent of less than 20,000 euros throughout the range.
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