ID. Polo Life 37kWh 116hp
VW's affordable entry-level EV — launched mid-2026 in Ireland under VW's revived nameplate strategy as the ID. Polo (previously badged ID.2 pre-launch). List price shown is gross (before SEAI grant & VRT relief); VW Ireland's official July 2026 price list shows this Life 37kWh 116HP trim at RRP €31,225, ROTR incl. incentives €27,239.
⚙️ Technical specifications
| Battery capacity | 37 kWh |
| WLTP range | 315 km |
| Real-world range (Ireland) | ~249 km |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 9.9s |
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
| Torque | 220 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Max DC charge rate | 105 kW |
| Max AC charge rate | 11 kW |
| Connectors | CCS · Type 2 |
| Boot capacity | 441 L |
| Towing capacity | 1,200 kg |
| Seats | 5 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,050 mm |
| Width | 1,812 mm |
| Height | 1,519 mm |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 160,000 km |
| CO₂ emissions | 0 g/km |
Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.
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💰 Irish pricing & incentives
ℹ️ This list price already reflects Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles (up to €2,186 depending on OMSP) — it is not an additional deduction on top of the SEAI grant above.
💡 Savings of €3,500 shown above via the SEAI Private Car Grant. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.
| Estimated annual running costs (15,000km) | |
| Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh) | ~€423 |
| Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg) | ~€863 |
| Motor tax | €120/yr |
| Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L) | ~€2,277/yr |
🚘 ID. Polo — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026
All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500). List prices already reflect Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.
| Model / Trim | Battery & Range | Price After Grants |
|---|---|---|
| ID. Polo Trend 37kWh 116hp Entry |
37kWh · 315km | €24,995€21,495 |
| ID. Polo Life 37kWh 116hp Most Popular |
37kWh · 315km | €31,225€27,725 |
| ID. Polo Life 37kWh 135hp | 37kWh · 328km | €32,525€29,025 |
| ID. Polo Life 52kWh 211hp Best Range |
52kWh · 454km | €38,225€34,725 |
| ID. Polo Style 37kWh 135hp | 37kWh · 328km | €35,425€31,925 |
| ID. Polo Style 52kWh 211hp Top Spec |
52kWh · 454km | €41,125€37,625 |
Prices include 23% VAT and already reflect Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles. Net prices shown after the SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price is €50,000 or less) only. Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available. Always verify at seai.ie.
🇮🇪 ID. Polo on Irish routes
Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).
Based on ~249km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.
👥 Is the ID. Polo right for you?
| First-time EV buyer | ✅ Good starter EV |
| Family with children | ✅ 5 seats, 441L boot |
| Daily commuter (<100km) | ✅ Perfect |
| Intercity driving | ⚠️ Charge stop likely |
| Towing (trailer/caravan) | ✅ Up to 1,200kg |
| Private buyer (SEAI grant) | ✅ €3,500 grant |
| Company car / BIK saving | ✅ BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026) |
| AWD / off-road capability | ⚠️ FWD/RWD only |
⚡ Charging guide
| 🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%) | ~5h |
| 🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%) | ~4h |
| ⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%) | ~31min |
| 🚀 105kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%) | ~15min |
| Connectors (DC) | CCS |
| Connectors (AC) | Type 2 |
Volkswagen Group is a founding partner of Ionity's ultra-rapid charging network. ID. series owners benefit from preferential Ionity pricing through the We Charge app. Ionity's 350kW stations on major Irish motorway corridors ensure long-distance travel is practical for all ID. vehicles.
📐 Dimensions & practicality
| Length | 4,050 mm |
| Width | 1,812 mm |
| Height | 1,519 mm |
| Boot capacity | 441 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1,200 kg |
| Seats | 5 |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 160,000 km |
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