In an Instagram post, the designer gave a brief overview of the legendary GTI nameplate, starting with the original Golf GTI from 1975. Limited to just 5,000 units in the original, the nameplate has since been affixed to 2.8 million vehicles worldwide. "In 2026, we will introduce an electric version of this iconic model," Mindt wrote.
Alongside the post, he shared a sketch comparing the original GTI to the ID. GTI concept. VW has emphasized the similarities in size between the MkI Golf GTI and the compact EV since its initial unveiling in September. While VW confirmed its intention to produce the model at that time, this is the most precise timeline officially provided to date.
Unfortunately, no details were given about how much power the little hothatch will produce. It will probably be more than the 230 hp (150 kW) that VW estimates the standard ID. 2all when it goes into production, just ahead of the GTI version.
VW ID. GTI Concept
Better yet, it will likely be affordable, as VW is working to ensure that the production version of the ID.2all has a base price of less than €25,000. While the high-performance ID.GTI will undoubtedly cost more than that, it should still be affordable as an electric car.
Source: instagram.com/andreas_mindt_2023
