Show Notes
Welcome back to the VW ID Talk podcast with Jan and Wes! This week, we are diving into the highly anticipated VW ID.3 Neo. Volkswagen claims they listened to customer feedback, but did they actually fix everything that was wrong with the original ID.3? We break down all the major changes, inside and out.
In this episode, we cover: - Exterior Styling: The refreshed front bumper, relocated front radar, and the sleek new body-colored rear hatch and spoiler. - Battery & Performance: Details on the new, highly efficient rear motor delivering 350 Nm of torque, plus VW's shift to cell-to-pack batteries featuring LFP chemistry for smaller capacities. - The Revamped Interior: Say goodbye to capacitive touch and piano gloss black! We explore the brand-new two-spoke steering wheel with real physical buttons, the split window lock controls, and the upgraded soft-touch dashboard fabrics. - Tech & Audio: The switch to Android Automotive OS, the massive scannable digital instrument screen, and the addition of a Harman Kardon sound system. - Camp Mode: Everything you need to know about the new feature that allows up to 48 hours of stationary climate control.
Make sure to hit subscribe so you don't miss our upcoming European trip where we hope to get hands-on with the ID.3 Neo, the EV Cupras, and more!
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