Volkswagen presents the ID Era 9X, an electric SUV with EREV technology
The German brand introduces a new flagship for its ID electric vehicle family. This is the ID Era 9X, a large seven-seater SUV that stands out for incorporating an extended-range hybrid propulsion system, known as EREV. This approach seeks to solve one of the biggest challenges for electric vehicles: range on long trips. 🚗⚡
The EREV system: electricity first, generator later
The technical philosophy of the ID Era 9X is clear: driving with electric energy is the priority. The EREV system combines an electric motor that drives the wheels with an internal combustion engine that never connects to the transmission. Its sole function is to act as a generator, producing electricity to recharge the lithium-ion battery when its level is low.
Key features of the propulsion system:- Main motor: Electric unit for wheel traction.
- Generator motor: 1.5 TSI three-cylinder gasoline block that only produces electricity.
- Operational advantage: Allows extending the total range without using fossil fuels to move the vehicle directly.
Volkswagen claims that this system enables exceeding one thousand kilometers of range in mixed-use conditions, combining the battery and the generator.
Design and architecture on the new SSP platform
The ID Era 9X is not only novel in its propulsion. It is built on the Volkswagen Group's scalable SSP platform, an architecture designed from scratch for electric vehicles. This influences its aesthetics, which evolves the ID design language with a body of robust lines and a completely sealed front grille.
Design and technology highlights:- Lighting: Integrates the matrix IQ.Light system in the front grille.
- Interior: An expected leap in material quality, with integrated screens and an updated infotainment system.
- Launch: Its market arrival is scheduled for 2026.
A strategic step in electrification
The launch of the ID Era 9X represents a tactical move for Volkswagen. It offers a practical solution for those who need the range of a long trip without giving up