For now, we have a couple of teaser images of the new ID.3 Neo that conveniently leave out the car\u2019s interior. However, Volkswagen said the facelifted compact electric hatchback will get more physical buttons, likely similar to the ones found on the upcoming ID. Polo<\/a> and ID. Cross.<\/p>\n Photo by: Volkswagen<\/p>\n That\u2019s great news, considering the first-gen ID.3, as well as the ID.4, made a name for themselves due to the infuriating corner-cutting employed by Volkswagen, like the touch sliders for the climate control and the lack of standalone buttons for the electric rear windows.<\/p>\n But there\u2019s more. The Volkswagen ID.3 Neo will be able to export energy from its high-voltage battery, thanks to the addition of the Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) bidirectional charging feature. The hatchback is equipped with a standard 230-volt household outlet inside, and an adapter that\u2019s sold separately can be plugged into the charging port for an extra outlet. In total, the system can output up to 3.6 kilowatts of power, making it a great solution for powering camping equipment, tools, or even household appliances in a pinch.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n 6 <\/p>\n \n Source: Volkswagen <\/p>\n Another nice feature of the ID.3 Neo is the optional digital key that can be stored in a smartphone\u2019s digital wallet. It works separately from the physical key fob that\u2019s shipped with the car, allowing owners to leave the key at home and use their phones to access their vehicle.<\/p>\n A new \u201cInnovision\u201d infotainment system is also part of the pack. It includes a new app store where drivers can download their favorite audio and streaming apps, as well as activate or extend certain vehicle functions and services.<\/p>\n On a separate note, the ID.4<\/a> and ID.5<\/a> EVs are also getting some goodies, including a new 58-kilowatt-hour lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that increases the base models\u2019 range. A new, more efficient, and more powerful APP350 electric motor will also be fitted to the rear-wheel drive versions of the ID.4 and ID.5, replacing the old APP310 drive unit. The new motor makes 187 horsepower.<\/p>\n If these changes sound familiar, it\u2019s probably because Ford<\/a> recently bestowed the European Explorer and Capri EVs<\/a> with the same goodies. The two crossovers are built on the same MEB platform as Volkswagen\u2019s ID.4 and ID.5, so it\u2019s only logical that they\u2019re all using many of the same components.<\/p>\n \n \t\tWe want your opinion!\n\t<\/p>\n What would you like to see on Insideevs.com?<\/p>\n![\"Volkswagen](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/16x9-tr.png\")
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