Volkswagen ID. ERA 5X Leverages Xpeng-Developed Electronics
TL;DR. Volkswagen's new ID. ERA 5X electric SUV for China uses a new platform and electronic architecture co-developed with Xpeng, marking a shift in the German automaker's strategy. - The ID. ERA 5X is the first Volkswagen model on the China Main Platform (CMP) with Xpeng's CEA electronics. - This collaboration highlights Volkswagen's reliance on Chinese EV technology to compete locally. - The compact SUV features an electric motor producing 211 horsepower and LFP batteries from CATL.
- Volkswagen's ID. ERA 5X is the first vehicle on the new China Main Platform (CMP).
- It incorporates electronic architecture (CEA) developed in collaboration with Chinese EV maker Xpeng.
- This marks a strategic shift for Volkswagen, utilizing Chinese EV tech for the local market.
- The ID. ERA 5X is a five-seater compact SUV with 211 horsepower and CATL LFP batteries.
Sources
- Volkswagen id era 5x — m3.se