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151 www.autosubindustry.comFollowing the ID. Polo and ID. Polo GTI, the ID. Cross belongs to a new generation of small cars and compact models, with which Volkswagen is focusing more consistently than ever on its strengths and the wishes of its customers. Thomas Sch%u00e4fer, CEO of the Volkswagen brand, Head of the Brand Group Core and member of the Group Board of Management, said: %u201cThe ID. Cross brings together technological expertise, clean design, impressive, intricate solutions and genuine all-rounder qualities %u2013 all for excellent value for money. These are ideal conditions for a new success story from Volkswagen.%u201dAffordable entry into the SUV segment. The new ID. Cross is 4,153 mm long, 1,581 mm tall and 1,794 mm wide. The wheelbase is 2,601 mm. Compared with the T-Cross model with combustion engine, the ID. Cross (thanks to the MEB+) scores points with more space for five passengers and their luggage. The ID. Cross offers 475 litres of stowage space %u2013 20 litres more than the T-Cross. This is achieved above all with the help of an additional area under the variable boot floor, which offers space for up to two crates of drinks. In addition, the new electric SUV features an extra small luggage compartment (frunk) under the bonnet, which can hold a further 25 litres %u2013 an ideal place for the charging cable and small bits and bobs. Design for a new era. With its clear and timeless design, the ID. Cross sets new standards in the compact SUV segment. Volkswagen%u2019s Pure Positive design language focuses above all on visual stability with a friendly appearance and striking details. Characteristic elements such as the elongated %u2018flying roof%u2019 and the strong C-pillar, as well as striking light signatures at the front and rear, characterise the unmistakable appearance.The lighting signatures are even more striking when the optional IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlamps and 3D LED rear lights with illuminated LED crossbars and illuminated VW logos at the front and rear, heated seats and steering wheel, personalised interior trim and the keyless start and locking system. Optional extras %u2013 features from higher-end models. The ID. Cross will be available with optional equipment that isn%u2019t available in either the MQB-based T-Cross or several of its competitors in this class.This includes, for example, a high-end sound system from Harman Kardon with 425 Watts of power, 10 loudspeakers %u2013 including a centre speaker for clear voice transmission %u2013 and a subwoofer.