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Abarth 500e vs Volkswagen ID. Polo
Two hatchback cars at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The Volkswagen ID. Polo is £690 cheaper than the Abarth 500e (£23,555 against £24,245).
- The Volkswagen ID. Polo goes further: about 150 miles against 135 in typical real-world driving.
- The Volkswagen ID. Polo is more efficient (4.0 against 3.6 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Volkswagen ID. Polo has the bigger boot: 441 litres against 185.
Side by side
| Abarth 500e Hatchback | Volkswagen ID. Polo 99 kW 37 kWh | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £24,245 | £23,555 |
| Real-world range | 135 mi | 150 mi |
| Official WLTP range | – | – |
| Cold motorway range | – | – |
| Efficiency | 3.6 mi/kWh | 4.0 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 37.3 kWh | 37.5 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 85 kW | up to 88 kW |
| 10–80% charge | – | – |
| AC charging | – | – |
| Boot | 185 L | 441 L |
| Towing (braked) | – | 500 kg |
| Length | – | – |
| 0–62 mph | 7 s | 9.5 s |
| Heat pump | – | Available (check whether standard) |
| V2L | No | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Band 1 | Band 2 |
| Brand warranty | Check | Check |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Abarth 500e Hatchback and Volkswagen ID. Polo 99 kW 37 kWh. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the Abarth 500e or the Volkswagen ID. Polo?
The Volkswagen ID. Polo is £690 cheaper than the Abarth 500e (£23,555 against £24,245).
Which has the longer range, the Abarth 500e or the Volkswagen ID. Polo?
The Volkswagen ID. Polo goes further: about 150 miles against 135 in typical real-world driving.
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