Volkswagen's new design language for its SUVs unveiled

The ID.Code concept will eventually enter production in the form of a fully-electric SUV in the Chinese market.

Volkswagen has unveiled its new ID.Code Concept at the ongoing Beijing Auto Show.

The new Volkswagen ID.Code concept previews the brand's future design language for its SUVs, especially for the Chinese market. The concept SUV is said to have been designed by teams in China & Europe, keeping the demands of Chinese customers in mind.

As seen from the images, the ID.Code concept features clean, minimalistic styling with a sloping coupe-like roofline. The concept though does also incorporate a bit of VW's heritage with the D-pillars inspired by the Golf, while the sculpted fenders seem to be borrowed from the ID2.all concept showcased last year. Other details include slim LED light bars that span the entire width of the car at the front and rear. The lights come integrated with AI, which allows them to interact with other road users. Moving on, the front bumpers conceal a screen, which when activated, displays messages.

Moving inside, the ID.Code concept features a full-width display on the dashboard, with a second free-standing screen at the centre. The VW ID.Code concept is said to get Level 4 autonomous driving capabilities, which means that the steering wheel can retract and the seat can be rotated 180 degrees to face other passengers. Other details include sustainable materials all around the cabin, ambient lighting and climate control systems and a transparent roof with photovoltaic cells; among others.

Thomas Schafer, CEO of Volkswagen, stated, "The ID. CODE provides a glimpse into VW’s future in China: featuring a new design, cutting-edge technology, and a comprehensive brand experience tailored to the needs and desires of our Chinese customers. We’re ushering in a new era of mobility in China, hand in hand with our Chinese partners."

Volkswagen also confirmed that the ID.Code concept will eventually enter production in the form of a fully-electric SUV in the Chinese market. The carmaker also hinted that all future VW products in China will take inspiration from the concept SUV.

Source: Autoblog