Courtesy of Volkswagen’s ID, we may be seeing the beginning of a renaissance of real buttons in cars. Polo. The German automaker unveiled the interior of its upcoming compact EV, which features actual buttons, switches, and even a knob for audio controls.
“We have created an interior that feels like a friend from the first contact,” Volkswagen chief designer Andreas Mindt said in a press release. “Clear physical buttons provide stability and confidence, warm materials make it attractive, and charming details like the new retro look of the instruments show the typical Volkswagen wink.”
Last year, Mindt reported autocar Volkswagen will commit to reintroducing physical buttons for the most important functions “in every car we make from now on,” starting with the ID. 2all concept car that has since evolved to become the ID. Polo. The EV maker backed up those claims after the ID. The Polo will have tangible buttons below the infotainment display, as well as a steering wheel filled with even more pronounced buttons. Between the driver and passenger, Volkswagen also included a knob that could adjust audio volume or shuffle between tracks and radio stations.
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In addition to the renewed emphasis on physical controls, Volkswagen has still included a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit behind the steering wheel. At the centre, there is a nearly 13-inch touchscreen that serves as the infotainment system. For retro throwback, id. The Polo can change its cockpit display to a display inspired by the classic Golf I of the 1980s via a button on its steering wheel or via the infotainment touchscreen.
ID. The Polo is expected to be the first of four new EVs in Volkswagen’s small and compact car segment, which will be released in European markets from this year. However, it’s not all good news, as Volkswagen has no plans to release a compact EV in the US.
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