VW ID. Cross Review: third date energy… are we committing?

You know how dating works. First there’s the first date – exciting, intriguing, but you’re still figuring things out. Then there’s the second date, maybe a bit more relaxed, maybe you start to see the real personality. And by the third date… well, that’s when things usually start getting serious.That’s exactly where we are with the Volkswagen ID. Cross. Our first date was when Volkswagen revealed the concept car. Our second date was when Nicola got behind the wheel of the prototype. And now? This is the third date – our first proper drive (albeit of a camouflaged prototype). So is the chemistry still there? Does it still look good in the daylight? And most importantly… is this electric crossover relationship material? In this video, Nicola Hume takes the new ID. Cross out on the road to find out what it’s really like to drive, how it compares to other electric SUVs, and whether this could be one of Volkswagen’s most important EVs yet. Because sometimes the third date tells you everything you need to know. 🎥 Subscribe to Electrifying YouTube: https://electrifyingcom.short.gy/KK1pbX 🎧 Electrifying Podcast: https://electrifyingcom.short.gy/Pogjfb ✉️Electrifying.com Newsletter: https://www.electrifying.com/newsletter Follow Electrifying.com ⬇️ INSTAGRAM:   / electrifyingcom   FACEBOOK:   / electrifyingcom   X:   / electrifyingcom   TIKTOK:   / electrifyingcom   ——————————————————————————————- Check back for the latest new car reviews on everything electric ✅ the latest car reviews ✅ car advice and explainers ✅ used and new car guides ✅ head-to-heads WANT MORE ELECTRIFYING.COM? We upload new videos twice a week. Don't miss one by subscribing now: https://bit.ly/3U9z1RE Want to be the first to see our videos? Enable notifications. Visit our website at https://www.electrifying.com/ SIgn up to our weekly newsletter https://bit.ly/3Ud6zyw MORE ABOUT ELECTRIFYING.COM Electrifying.com is the #1 destination for electric car reviews, explainers and guides. Founded by Ginny Buckley, we bring you the latest updates on EVs and in-depth reviews of the hottest new models. Whether you’re switching to electric or just curious, our plain-English guides and expert advice make it easy to navigate the world of electric cars. Stay informed, make confident decisions, and join the electric revolution with Electrifying.com! #ElectricCars #EVReviews #SwitchToElectric #GinnyBuckley #NicolaHume #NickiShields 0:00 Third Date Nerves – Meeting the VW ID Cross... Again 0:48 VW’s Slow Reveal Strategy Explained 1:04 ID Cross vs Ford Puma Gen-E & Skoda Epiq 1:19 Battery Options & Official Range Figures 1:46 Power Outputs and Efficiency 2:21 First Drive – What Is It Like on the Road? 2:58 Driving Impressions – Feels Like a VW Again 3:30 Retro Inspiration – Old Golf Vibes 4:06 Range Reality – Do You Even Need the Big Battery? 4:32 Pricing Expectations and Trim Levels 5:06 Top-Spec Features: Massaging & Heated Seats 5:57 Ride, Comfort & Steering Impressions 6:36 VW Is Back on Form? 7:04 Boot Space & Practicality (475L + Frunk) 7:40 Interior Preview (What VW Won’t Let Us Show Yet) 8:47 Charging Speeds & Real-World Charging Times 9:20 Trim Levels Explained – Trend, Life, Style 9:49 Rear Seats & Passenger Space 10:39 Final Thoughts – ID Cross vs Polo 11:05 Would You Date the ID Cross?