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Facelifted VW ID.4 spotted testing ahead of debut later this year. Visual changes include new doors, lights, bumpers, rear hatch. Updated MEB+ platform may add LFP batteries and extra range. Volkswagen isn’t sitting still when it comes to electric cars, even if most of its lineup in the US has struggled to gain traction this year. The ID.4, one of only two VW models whose American sales actually increased in 2025, is getting more than a light polish. Instead, it’s heading into a major refresh that reshapes it into what some within the company are already calling the “electric Tiguan.” Related: Every VW Model Dropped In Sales, Except The Two You’d Never Expect Our first spy shots show a crossover that’s recognizably an ID.4, but one that’s been carefully sharpened. The front end is squarer, clearly aligned with the upcoming ID Cross look. SB-Medien As you can see in our spy shots, the doors are new with proper pull handles, and the rear end has been subtly reworked with a concave rather than convex tailgate panel, plus a re-profiled D pillar. It’s not a ground-up redesign, because there’s only so much you can change with a facelift. The underlying structure appears mostly identical, which makes sense for a mid cycle update. However, the surfacing and proportions have been tweaked just enough to bring the ID.4 visually into sync with the new Tiguan and VW’s upcoming electric ID.Cross, which was unveiled in concept form last September, and goes on sale in Europe later in 2026. Buttons Are Back The upcoming ID. Polo seen here will be the first of many new VWs to feature physical controls. Inside is where the biggest changes may be felt day to day. Physical buttons and switches will feature prominently, including a real volume knob, alongside a new dashboard, better materials, and a revised user interface. We got our first glimpse of this direction in the official photos of the new ID. Polo’s interior (pictured above) earlier this month. The software gets an upgrade too, with an improved AI-powered voice assistant, and the currently undersized digital gauge cluster will grow in size. Powertrains and Batteries SH Proshots Under the skin sits a revised MEB plus platform that should feature LFP battery chemistry for better efficiency and potentially more range, though it’ll still be stuck with 400-volt electrics. Powertrains are expected to receive light updates rather than dramatic changes. But VW did, after all, only relatively recently dramatically improve the output of the base single-motor ID.4, which since 2024 produces 282 hp (210 kW / 286 PS). That represents an increase of 80 hp (60 kW / 82 PS) over the previous version. This facelifted ID.4 is expected to arrive near the end of 2026, helping carry the model through to 2028. That’s when a fully new version is due, this time based on a true 800-volt platform. That is nearly sure to be badged ID.Tiguan, if VW hasn’t decided that this year’s facelift is extensive enough to justify that name change for the 2027 model year. SH Proshots

Argo Sasquatch XTX uses a 1.8-liter Hyundai turbo-diesel engine. Huge 71-inch tires let this pickup cross snow, ice, and open water. Built for commercial work, the Canadian truck also excels at rescues. For over six decades, Argo has been quietly building some of the most capable vehicles to emerge from Canadian soil. Now, the company is setting its sights even higher. Drawing on a long history of go-anywhere vehicles, the Ontario-based manufacturer has unveiled a new flagship model that’s already attracting interest far beyond its home market. Read: Canada Just Let Cheap Chinese EVs Back In The new model, called the Sasquatch XTX, echoes the blocky profile of Russia’s Sherp, an amphibious, four-wheeled crawler purpose-built for punishing conditions. Pricing isn’t officially listed on Argo’s website, but third-party sources peg the Sasquatch XTX at around $190,000 before delivery and dealer fees, which can top $3,500. Well-equipped examples climb beyond $250,000. Built for the Brutal At its core, the Sasquatch is designed around a high-strength crew cab with several access points, including a front-mounted door with a fold-out ladder and more conventional side doors. This setup allows easy entry even in uneven or elevated terrain. Once inside, you’ll find a pair of front seats and two rear fold-down seats. While the cabin is quite basic, it includes an audio system with Bluetooth, air conditioning and heating, and a roof hatch. Like the Sherp, the Sasquatch XTX can float and power itself through water thanks to the massive 71-inch tires. What sets the Argo apart from its Russian counterpart is the design. Rather than following the same compact layout, the Sasquatch XTX adopts a pickup-style form, incorporating a sizable rear storage area. One standout feature is the Argo Terrain Control system, a clever interface that lets the driver select from pre-programmed terrain modes. Press one of the buttons, like Water, Mud, Snow, or Trail, and the vehicle will automatically inflate or deflate the tires to the perfect pressure for greater traction. The Sasquatch also boasts a neat trick: it can spin in place, turning 180 degrees without moving forward or back. Power comes courtesy of a Hyundai-sourced 1.8-liter turbo-diesel engine. There’s no word on how much power this engine has, but we know it’s enough to allow the XTX to drive at up to 25 mph (40 km/h) on land and 4 mph (6 km/h) in the water. Mated to the engine is an automatic transmission. The Ultimate Rescue Machine? Not only is the Sasquatch XTX perfect for off-roading enthusiasts with money to burn, but it also serves as an excellent rescue vehicle. It’s already delivered one to Ontario-based GlobalMedic, a charity that provides disaster relief and rescue services. “We know with climate change, we get these significant weather events,” GlobalMedic founder Rahul Singh told CTV News. “So, if people are trapped by snow and we’ve got to get in and rescue them. Sure, we can come in by snowmobile. We can pull drivers off the highway. But if grandma slips and breaks her hip, we can’t pull her out on a snowmobile. But this unit, we can do it.” According to Argo’s Director of Commercial Sales, Michael Kelly, the Canadian firm has received interest in the Sasquatch XTX from Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries worldwide.

Mercedes continues to test the upcoming EQE successor. The E-Class EQ will have a more traditional design. We can also expect 483 hp and a range of around 444 miles. The Mercedes EQ lineup has been an unmitigated disaster and a lack of demand forced the company to temporarily pause production to reduce swelling inventories. While assembly of the EQE, EQE SUV, EQS, and EQS SUV recently resumed, the automaker is already looking forward to a less blob-like future. More: Mercedes’ New E-Class EQ Is Coming To Right The EQE’s Wrongs That’s clear today as spy photographers have snapped the upcoming E-Class with EQ Technology. Terrible name aside, the EQE successor will fix the sins of the past with an all-new design that more closely resembles the ICE-powered model. As a result, it looks more like a sedan and less like a bar of Dove soap. Caught undergoing testing in snowy conditions, the E-Class EQ is heavily disguised but will likely feature the brand’s new ‘iconic grille.’ The chrome-clad behemoth recently debuted on the GLC EV and will also be found on the upcoming C-Class EV. If its size didn’t draw enough attention, there’s an illuminated variant with 942 lights as well as a shining star. The headlights and taillights are temporary units, but they’ll eventually be replaced by starry production components. We can also see an upward sweeping beltline and a greenhouse that echoes the one found on the C-Class EV. However, the E-Class is notable for having traditional door handles and mirrors that are mounted at the base of the A-pillar. GLC EQ Spy photographers haven’t gotten a good look inside, but the C-Class EQ follows in the footsteps of the CLA and appears to adopt a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 14-inch infotainment system, and a 14-inch front passenger display. However, the more upscale E-Class EQ could take a page from the GLC and sport a massive 39.1-inch screen. Read: Mercedes-AMG Forced To Kill Some Of Its Loudest Cars Under New EU Rules The model will ride on the MB.EA platform and have a lot in common with the GLC EV. This means we can expect a two-speed transmission, a roughly 94 kWh battery pack, and a dual-motor all-wheel drive system producing a combined output of 483 hp (360 kW / 489 PS) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. SHproshots This setup enables the GLC 400 4MATIC to accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 4.3 seconds, before hitting a top speed of 130 mph (210 km/h). The crossover also has a WLTP range of up to 444 miles (715 km). Also: Mercedes Wants Baby G-Wagen To Win Buyers The Big One Never Could When the battery is low, drivers will be thankful for the 800-volt electrical architecture and the 330 kW DC fast charging capability. It will enable the GLC to get up to 188 miles (303 km) of range in as little as 10 minutes. SHproshots

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