VW ID.2 R: Compact all-wheel drive current with 400 hp in conversation

Volkswagen heats up the rumor mill: in addition to the ID 2 announced for 2026, a particularly sporty one could VW ID.2 r-Darians appear -with all -wheel drive, wheel hub engines and impressive 400 hp system output. What is behind the plans and which technology makes it possible?

Compact format with racing genes

• Positioning above the upcoming ID.2 GTI

• Three-engine structure: front engine (≈ 300 hp) plus two independently controlled in-wheel engines on the rear axle

• Target value: over 400 hp overall performance, all -wheel drive without a classic second axle engine

Lighter in-wheel engines
A conventional tail diffence is eliminated by wheel hub drives. This saves weight, reduces costs and receives the full trunk-a plus compared to common dual engine set-ups.

Meb Plus as a basis
According to the British media, the R department wants to outperform today's GTX models without making major platform changes. If VW switch to a traditional dual engine configuration, it would remain VW ID.2 r Probably still on MEB Plus.

Perspectives for other models
Volkswagen checks whether the in-wheel technology could also drive compact crossover and SUV of the MEB Plus family. The front, rear and all-wheel drive could thus be realized almost without a trunk or floor height losses.

What does that mean for Tesla drivers?
For us as a Tesla accessory provider, the ID.2 r is of course pure market observation-but it remains interesting how VW, with innovative drive concepts, tightens the competition for affordable performance stromers. If you are looking for sporty electromobility, you can look forward to how Tesla replies.

Conclusion
Whether the VW ID.2 r In fact, Volkswagen only decides after further feasibility test. If so, 2026 could debut a light, agile compact athlete with 400 hp and all-wheel drive based on the in-Wheel technology-and redefine the performance segment for affordable electric cars.