Volkswagen brings back physical buttons on the dashboard with ID. Polo EV

We could witness the beginning of the renaissance for real buttons in carscourtesy of Volkswagen IDENTIFIER. Polo. The German automaker has revealed the interior of its upcoming compact electric vehicle, which features real buttons, switches and even a button 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 such as the new retro instrument views show the typical Volkswagen wink.”

Last year, Mindt said automobile car that Volkswagen would commit to reintroducing physical buttons for the most important functions “in every car we make from now on”, starting with the IDENTIFIER. 2all concept car which has since evolved into the ID. Polo. The electric vehicle manufacturer has supported these claims since the identification. The Polo will feature tangible buttons below the infotainment screen, as well as a steering wheel with even clearer buttons. Between the driver and passenger, Volkswagen has even included a button to adjust the audio volume or switch between tracks or radio stations.

In addition to the renewed emphasis on physical controls, Volkswagen still included a 10.25-inch digital cockpit behind the steering wheel. In the center, we find a touch screen of almost 13 inches which serves as an infotainment system. For a retro throwback, the ID. The Polo can replace its cockpit display with one inspired by the classic Golf I from the 1980s via a button on its steering wheel or with the infotainment touchscreen.

The identity document. Polo should be the first of four new electric vehicles in Volkswagen’s small and compact car segment, which will be sold on European markets starting this year. However, it’s not all good news, since Volkswagen has no plans to launch the compact electric vehicle in the United States.