VW Mulling Electric Convertible, Report Says

• Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess mentioned a possible electric cabrio, months after the automaker invites comments on an ID.3 cabrio sketch, Automobilwoche reports.

• The automaker is considering a number of new segments for its MEB platform, and has previewed some in concept form, including a sedan and a wagon.

• In 2019, VW had revealed the ID. Buggy concept, showcasing the potential of its MEB electric platform for a variety of vehicle bodies.

Earlier this year Volkswagen revealed a sketch of a VW ID.3 convertible, inviting comments on such a possible model. The automaker sought to gauge reaction to what would be a relatively easy variant to construct, provided there was enough customer interest and actual market demand for such a variant now that the ID.3 has been in production in Zwickau, Germany.

"What if? An ID.3 convertible would be really appealing—enjoy nature electrically with roof open," VW said earlier this year. "We are still thinking about how such a concept could become a reality. Our design already has initial ideas."

This week VW CEO Herbert Diess has reignited talk of an electric convertible during a discussion with employees at the Osnabrück, Germany, plant, Automobilwoche reports.

"The next option must of course be an electric convertible. There are considerations at Volkswagen, there are considerations at Audi," Diess said, according to Automobilwoche.