The Volkswagen ID4 Electric Car

Volkswagen has been delivering teasers about its electric-powered concept cars and now it’s here named as ID.4 electric SUV. The “ID” stands for “Intelligent Design” and it’s an entire Electric Vehicle that’s leading humans into a modernized and cleaner future.

A sustainable future doesn’t mean that there will be zero emissions at the exhaust pipe, but it will be handed over as carbon neutral. Well, ID.4 is also an SUV, and through this, you might think about other EV SUVs such as Kia e-Niro, Mustang Mach-E, Tesla Model3, and Polestar 2.

The following review will provide you with enough information to compare all the EVs, so you can easily make a mind to buy one. Our goal in writing the article is to clear all the questions of your mind before purchasing, so you might not be confused with a lot of availability options. It may also save hundreds of dollars on your next car, so let’s dive into the explanation.

Performance and Drive

VW ID4 Batteries and Mileage

Let’s first talk about the number of batteries in the VW ID.4. Currently, the Volkswagen ID.4 has one battery and motor. The EV has a pro performance 77kWh battery, so, while driving the rear wheels, the single 201 bhp motor will be powered by a 77kWh battery. The VW ID4 has a 0 to 60 time of 8.1 seconds, which is equal to the Kia e-Niro.

If you are not impressed by the speed of ID.4, then you can think of Mustang Mach-E Standard Range that gains speed from 0 to 60 mph within 6.1 seconds and also Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus for further speed.

However, the VW ID.4 will also provide you with a smooth drive, even if it’s full of passengers and luggage and allows you to get enough motorway speeds. With a battery of 77kWh, you can drive Volkswagen ID.4 to 310 miles with a charge that is much more impressive than many other EV cars.

ID4 Comfort and Suspension

Talking about the suspension and comfort level of the Volkswagen ID.4 then you will find the ID.4 much less expensive than many other EV cars like Audi e-tron with the same comfortability level. It has a standard fit adaptive suspension and provides you with great comfortability. However, you may find it a little odd while driving over extremely terrible potholes and fidget on the motorway.

ID4 Handling

The Volkswagen ID.4 will not only entertain you with the comfortability level but is also very easy to handle and manage, and this ability makes it an extremely recommended large family electric SUV. The steering is smooth and progressive and becomes kind as you turn the car irrespective of its weight. Compared with Mustang Mach-E, then ID.4 is far better in grip and controlling body movement of the car. And if you want sprightlier, than you can try out the Tesla Model 3 or ID.3.

ID4 Road Noise

Having an electric vehicle and having a no noise vehicle are two separate things. Saying Volkswagen ID.4 is a no noise vehicle will be wrong. The usual noise issues of wind and road noise will be there when you will pick up the speed.

However, compared to Kia e-Niro, and Tesla Model 3, the Volkswagen ID.4 is reasonably well in noise issues. You can hear the suspension clunking in ID.4 but not much noticeable as it’s in Mustang Mach-E. The brake and accelerator paddle are also progressive and calm progress in Volkswagen ID.4 and didn’t give any issue.

However, it’s harder to judge the braking pressure from higher speeds.

ID4 Interior and Cargo

The Volkswagen ID.4 provides a classy interior with high quality but still looks less flashy as it’s in ID. Crozz Concept Cabin that has a retractable steering wheel and sliding rear doors. However, ID.4 provides many high-tech features, ambient lighting, and huge cargo space.

The interior model of Volkswagen ID.4 is simple and playful and has a play and pause symbol on the accelerator and brake pedals. Comes with standard cloth seats but you can add a package with faux leather upholstery, 12-way power-adjustable front seats, massage seats, and memory functionality.

The rear space is also enough in ID.4 and is much more than compared to Mustang Mach-E. You will get a couple of mobile phone pockets both on the back of the front seats and cup holders in the center of the armrest.

The ID.4 standard or base model comes with a 10-inch infotainment display that can be replaced with a 12-inch with the optional package. Navigation is present in every model and also the smartphone connectivity features, including Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, etc. Every model of Volkswagen ID.4 comes with a 5.3-inch reconfigurable digital gauge display and voice recognition system.

If we talk about the cargo space, then Volkswagen ID.4 can easily fit nine carry-on suitcases that are more than Mustang Mach-E. ID.4 allows you to carry bulkier items with no worry of space.

ID4 Price

The Volkswagen ID.4 comes in three versions; Pro, 1st Edition, and Pro S. The base or Pro model is priced around $41,190, the 1st Edition version ranges $45190, and the Pro S version reaches $45690.

The 1st Edition shows a reasonable price value because it includes optional packages that cost variously. In it, you will get a huge 12-inch infotainment display, a power-operated rear liftgate, a panoramic sunroof, and 20-inch wheels.

Verdict

The complete information has been discussed and we hope now it will be easier for you to choose from the options of electric vehicles. If you think that the Volkswagen ID.4 is better than Mustang Mach-E according to your preferences, then buying the 1st Edition version will be the best opinion as it will provide you with almost every feature within the budget.