Video Summary
The Volkswagen ID.4 is Ireland's best-selling electric vehicle. The updated version has a more powerful and efficient electric motor, and a better infotainment system. Exterior-wise, it is similar to the first edition from three years ago.The car comes in two battery sizes in Ireland: 52-kilowatt-hour (pure and pure plus trims), and 77-kilowatt-hour.
The 77-kilowatt-hour comes as rear-wheel-drive Pro Plus, Pro, and GTX, the all-wheel-drive model.
The car has IQ lights, a lightbar that joins up to the VW logo. It does not have a frunk.
It comes in seven colors.
It has wheel sizes from 18" to 21".
The reviewed car has optional 20" wheels called Dramans. Tire sizes are staggered: 235/50R20 in front, 255/45R20 in rear.
Disc brakes are in front, drum brakes in rear, and MEB platform.
The reviewed version has a two-tone roof with the optional style pack.
The flush ID Volkswagen handles have keyless entry and start.
It can tow 1,200 kg or 1,400 kg.
Boot space has 543 liters and offers a 40/60 split, a ski hatch, and many lashing points.
Charging: 11kW AC and 175kW DC.
The starting price for the standard range battery starts at about 48,000 euros on the road.
The reviewed car is around 49,000 euros with extra options and the all-wheel-drive GTX comes in around 55,000 euros.
Back seats provide nearly 100% flat floor, with two ISOFixes. There is a magazine holder.
This model has the updated 12.9-inch screen, which is faster than the previous model. The 12.9-inch has Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The reviewer concludes that it is a very nice, cruise-ready EV. The suspension is firm but not too much so. 18.2 kWh/100km are consumed during long term runs.
