volkswagen new electric car ID.4

The electric car market is getting very competitive with Volkswagen releasing ID series. In the Autumn of 2020 Volkswagen has released ID.3, the first car from the ID family.

In early/spring of 2021 Volkswagen is planning to introduce a new https://www.vw.com/en/models/id-4.html a midsize crossover SUV. From the initial impression ID.4 looks very promising and an affordable SUV with more boot space which makes it a complete family car.

In 2021 we are gonna see a lot of competition in the electric car segment with Skoda introducing Enyaq-Iv and Nissan is coming up Ariya

But lets see what ID.4 has to offer us -

Models

Volkswagen is planning to introduce 2 models for ID.4 -

1. ID.4 1st Edition
2. Id.4 Pro

Following are the specs of standard ID.4 models

Can you build and customize your own 2021 ID.4 1st Edition ?

No. Volkswagen does not allow you to customize the 2021 ID.4 1st Edition

Can you build and customize your own 2021 ID.4 Pro?

Yes. Volkswagen allows you to customize Pro models.

Here are the option available for customization -

Colors

1. Glacier White Metallic
2. Moonstone Gray
3. Mythos Black Metallic
4. Scale Silver Metallic

Customization Packages offered by Volkswagen

Statement Package (Cost you $4500 more)

The Statement Package is priced at $44,495 which is costing $4500 more than standard ID.4 Pro model price

Statement Package Includes

1. Premium LED projector headlights with AFS, illuminated grille, and front Volkswagen logo
2. Panoramic fixed glass roof
3. Discover Pro Max navigation with 12" display
4. Hands-free Easy Open and Easy Close liftgate

Gradient (Add on package will cost you $1500 more)

There are certain requirements for the Gradient Package and you need to choose a Statement Package before opting for Gradient.

Gradient package offers -

1. 20" alloy wheels
2. Black painted roof
3. Silver roof rails and accents

Additional Features

Interior desgin and color

Volkswagen offering two interior options without any additional cost -

1. Galaxy Black V-Tex leatherette seating surfaces
2. Lunar Gray V-Tex leatherette seating surfaces

AWD (All Wheel Drive - It will cost $3,680 more)

If you are big fan of horse power in your car then its gonna cost you $3,680 more for the AWD(All wheel drive)

The AWD package includes -

1. Dual motor powertrain
2. Tow hitch (2,700 lbs towing capacity with braked trailer)*
3. Heated windshield

(I do not know why the Heated windshield is included in this package, volkswagen could have provided this as default for the cities with sub zero temperature in winter)

Pricing in United States

Specification

If you are a techy nerd and interested more technical details then,

Infotainment and Dashboard

The touch screen dashboard is making the infotainment more elegant and sleek. Volkswagen has done fairly well with its polished infotainment system which provides

Battery Life

Battery being the backbone of electric vehicles, so I would not compromise when it comes to battery life and warranty.

Volkswagen offers : Gross 88 kWh battery

1. Volkswagen warranty claims on battery(whichever occurs first)-

2. Carefree Coverage It is an standard on all MY21 vehicles

3. Also volkswagen has Limited Warranty of 4 Years 50,000 miles

With this you will get (you need to check with retailer for more details)

4. Your out-of-charge The vehicle can be towed to the nearest Electrify America station without any charge.

Charging

If you are in love with electric cars then you should start planning your trip keeping charging time in your mind because electric cars need at least 40-60 mins to reach its full capacity.

Electrify America DC Fast Chargers

You can charge your ID.4 car free of any cost at any Electrify America DC Fast Charging station.

Automatic Gear Shifter

Volkswagen is being innovative in the ID series and moving the automatic gear shifter near the steering wheel. Creating more space between the front seats.

It may feel a bit weird for many of us who used to drive manual gear shift cars.

Boot space

The boot space offered inside ID.4 is 543 liters and I think its decent enough in this segment.

With 543 Liters boot space, it can definitely a very good family car, which can easily fit in the baby stroller leaving a lot of space in the boot for long trip.

Conclusion

Here are my 2 cents after reviewing the car -

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