Building an electric car for the people is the goal of the modern carmaker. Rising fuel prices and an increasing understanding of the need to reduce our environmental impact are driving the success of these vehicles. Not surprisingly, the compact SUV has emerged as a favorite platform for electric vehicles, as they’ve become the clear leading choice for drivers across the country.
Volkswagen’s ID.4 EV brings a sense of style to the segment, as well as accessibility. Priced affordably, with roominess in mind, it’s an excellent blend that is sure to win over drivers across the market. With a new entry-level Standard model, as well as the top-of-the-line Pro S Plus, being added to the trim levels, the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 EV continues to increase appeal to a wider range of drivers.
Performance Features
The power options for the 2023 ID.4 EV are dependent on whether you want rear or all-wheel drive. Rear-wheel drive models come with a single motor, turning out 201 horsepower to the rear wheels. All-wheel drive models add a second motor to power the front wheels, for an increase to 295 horsepower. Either way, you get a highly-responsive vehicle with a smooth ride. The all-wheel drive model offers acceleration of up to 60 miles per hour from a standing start in only 5.4 seconds.
With electric vehicles, you’re talking charge times and battery pack sizes, not miles per gallon. The base Standard model comes with the 62-kWh battery pack that offers a 208-mile range from a full charge. Step up to the available 77.0-kWh battery pack, and the range of the ID.4 EV increases to 275 miles or so. 170kW DC fast charging capability is available on the larger battery, while the smaller one is limited to standard DC fast charging.
The power options for the 2023 ID.4 EV are dependent on whether you want rear or all-wheel drive. Rear-wheel drive models come with a single motor, turning out 201 horsepower to the rear wheels. All-wheel drive models add a second motor to power the front wheels, for an increase to 295 horsepower. Either way, you get a highly-responsive vehicle with a smooth ride. The all-wheel drive model offers acceleration of up to 60 miles per hour from a standing start in only 5.4 seconds.
With electric vehicles, you’re talking charge times and battery pack sizes, not miles per gallon. The base Standard model comes with the 62-kWh battery pack that offers a 208-mile range from a full charge. Step up to the available 77.0-kWh battery pack, and the range of the ID.4 EV increases to 275 miles or so. 170kW DC fast charging capability is available on the larger battery, while the smaller one is limited to standard DC fast charging.
Style and Technology
The clean exterior of the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 EV doesn’t announce it as an electric vehicle, with the grille and overall design retaining the look of its gas-powered siblings. It’s smart and conservative, fitting right into the VW line-up, but manages to add a little excitement as well. Large wheels – 19 inches are standard, with 20-inch wheels optional – bring the whole look together.
Inside the ID.4 EV, you get a contemporary design that is uncluttered, with some fun highlights. Plenty of space is provided for passenger seating and cargo – there’s room for 3 full-sized adults in the second row, thanks to the flat floor, and the 30.3 cubic feet of space behind the second row can be expanded to 64.2 cubic feet when the seats are folded down.
Tech-savvy drivers will appreciate the modern options in the ID.4 EV, from the standard 12.0-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, to standard navigation. The ID.Light system is standard and is a fun, futuristic feature that helps to alert drivers to vehicle conditions and feature operations. Wireless charging for smartphones is standard as well in every ID.4 EV model. All ID.4 EV models also come with myVW, which connects your vehicle to your smartphone even when you’re not in the SUV! Remote start, schedule service, monitor your ID.4 EV even when you’re not driving it – myVW puts this all into a smartphone app you can access anywhere.
The clean exterior of the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 EV doesn’t announce it as an electric vehicle, with the grille and overall design retaining the look of its gas-powered siblings. It’s smart and conservative, fitting right into the VW line-up, but manages to add a little excitement as well. Large wheels – 19 inches are standard, with 20-inch wheels optional – bring the whole look together.
Inside the ID.4 EV, you get a contemporary design that is uncluttered, with some fun highlights. Plenty of space is provided for passenger seating and cargo – there’s room for 3 full-sized adults in the second row, thanks to the flat floor, and the 30.3 cubic feet of space behind the second row can be expanded to 64.2 cubic feet when the seats are folded down.
Tech-savvy drivers will appreciate the modern options in the ID.4 EV, from the standard 12.0-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, to standard navigation. The ID.Light system is standard and is a fun, futuristic feature that helps to alert drivers to vehicle conditions and feature operations. Wireless charging for smartphones is standard as well in every ID.4 EV model. All ID.4 EV models also come with myVW, which connects your vehicle to your smartphone even when you’re not in the SUV! Remote start, schedule service, monitor your ID.4 EV even when you’re not driving it – myVW puts this all into a smartphone app you can access anywhere.
Safety
From the base model, there are plenty of standard driver assistance features provided on the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 EV. This includes tech we now take for granted like a rearview camera and blind spot monitoring, as well as features that are more cutting-edge like traffic sign recognition and adaptive cruise control via Volkswagen’s innovative IQ.Drive system. The only optional safety feature, available on the higher trim models is adaptive headlights.
From the base model, there are plenty of standard driver assistance features provided on the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 EV. This includes tech we now take for granted like a rearview camera and blind spot monitoring, as well as features that are more cutting-edge like traffic sign recognition and adaptive cruise control via Volkswagen’s innovative IQ.Drive system. The only optional safety feature, available on the higher trim models is adaptive headlights.
Trim Levels
With the two new trim levels for the 2023 model year, the Volkswagen ID.4 EV offers five distinct trims, making it easier for drivers to find the equipment mix and price point that will meet their needs!
The new entry-level Standard model is nicely equipped, although it is only available in rear-wheel drive. Cloth seating features leatherette boosters, with heated front seats that are 6-way manually adjustable. Dual-zone automatic climate control ensures that driver and passengers can adjust their temperatures for comfort. Heated, foldable, power-adjustable side mirrors provide excellent sight lines.
With a larger battery pack, the Pro trim allows for a greater driving range, and it can also make use of 170kW DC fast charging. The standard towing hitch on the all-wheel drive Pro trim allows for towing up to 2,700 pounds, thanks to the additional horsepower – there is no hitch on the rear-wheel drive Pro trim. A heated windshield is also provided in the all-wheel-drive edition of the Pro, a necessity for cold-weather drivers who have to deal with ice and snow coverage.
With the two new trim levels for the 2023 model year, the Volkswagen ID.4 EV offers five distinct trims, making it easier for drivers to find the equipment mix and price point that will meet their needs!
The new entry-level Standard model is nicely equipped, although it is only available in rear-wheel drive. Cloth seating features leatherette boosters, with heated front seats that are 6-way manually adjustable. Dual-zone automatic climate control ensures that driver and passengers can adjust their temperatures for comfort. Heated, foldable, power-adjustable side mirrors provide excellent sight lines.
With a larger battery pack, the Pro trim allows for a greater driving range, and it can also make use of 170kW DC fast charging. The standard towing hitch on the all-wheel drive Pro trim allows for towing up to 2,700 pounds, thanks to the additional horsepower – there is no hitch on the rear-wheel drive Pro trim. A heated windshield is also provided in the all-wheel-drive edition of the Pro, a necessity for cold-weather drivers who have to deal with ice and snow coverage.
Standard S trim levels are rear-wheel drive only but offer plenty of amenities including a panoramic sunroof and a hands-free easy open and easy close remote power rear liftgate for easy loading and unloading. Inside, the seating surfaces are V-Tex leatherette, and the front seats are heated as well as being 12-way power adjustable with massage and position memory. This trim comes with the upgraded 20-inch 5-spoke two-tone alloy wheels, for a luxury touch.
Moving up from the Pro trim level, the Pro S really only differs in that all versions of this trim have 170kW DC fast charging. All amenities and style choices are the same as the S trim.
Another new trim level for 2023, the Pro S Plus sits at the top of the model range. From the outside, the silver roof rails, silver roof accents, and 20-inch dynamic two-tone machined alloy wheels set it apart. The mirrors now get power folding, and include puddle lights for illumination at night. Inside, three-zone automatic climate control and heated second-row seats extend the comfort to your rear-seat passengers. This trim gets the advanced rearview camera system with an overhead view camera for added safety.
Moving up from the Pro trim level, the Pro S really only differs in that all versions of this trim have 170kW DC fast charging. All amenities and style choices are the same as the S trim.
Another new trim level for 2023, the Pro S Plus sits at the top of the model range. From the outside, the silver roof rails, silver roof accents, and 20-inch dynamic two-tone machined alloy wheels set it apart. The mirrors now get power folding, and include puddle lights for illumination at night. Inside, three-zone automatic climate control and heated second-row seats extend the comfort to your rear-seat passengers. This trim gets the advanced rearview camera system with an overhead view camera for added safety.
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The 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 electric SUV is doing what VW does best – taking an idea, and making it for the people. The ID.4 EV may well be the most flexible and useful electric SUV on the road today – stop in to West Broad VW and check one out for yourself!
The 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 electric SUV is doing what VW does best – taking an idea, and making it for the people. The ID.4 EV may well be the most flexible and useful electric SUV on the road today – stop in to West Broad VW and check one out for yourself!