Updated 2024 VW ID.4 review // The not so weird EV?

This is a Motormouth couple car review of the updated 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 compact electric SUV. What’s New for 2024? The VW ID.4 has a new performance drive unit for 82 kWh models delivering greater horsepower and range. There’s a new available 12.9” touchscreen with backlit sliders and a more intuitive climate control interface with a revised infotainment menu. The ID.4 also has a new shifter position and revised steering wheel layout
The ID.4 has RWD and AWD options with a smaller and larger battery available.
The VW ID.4 AWD model we are driving has 335 horsepower and an 82 kWh battery with 423 km/263 miles of range.
The base VW ID.4 RWD model with 201 horsepower has a smaller 62 kWh battery with 332 km/206 miles of range.
There’s also a VW ID.4 RWD model with the larger 82 kWh battery, 468 km/291 miles of range and 280 horsepower.
The VW ID.4 offers plenty of different trim levels and it comes with some great standard features including, a 5.3” driver display, a 12” touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, wireless charger, a 6-speaker audio system, manual front seats with height adjustment, cloth and leatherette upholstery, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel and Volkswagen ID.Drive. In the US, a heated steering wheel is not standard.
In Canada, the VW ID.4 RWD (62 kWh) starts at $51,220 CAD, S RWD (62 kWh) $53,720 CAD, Pro RWD (82 kWh) $55,720 CAD, Pro S RWD (82 kWh) $58,220 CAD, Pro AWD $60,720 CAD and Pro S AWD $63,220 CAD.
In the US, VW ID.4 Standard (62 kWh) $39,735 USD, Pro RWD (82 kWh) $44,875 USD,
Pro AWD $48,755 USD, S RWD (62 kWh) $44,855 USD, Pro S RWD (82 kWh) $49,995 USD, Pro S AWD $53,875 USD.

0:00 Intro
0:18 The power
0:52 Key standard features
1:49 Ride/handling
5:29 Exterior
7:06 Interior
10:10 Back seat and cargo
10:56 Questions, Coffee & Cars
14:09 Hot topic
15:15 Vital stats
16:44 Competition
17:35 Final thoughts

[DEEPNNN]

Thank you for revisiting this car.😊
The ID.4 has held my interest for 3 years. I have a AWD PRO S with heat pump arriving within a few weeks. I am confident, from various sources, that the software is virtually glitch free now.
It seems as if ID.4 are selling well, in Nova Scotia. The first two Electrify Canada chartering centres are all but complete. Things are looking up.

[berthogendoorn]

VW intentional did not include a Frunk, so that the shorter front end enables more cabin space, I think this was very smart.

[berthogendoorn]

The 2024 VW ID 4 is great upgrade to the original ID 4, especially the software, range, drive train, charging rate etc, Very nice upgrade to a great car!

[petercorrin]

I have had my 2021 AWD Pro for 2.5 years and love it. I drive 30K Km per year and it has been awesome in gas savings. I used to drive an Audi S3 and drove quite aggressively, I find this vehicle so relaxing that my driving habits have changed a lot and a lot less stress while driving during the day. My lease is up in just over a year so hopefully I can afford the $10-12K jump in pricing for the 2024's.

[rfoley]

Love our 2023 id.4! Sure there could be improvements but no car is perfect, great bang for your buck!

[Heroization]

The one thing other car makers can't provide is the satisfactory thud you get when you close the doors of a VW !

[blackchristiangeek]

We have the 2023 VW ID.4 Pro S in the US and love it. Yes, the two button rear window things is just annoying to put it mildly. I have taken several road trips at this point and welcome two things: one, more regular software update and sooner access to Tesla Super Chargers. That's it. I still love ❤ the daily driving experience everyday day. God bless,

[ScubaSteveCanada]

Andrea & Zack ... great that you mentioned the charging stats; 175KWs is average speed for most EVs now. 10-80% in 28 minutes is a touch underwhelming; this is why charge curves are important. If you don't know what a charge curve is, it shows how long the 175KW rate will be maintained before the rate drops.

Kind of important to mention what kind of charge port is used; NACS or the original CCS system. NACS will allow you to use the Tesla Charging Network. I found Electrify Canada to be reliable as opposed to Electrify America (could be due to less charging stations in Canada though). I would consider the Ioniq 5 EV over the EV6 since the EV6 isn't really a SUV.

[rperezfitedu]

We have a first generation Germany built ID4 for the last 3 years and it has been a very good car no issues whatsoever

[LYNDONGOLDEN]

I never thought about people cross shopping this car against Tiguan. You go with ID.4 for one of the fundamental EV luxuries: the smooth, seamless, quiet propulsion. No quivers at idle, no power pause or bogging while waiting for a turbo or transmission to sort themselves out.

[BigDaddyInKS]

If you are thinking about the 62 kWh battery ID.4 Standard or S trim, and worried about range, don't. I have a 2023 S RWD with the leatherette power adjustable, massaging seats, panoramic roof with oower sunshade, etc snd its been an amazing EV at a lower price point. But i still get all the options of the Pro S trim except for AWD which I dont feel I need living in Northeast Kansas. I get 220 miles of hwy range which is better than the EPA estinated 209, and between 240 & 290 miles of city range deoending on my driving efficiency. I love my 23 ID.4 S RWD abd road trip it all the time. Ive never had ti worry about the shirtter range either, so if you are looking to save sone money, the 62 kWh battery S trim RWD could be a great option for you without sacrificing options.

[ErrorVector]

No heat pump in the US? Good thing the US doesn't get winter I guess. Wait yes they do.

[OFOFBORG]

Good looking vehicle and interesting interior design and I agree with you piano black got to go.

[lplt]

the only time i "roll" my windows down is at the drive thru, never used the back windows, not sure thats an issue at all. A/C is on 24/7

[vulpixelful]

I have this car, in this model year and trim, and it's a great drive. The tight turning radius comes in handy more than you'd think. Even smaller turning radius than the Ioniq 5. I don't really have issues with the piano black, either, but I don't have kids with greasy fingers 😅

The steering capacitive buttons are responsive and I never accidentally hit the "Rear" capacitive button for the windows, but I could see this happening if you have different proportions.

[pietwandelaar]

Those piano black trim and window switch complaints are extremely minor. It's a great car!

[hereigoagain]

Good for VW! Hope it sells well. Hey VW, it gets cold in Northern USA. Why no heat pump?

[jonclassical]

Cheers guys...I would like to see y'all expand your standard review format to go just a little more in depth on the "sound systems" and what you get with the manufacturers "upgarded" systems. (Sometimes you do cover this, but never all times!) I am a total audiophile geek and a mjor consideration with me and cars is how good I can get with auto sound! Classical music is my thing, but all genres benefit. Long road trips are much more bearable with a full orchestra!

[jimsomerville]

The updates seem nice. Wish had true one pedal mode to a full stop though. Our 2021 has been enjoyable, despite all the recalls. But never left us stranded. A couple of the battery packs were replaced early on under warranty - nice that that can be done unlike integrated batteries. I wouldn't buy a plug-in car unless it has a NACS port though.

[danhoussar]

Good review guys! Looking forward to your review on the 25 Jetta.