How much is a new 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 in Perris, CA?

A new 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 starts at $47,176 (including destination charge) in Perris, CA. Prices will go up based on the trim level you choose and any options you add. Keep in mind that prices can also vary from one state to another and even from one dealership to the next. Learn more

How much does a 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 SUV cost in Perris, CA?

A new 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 SUV starts at $47,176 in Perris, CA. Prices will vary depending on what trim level you choose. Each state may have different pricing, so make sure you enter your correct ZIP code on Edmunds. Learn more

How much is a brand-new Volkswagen ID.4 in Perris, CA?

A brand-new Volkswagen ID.4 starts at $47,176 in Perris, CA. The price can change based on a number of factors such as location, model year, trim level and options. Learn more

How much does a 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 cost in Perris, CA?

A 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 costs from $47,176 to about $60,236 in Perris, CA. The prices will vary based on trim level, installed options and dealership discounts. Learn more

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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S 4dr SUV
$56,261
MSRP $56,261
- Exterior color: Deep Black PearlDeep Black Pearl
- Interior color: Galaxy leatheretteGalaxy leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Riverside Volkswagen (15 mi away)4.85 out of 5 stars(52)
- Home delivery*
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
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Located in Riverside, CA / 15 miles away from Perris, CA
This Volkswagen ID.4 delivers a Electric engine powering this Automatic transmission. Window Grid And Roof Mount Diversity Antenna, VW Car-Net Safe & ...
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VIN: 1V2WSPE89SC000770
Stock: 57669
Listed since: 03-10-2025
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S 4dr SUV
$56,666
MSRP $56,666
- Exterior color: Pure GrayPure Gray
- Interior color: Galaxy leatheretteGalaxy leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Riverside Volkswagen (15 mi away)4.85 out of 5 stars(52)
- Home delivery*
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Riverside, CA / 15 miles away from Perris, CA
This Volkswagen ID.4 delivers a Electric engine powering this Automatic transmission. Window Grid And Roof Mount Diversity Antenna, VW Car-Net Safe & ...
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Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2WSPE83SC009996
Stock: 57837
Listed since: 06-18-2025
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S 4dr SUV
$56,261
MSRP $56,261
- Exterior color: Pure GrayPure Gray
- Interior color: Galaxy leatheretteGalaxy leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Riverside Volkswagen (15 mi away)4.85 out of 5 stars(52)
- Home delivery*
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Riverside, CA / 15 miles away from Perris, CA
This Volkswagen ID.4 delivers a Electric engine powering this Automatic transmission. Window Grid And Roof Mount Diversity Antenna, VW Car-Net Safe & ...
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2WSPE80SC000172
Stock: 57674
Listed since: 03-10-2025
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S Plus 4dr SUV
$59,461
MSRP $59,461
- Exterior color: Deep Black PearlDeep Black Pearl
- Interior color: Galaxy leatheretteGalaxy leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Riverside Volkswagen (15 mi away)4.85 out of 5 stars(52)
- Home delivery*
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Keyless Entry/Start
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Located in Riverside, CA / 15 miles away from Perris, CA
This Volkswagen ID.4 boasts a Electric engine powering this Automatic transmission. Window Grid And Roof Mount Diversity Antenna, VW Car-Net Safe & Se...
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2JSPE83SC002475
Stock: 57702
Listed since: 03-18-2025
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S 4dr SUV
$56,716
MSRP $56,716
- Exterior color: Opal White PearlOpal White Pearl
- Interior color: Galaxy leatheretteGalaxy leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Riverside Volkswagen (15 mi away)4.85 out of 5 stars(52)
- Home delivery*
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Riverside, CA / 15 miles away from Perris, CA
This Volkswagen ID.4 delivers a Electric engine powering this Automatic transmission. Window Grid And Roof Mount Diversity Antenna, VW Car-Net Safe & ...
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2WSPE80SC007977
Stock: 57772
Listed since: 05-13-2025
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S 4dr SUV
$56,666
MSRP $56,666
- Exterior color: Silver Mist MetallicSilver Mist Metallic
- Interior color: Cosmic Black leatheretteCosmic Black leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Riverside Volkswagen (15 mi away)4.85 out of 5 stars(52)
- Home delivery*
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
Close
Located in Riverside, CA / 15 miles away from Perris, CA
This Volkswagen ID.4 delivers a Electric engine powering this Automatic transmission. Window Grid And Roof Mount Diversity Antenna, VW Car-Net Safe & ...
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Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2WSPE85SC010423
Stock: 57847
Listed since: 06-25-2025
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S 4dr SUV
$56,716
MSRP $56,716
- Exterior color: Opal White PearlOpal White Pearl
- Interior color: Galaxy leatheretteGalaxy leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Riverside Volkswagen (15 mi away)4.85 out of 5 stars(52)
- Home delivery*
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
Close
Located in Riverside, CA / 15 miles away from Perris, CA
This Volkswagen ID.4 delivers a Electric engine powering this Automatic transmission. Window Grid And Roof Mount Diversity Antenna, VW Car-Net Safe & ...
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2WSPE87SC004221
Stock: 57699T
Listed since: 07-19-2025
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S 4dr SUV
$56,716
MSRP $56,716
- Exterior color: Opal White PearlOpal White Pearl
- Interior color: Cosmic Black leatheretteCosmic Black leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Riverside Volkswagen (15 mi away)4.85 out of 5 stars(52)
- Home delivery*
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
Close
Located in Riverside, CA / 15 miles away from Perris, CA
This Volkswagen ID.4 boasts a Electric engine powering this Automatic transmission. Window Grid And Roof Mount Diversity Antenna, VW Car-Net Safe & Se...
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2WSPE85SC004962
Stock: 57739
Listed since: 04-17-2025
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S 4dr SUV
$56,416
MSRP $56,416
- Exterior color: Deep Black PearlDeep Black Pearl
- Interior color: Cosmic Black leatheretteCosmic Black leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Volkswagen South Coast (35 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Santa Ana, CA / 35 miles away from Perris, CA

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Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2WSPE81SC001430
Stock: 59763
Listed since: 03-11-2025
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S 4dr SUV
$56,306
MSRP $56,306
- Exterior color: Arctic Blue MetallicArctic Blue Metallic
- Interior color: Cosmic Black leatheretteCosmic Black leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Volkswagen South Coast (35 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Santa Ana, CA / 35 miles away from Perris, CA

Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2WSPE85SC003164
Stock: 59783
Listed since: 03-22-2025
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S Plus 4dr SUV
$59,616
MSRP $59,616
- Exterior color: Pure Gray w/Black RoofPure Gray w/Black Roof
- Interior color: Cosmic Black leatheretteCosmic Black leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Volkswagen South Coast (35 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Keyless Entry/Start
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Located in Santa Ana, CA / 35 miles away from Perris, CA

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Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2JSPE89SC000777
Stock: 59750
Listed since: 03-04-2025
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S 4dr SUV
$56,761
MSRP $56,761
- Exterior color: Opal White PearlOpal White Pearl
- Interior color: Cosmic Black leatheretteCosmic Black leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Volkswagen South Coast (35 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
Close
Located in Santa Ana, CA / 35 miles away from Perris, CA

Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2WSPE83SC004460
Stock: 59803
Listed since: 04-07-2025
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro 4dr SUV
$51,076
MSRP
- Exterior color: Pure GrayPure Gray
- Interior color: Gray leatherette/clothGray leatherette/cloth
- 263 mi range
- Volkswagen of Garden Grove (41 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Keyless Entry/Start
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Located in Garden Grove, CA / 41 miles away from Perris, CA
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Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2DSPE82SC013805
Stock: 013805
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
Pro 4dr SUV
$47,176
MSRP
- Exterior color: Mountain Lake Blue MetallicMountain Lake Blue Metallic
- Interior color: Gray leatherette/clothGray leatherette/cloth
- 291 mi range
- Volkswagen of Garden Grove (41 mi away)
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Keyless Entry/Start
- Upgraded Headlights
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Located in Garden Grove, CA / 41 miles away from Perris, CA
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2CRPE87SC013385
Stock: 013385
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S Plus 4dr SUV
$53,204
MSRP $60,236
- Exterior color: Opal White Pearl w/Black RoofOpal White Pearl w/Black Roof
- Interior color: Cosmic Black leatheretteCosmic Black leatherette
- 263 mi range
- AutoNation Volkswagen Carlsbad (46 mi away)5 out of 5 stars(3)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Keyless Entry/Start
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Located in Carlsbad, CA / 46 miles away from Perris, CA
Panoramic Roof,Navigation System,Opal White W/Black Roof,Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror W/Homelink Connect,2-In-1 (240V/120V) Ev Charging Cable,Rubber M...
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Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2JSPE80SC014017
Stock: SC014017
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
Pro S 4dr SUV
$46,169
MSRP $52,971
- Exterior color: Pure GrayPure Gray
- Interior color: Cosmic Black leatheretteCosmic Black leatherette
- 291 mi range
- AutoNation Volkswagen Carlsbad (46 mi away)5 out of 5 stars(3)
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Keyless Entry/Start
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Located in Carlsbad, CA / 46 miles away from Perris, CA
Id.4 Black Package,Panoramic Roof,Navigation System,2-In-1 (240V/120V) Ev Charging Cable,Rubber Monster Mats Kit (Set Of 4),Lane Keeping Assist,Keyles...
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2VRPE87SC013721
Stock: SC013721
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2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S 4dr SUV
$49,783
MSRP $56,631
- Exterior color: Aurora Red MetallicAurora Red Metallic
- Interior color: Galaxy leatheretteGalaxy leatherette
- 263 mi range
- AutoNation Volkswagen Carlsbad (46 mi away)5 out of 5 stars(3)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Carlsbad, CA / 46 miles away from Perris, CA
Panoramic Roof,Navigation System,Aurora Red Metallic,2-In-1 (240V/120V) Ev Charging Cable,Rubber Monster Mats Kit (Set Of 4),Lane Keeping Assist,Keyle...
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2WSPE8XSC003211
Stock: SC003211
Listed since: 04-02-2025
2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S Plus 4dr SUV
$52,768
MSRP $59,781
- Exterior color: Pure Gray w/Black RoofPure Gray w/Black Roof
- Interior color: Cosmic Black leatheretteCosmic Black leatherette
- 263 mi range
- AutoNation Volkswagen Carlsbad (46 mi away)5 out of 5 stars(3)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Keyless Entry/Start
Close
Located in Carlsbad, CA / 46 miles away from Perris, CA
Panoramic Roof,Navigation System,Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror W/Homelink Connect,2-In-1 (240V/120V) Ev Charging Cable,Rubber Monster Mats Kit (Set Of ...
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2JSPE83SC012049
Stock: SC012049
Listed since: 07-10-2025
2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S Plus 4dr SUV
$52,443
MSRP $59,376
- Exterior color: Arctic Blue Metallic w/Black RoofArctic Blue Metallic w/Black Roof
- Interior color: Galaxy leatheretteGalaxy leatherette
- 263 mi range
- AutoNation Volkswagen Carlsbad (46 mi away)5 out of 5 stars(3)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Keyless Entry/Start
Close
Located in Carlsbad, CA / 46 miles away from Perris, CA
Panoramic Roof,Navigation System,Arctic Blue Metallic W/Black Roof,2-In-1 (240V/120V) Ev Charging Cable,Rubber Monster Mats Kit (Set Of 4),Lane Keepin...
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2JSPE87SC002799
Stock: SC002799
Listed since: 04-02-2025
2025 Volkswagen ID.4
AWD Pro S 4dr SUV
$45,944
MSRP $56,306
- Exterior color: Deep Black PearlDeep Black Pearl
- Interior color: Cosmic Black leatheretteCosmic Black leatherette
- 263 mi range
- Mossy Volkswagen (47 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Escondido, CA / 47 miles away from Perris, CA
Deep Black Pearl 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S AWD Single-Speed Automatic Electric MotorWelcome to Mossy Volkswagen Escondido- the fastest growing San Di...
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2WSPE88SC009721
Stock: V0346
Listed since: 07-02-2025
2025 Volkswagen ID.4
Pro S 4dr SUV
$43,274
MSRP $53,621
- Exterior color: Opal White PearlOpal White Pearl
- Interior color: Cosmic Black leatheretteCosmic Black leatherette
- 291 mi range
- Mossy Volkswagen (47 mi away)
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Keyless Entry/Start
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Located in Escondido, CA / 47 miles away from Perris, CA
Opal White Pearl 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S RWD Single-Speed Automatic Electric MotorWelcome to Mossy Volkswagen Escondido- the fastest growing San Di...
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1V2VRPE8XSC009310
Stock: V0454
Listed since: 07-28-2025

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2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S Plus 4dr SUV w/SK On Battery, 170kW DC Fast Charging Capability (electric DD)

I have read the Edmunds review and many EV’s and I drove quite a few, Hybrid’s and EV’s. I decided to purchase the Pro S front drive only ID.4……I would give it a 9.5. It is extremely quick and so fun to drive. It is a solid vehicle and hugs the road like it is glued down. I think if you compare to a $100,000 EV yea there will be a difference in power, but frankly you do not need it. I …

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Trim	MPG	Engine	Starting Price
2025 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro S 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)	N/A	N/A	$56,261
2025 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro S Plus 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)	N/A	N/A	$59,376
2025 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)	N/A	N/A	$51,076
2025 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4dr SUV (electric DD)	N/A	N/A	$47,176
2025 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S 4dr SUV (electric DD)	N/A	N/A	$52,971

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Edmunds has 96 New Volkswagen ID.4s for sale near you, including a 2025 ID.4 Pro SUV and a 2025 ID.4 AWD Pro S Plus SUV ranging in price from $47,176 to $60,236.

How much is a new 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 in Perris, CA?: A new 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 starts at $47,176 (including destination charge) in Perris, CA. Prices will go up based on the trim level you choose and any options you add. Keep in mind that prices can also vary from one state to another and even from one dealership to the next.
How much does a 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 SUV cost in Perris, CA?: A new 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 SUV starts at $47,176 in Perris, CA. Prices will vary depending on what trim level you choose. Each state may have different pricing, so make sure you enter your correct ZIP code on Edmunds.

How much is a brand-new Volkswagen ID.4 in Perris, CA?: A brand-new Volkswagen ID.4 starts at $47,176 in Perris, CA. The price can change based on a number of factors such as location, model year, trim level and options.
How much does a 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 cost in Perris, CA?: A 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 costs from $47,176 to about $60,236 in Perris, CA. The prices will vary based on trim level, installed options and dealership discounts.

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