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2026 Volkswagen ID.4
- MSRP Price
- $46,570
- Edmunds Market Price
- $37,051
Pros
Many helpful driver assist and technology features come standard, smooth ride and spacious cabin, tight turn radius makes parking and U-turns a breeze.
Cons
Some controls can be difficult to operate, some low-quality cabin plastics cheapen the experience, not as sporty or fun to drive as most rival EVs.
Verdict
The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 combines class-leading cargo space, competitive range and generous standard features. It doesn't quite match the polish or performance of some rivals, though, and a price increase undermines its appeal, but it's still worth a look, especially for fans of the brand.
Specs
See all specs- EPA Est. Range
- 263 - 291 Miles
- Seating
- 5 Seats
- Cargo Capacity
- 30 Cubic Feet
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Drivetrain
- Rear wheel drive, All wheel drive
- Limited Warranty
- 4 years/50,000 miles
Overview
With Volkswagen pausing production of its ID.Buzz electric van for 2026, the ID.4 remains the lone EV in VW's American lineup. It's not an unfamiliar role for the midsize electric SUV, a steady seller since its debut five years ago. With seating for five, plenty of useful space, and nearly 300 miles of range, the ID.4 is a top electric family shuttle that can still take you far out of town when the urge strikes.
Where This Vehicle Ranks
#6 in Best Small electric SUVs
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Compare the top carsCompetitors to Consider
With half a decade under its belt, the ID.4 is now one of the elders of the compact electric SUV class. Newer challengers include the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, Chevrolet Equinox EV and Honda Prologue. The ID.4 has the most cargo space of this group but the least range. It's also one of the more expensive options. If you're looking to reduce charging times, consider the Hyundai, which can recharge from 10% to 80% in about 20 minutes (versus closer to 30 minutes for the ID.4).
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The Edmunds calculated market price of the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 starts at $37,051 and goes up to $50,943 depending on options.
Given the ID.4's price jump for 2026, we recommend the base Pro trim with standard rear-wheel drive. It comes generously equipped with heated seats, wireless charging, a 12.9-inch touchscreen and several driver assist features, and it remains under the $50K ceiling, or just slightly over $50K with all-wheel drive.
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Warranty
- Basic Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- EV battery Warranty
- 8 years / 100,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 7 years / 100,000 miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 3 years / 36,000 miles
- Free maintenance Warranty
- 2 years / 20,000 miles
Specifications
- 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro
- Total Seating: 5
- Price
- Pro: MSRP $45,095
- Powertrain
- Base engine type: electric, horsepower: 282 hp, torque: 402 lb-ft. Transmission: 1-speed direct drive, drive type: rear wheel drive.
- Chassis
- Four-wheel independent suspension (standard), front and rear stabilizer bar (standard). Ventilated front disc / rear drum brakes (standard).
- Dimensions
- Wheelbase: 108.9 in. Length: 180.5 in. Height: 64.6 in. Cargo capacity, all seats in place: 30.3 cu.ft. Curb weight: 4575 lbs.
- EPA Fuel Economy
- EPA electricity range: 291 mi., EPA kWh/100 mi: 30, EPA time to charge battery (at 240V): 8.0 hr., Fast-charge port type: SAE Combo.
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- More features and specs
- 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro
- Total Seating: 5
- Price
- AWD Pro: MSRP $48,995
- Powertrain
- Base engine type: electric, horsepower: 335 hp. Transmission: 1-speed direct drive, drive type: all wheel drive.
- Chassis
- Four-wheel independent suspension (standard), front and rear stabilizer bar (standard). Ventilated front disc / rear drum brakes (standard).
- Dimensions
- Wheelbase: 108.8 in. Length: 180.5 in. Height: 65.2 in. Cargo capacity, all seats in place: 30.3 cu.ft. Curb weight: 4799 lbs.
- EPA Fuel Economy
- EPA electricity range: 263 mi., EPA kWh/100 mi: 33, EPA time to charge battery (at 240V): 8.0 hr., Fast-charge port type: SAE Combo.
What’s it like to live with?
We drove a 2021 ID.4 for nearly 15,000 miles over the course of a year and found it surprisingly efficient and easy to drive in the city. We had plenty of issues with the touchscreen interface, which VW has improved since then. The current ID.4 benefits from other improvements as well, but many of our observations of the 2021 model still apply to the 2026 edition.
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