2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

Name: 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Review
Brand: Volkswagen

Price Range: $19,980 - $31,998

2023 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro S Plus 4dr SUV Exterior

The 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 is a solid pick for an electric SUV thanks to its easy-to-drive nature, roomy seating and value. Its real-world range also exceeds expectations in both single- and dual-motor varieties. A frustrating control interface is the ID.4's biggest drawback.

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2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

by the Edmunds Experts

4/17/2023

What's new

New Standard trim with smaller battery and lower starting price
12-inch touchscreen now comes standard
Automated parking system included as standard
Upgraded interior materials
Part of the first ID.4 generation introduced for 2021

What is the ID.4?

With all the hype surrounding Teslas, Lucids and Rivians, you might think you need to spend a fortune to get behind the wheel of an EV these days. But Volkswagen would like to interrupt your train of thought with the ID.4. Slightly smaller than the brand's compact Tiguan SUV, it offers just as much passenger space as said Tiguan while producing more power and still delivering decent electric range. Volkswagen says the ID.4 makes a great first step into the world of EVs and we're inclined to agree.

Currently the ID.4 is available with an 82-kWh battery pack and your choice of rear- or all-wheel drive. This makes the most affordable ID.4 around $42K, which is still out of reach for some buyers. For 2023, rumors are swirling that Volkswagen will release an ID.4 with a slightly smaller battery and a price closer to $35K (before any federal tax credit). And as long as that base model is just as well equipped as the current ID.4, we see that as a win-win for the budget-conscious EV buyer.

The counterpoints to the ID.4 include the Hyundai Kona Electric, the recently redesigned Kia Niro EV and the Chevrolet Bolt EUV. All three offer the utility and practicality of a small SUV and provide EPA-estimated range around or in excess of 250 miles. To see what other EVs offer similar range, check out our real-world EV range leaderboard.

Edmunds says

The ID.4 offers an enviable balance of practicality and efficiency, and Volkswagen is looking to add affordability to the list of the ID.4's positives. A more budget-friendly ID.4 may be on the way for 2023, so if you like what this electric VW has to offer but don't have the coin to buy the current model, hold tight until later this year to see what Volkswagen has in store.

2023 Volkswagen ID.4 EV Insights

Trim:

ID.4 Standard

Estimated Range Based on Age

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259 miles^{The range for a used 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 is estimated to be 259 miles because electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year, with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.}

EV batteries lose 1-2% of range per year. Est. range for this car is 259 miles.^{Electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.}

Estimated range map^{This map is a visual representation of the possible one-way and round-trips by this vehicle (on a full charge) from the geometric center of Chicago, Illinois. The depicted ranges are based on the estimated new vehicle range value provided by the EPA, rounded down to miles for one-way and miles for round-trip. Actual range will vary depending on the condition of this vehicle’s battery pack, how you drive, driving conditions and other factors.Map display generated using: © openrouteservice.org by HeiGIT | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors | Leaflet} from

Charging

SAE Combo^{Standard port for most electric models. Supports Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast charging.}

Plug Type

6 hrs

240V Home Charging^{Estimated total charging time when using a 240V outlet. This is either a 3-prong or 4-prong outlet used for appliances, for example a clothes dryer.}

EV batteries should be kept at 30-80% charged to extend battery life.

When can I use NACS/Tesla charging stations?

EV Battery Warranty

8 yrs or 100,000 miles^{The federal government requires that EV batteries be warrantied for a minimum of eight years or 100,000 miles. The EV battery warranty includes replacement if your battery capacity drops below a certain percentage of the original capacity.}

According to GeoTab’s data, if the observed degradation rates are maintained, the vast majority of batteries will outlast the usable life of the vehicle.

Estimated battery warranty remaining is 6 years or 72,000 miles for this car.^{Warranty remaining value is based on the vehicle year, and on driving 14,000 miles per year. Confirm exact warranty coverage for each vehicle with the dealers and the manufacturer before purchasing.}

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

$7,850

Available Rebates. Restrictions apply.

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Cost to Drive

$69/mo

ID.4

$189/mo

SUV Avg.

Monthly estimates based on costs in Illinois

Am I Ready for an EV?

EV ownership works best if you can charge at home (240V outlet) ^{This typically means a 240V home installation, or other places your car is parked for several hours each day. Don't expect a regular household outlet (120V) to suffice.}
Adding a home charging system is estimated to cost $1,616 in
^{This is an estimate for your area. Using your address and the answers you provide, Treehouse can provide a more accurate price.}
Edmunds is partnering with Treehouse, an independent provider of home EV installation services. Learn more about the installation services partnership ^{Edmunds customers receive a 10% installation discount and 4% smart charger discount. Discount excludes permit, hosted inspection, and load management devices. Valid for 30 days.}

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Volkswagen ID.4 Reviews

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3.8

33 reviews

5(52%)

4(12%)

3(12%)

2(9%)

1(15%)

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VW winner!

Freddymac, 10/28/2023

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 …

Roomy spacious fun to drive

Bob, 01/02/2023

2023 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro S 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)

Not sure how this compares to Tesla but certainly lower priced than similarly equipped. Software needs work and UI is not intuitive and slightly buggy. Otherwise it's an amazing car and had a great experience driving 500 miles in a day. Charging network is great in California and never felt I would run out of juice.

Excellent EV SUV

ID.4 owner, 07/12/2023

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

Have a 2023 ID.4 Pro S with the SK battery and have owned it for a bit over 6k miles now. Absolutely love it, it’s an excellent vehicle, roomy, quiet, comfortable, great ev range and battery charging speeds. Really nothing to complain about, no issues with the car, the infotainment issues are over stated especially with the newer software, the software on this car is just as good as …

Small issues

EVDriver, 02/09/2024

2023 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro S 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)

the good: Great looks. Much more power than I would ever need. Ok range. Overall nice car. Software issues are not as bad as online complaints. Wireless iphone/android is useful and works. General complaints: Visibility is a real issue. Front columns are hindering right and left side. when making a 90-degree turn, there is pretty much no visibility of pedestrians. You have to lean all …

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2023 ID.4 Highlights

Type:

SUV

Trim:

Standard

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$38,995
EV Tax Credits & Rebates	$7,850 Based on income
Engine Type	Electric
EPA Electric Range	209 miles
Cost to Drive	$69/month
Total Charging Time (240V)	6.0 hours
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	30.3 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles
EV Battery Warranty	8 years / 100,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the ID.4 models:

Adaptive Cruise Control: Maintains a driver-set distance between the Volkswagen and the car in front. It can also react to traffic signs and set speed.
Driver Attention Warning: Issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued and can slow the vehicle to a stop.
Forward Assist: Warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover10.3%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Good
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

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2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

What's new

What is the ID.4?

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2023 Volkswagen ID.4 EV Insights

Estimated Range Based on Age

Charging

EV Battery Warranty

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

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Am I Ready for an EV?

Volkswagen ID.4 Reviews

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