Road Test: 2024 Volkswagen ID4 Pro S AWD

Mid-Cycle Change Brings Extra Energy and Vary

The all-electric Volkswagen ID4 crossover, first launched in 2021 with rear-wheel drive, added an all-wheel drive choice in 2023, now has had a mid-cycle replace for 2024. The adjustments embody extra energy, longer driving vary, an upgraded infotainment show and navigation, and different options that enhance on this midsize SUV that’s in-built Chattanooga, Tennessee.

2024 ID4 Fashions

Charging

All ID4 fashions are charged by a plug-in port providing three charging speeds. Utilizing an onboard 11 kW charger, there’s a most cost price of 175 kW for the 82 kWh battery, and 140 kW for the 62 kWh battery, with these cost instances.

• 120V (Stage 1) – 2 miles of cost per hour, or about 80 hours
• 240V (Stage 2) – 8 hours for the 82 kWh battery; 6.15 hours for the 62 kWh battery                  
• 480V DC Quick Charging – 80% in half-hour or much less

The ID4 Charging Plan+, using the Electrify America app, will get 500 kWh of free charging at Electrify America’s DC quick charging community of greater than 900 stations and 4,000 chargers in North America.

Further charging is thru regenerative braking that converts kinetic vitality into electrical energy, when braking or coasting, and shops it within the battery. So driving round city, in stop-and-go rush hour freeway site visitors, or coasting down hills will recharge the battery.

The Driving Expertise

Clear Fleet Report drove the 2024 Volkswagen ID4 Professional S AWD with twin electrical motors that produced a peppy 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds. That is one second quicker than the single-motor rear-wheel drive ID4 that clocks the identical distance in 5.9 seconds.

There are 4 driver-selectable drive modes—Eco, Consolation, Sport and Customized. Eco mode is for essentially the most environment friendly driving however dumbs-down the throttle response; Consolation (our go-to) gives each effectivity and good throttle really feel; Sport provides extra responsive steering and throttle response; and Customized gives a mix between Consolation and Sport. All-wheel-drive fashions provide Traction mode, which is meant for driving on free or slippery surfaces and options everlasting all-wheel drive as much as speeds of round 12 mph.

Using the B drive setting will get essentially the most aggressive motor regeneration, offering most battery recharging. The ID4 doesn’t have full one-pedal driving the place it may be introduced to an entire cease with out touching the brake pedal, however will gradual to about 1 -2 miles per hour. As soon as making use of the brake pedal and stopped, the automotive will stay in-place by way of the Auto Maintain characteristic. There aren’t any steering wheel-mounted paddles to modulate and improve regeneration, solely the B setting. This differs from most different EVs we have now pushed, the place there are generally three ranges, which permits the motive force to customise the regeneration to their driving model or highway situations.

Except for coming to a full cease or in an emergency, it’s simple to not contact the brake pedal as utilizing motor regeneration is the simplest, most handy and smoothest technique to drive an electrical automotive.

Cruising the Open Street

The ID4 Professional S AWD cruised at or above freeway speeds with confidence, passing massive rigs was not a problem because of the moment torque at any velocity. When approaching a excessive or gradual velocity nook, the turn-in was predictable because the AWD system provided assurance of excellent grip. On essentially the most aggressive corners, you may really feel the 4,907-pound mass shifting ever-so-slightly, however the suspension has been designed to simply catch the shift and proceed monitoring by the nook.

The low heart of gravity, with the 1,105-pound batteries being positioned underneath the floorboard, made for a sure-footed driving expertise with impartial dealing with coming from the electrical rack-and-pinion energy steering. The ID4 Professional S AWD has a typically comfy trip that takes all however the largest bumps in stride.

The steering is a bit mild for freeway speeds, however is welcome for the spectacular 36.4 foot turning radius (31.5 toes for the RWD fashions) that made for simple U-turns. General, the ID4 AWD is simple and a pleasure to drive, however shouldn’t be thought of a sports activities crossover.

The ID4 AWD has normal ABS and energy assisted entrance vented and rear strong discs. Dealing with and driving confidence was additionally aided by the usual digital stability management, digital brake-pressure distribution, and brake help.

Euro Design

There are delicate exterior variations between the fashions, with AWD badge on the entrance fenders differentiating the ID4 RWD and AWD fashions. For the eager of eye, there’s 0.7 inches larger floor clearance on the ID4 AWD Professional.

Each have a basic German design with glossy LED projector headlights, positioned on the outer fender edges, that are related by a signature LED mild bar intersected by the lighted VW brand. The fake grille making-up the decrease fascia has a diamond sample, which Volkswagen says helps with air stream and aerodynamics, producing a decent 0.28 drag coefficient.

The ID4 has a brief hood in comparison with its opponents, ensuing no entrance trunk/frunk. The rear energy hatch homes LED tail lights related by one other mild bar, which seems to be sharp and is normal on the S fashions.

Consolation and Tech

The inside of the ID4 AWD Professional S is ethereal, trendy, futuristic and will even be thought of sparse. Giant home windows and the panoramic glass roof, with an influence sunshade, make for a vivid cabin.

Seats are lined in V-Tex leatherette, an artificial leather-based that’s softer, hotter and lasts longer than leather-based. The heated and ventilated entrance seats have 12-way energy changes that embody 4-way lumbar, therapeutic massage and reminiscence. The second row simply accommodates two adults, three in a pinch, with the outer rear seats heated and two handy USB charge-only ports.

Cargo area is beneficiant with 30.3 cubic toes capability when the 60:40 folding rear seat is up, then expands to 64.2 cubic toes with the rear seat folded flat. For added cupboard space, the rear flooring within the cargo space will be eliminated revealing a nicely for storing, amongst different issues, the charging wire.

With the electrical ID4, you don’t begin and cease it, however extra like a pc, it’s powered up and down. Slide into the motive force seat and the sprint involves partial life, urgent the brake pedal completes the sprint read-outs. The ID4 is now able to drive by turning the appropriate stalk up for D (drive) and B (brake) for ahead, or roll the stalk again for R (reverse.) When it’s time to exit, press the button on the top of the stalk for P (park) to set the parking brake, after which slide off the seat and the ID4 powers down.

Sounds and Data

The 2024 ID4 has a 5.3-inch driver digital show that exhibits the state of cost, driving vary, navigation and driving knowledge. It’s hooked up to the steering column versus being positioned within the sprint. This location positions this important info within the driver’s line of imaginative and prescient, eliminating the necessity for a head-up show.

A 12.9-inch shade infotainment display screen, normal on the 82 kWh fashions, has a a lot improved working system since we final reviewed the ID4 in 2023. Nevertheless, among the haptic controls will be irritating, and the artist info not being displayed when deciding on a preset radio station, however requiring you to push one other button on the display screen, is odd. A 12.0-inch infotainment display screen is normal on the 62 kWh battery fashions.

The 7-speaker sound system has FM/HD radio, SiriusXM (90-day trial) and voice management, however no AM radio. The App-Connect gives smartphone integration in addition to entry to controlling many features on the ID.4 corresponding to avoiding site visitors jams, pre-heating the inside, listening to podcasts and connecting to web radio.

There are set voice instructions; say “Hiya, ID,” and you may create your personal within the Settings menu.

Further comfort options embody 30-color ambient lighting, multi-function leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel, entrance row USB-C knowledge ports, twin zone computerized local weather system with air filtration, fastened glass moon roof, and an illuminated carpeted cargo space with a 12-volt outlet.

Security

All 2024 Volkswagen ID4s include IQ.Drive, which incorporates superior driver help techniques (ADAS), corresponding to ahead collision warning and autonomous emergency braking with entrance pedestrian detection, lively facet help blind spot monitor, rear site visitors alert, lane help, adaptive cruise management w/Cease & Go, journey help and emergency help. IQ.Drive additionally permits the motive force to take away their arms for a couple of seconds and the ID4 will steer itself. This isn’t a completely automated driving system however a style of what’s to return.

The 2024 Volkswagen ID4 has a High Security Choose security score by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The US Authorities’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) awarded its highest rank of a 5 Star score.

Pricing

There are eight 2024 ID fashions, with these costs, together with the necessary $1,425 vacation spot charge. The ID4 qualifies for federal and state tax credit/incentives, and in some states, is eligible for a HOV sticker. All the time converse together with your tax advisor earlier than buying any EV.

Rear Wheel Drive – all with the 62 kWh battery

• Commonplace       $40,420
• S                  $45,420

Rear Wheel Drive – all with the 82 kWh battery

• Professional                $45,420
• Professional S             $50,420
• Professional S Plus    $52,870          

All-wheel Drive – all with the 82 kWh battery

• Professional                $49,220
• Professional S             $54,220
• Professional S Plus    $56,670      

The 2024 Volkswagen ID4 comes with these warranties:

• New Automobile – 4 years/50,000 miles
• Excessive Voltage Battery – Eight years/100,000 miles
• Scheduled Upkeep – Two years/20,000 miles
• Roadside Help – Three years/36,000 miles     
• Corrosion Perforation – Seven years/100,000 miles

Observations: 2024 Volkswagen ID4 AWD Professional S

There may be nothing like the sensation and sensation driving an electrical car. In case you are not accustomed to it, ensure that your Volkswagen seller gross sales consultant is aware of you’re an EV beginner and allows you to take a prolonged check drive. As soon as across the block is not going to be sufficient, so request (demand) getting on the freeway to totally expertise the acceleration, dealing with and trip.

The 2024 ID4 with extra highly effective motors and a revised touchscreen ought to earn it a spot in your buying listing as it’s a comfy nicely designed compact SUV household car. With tight dealing with and a easy quiet trip, the spirited all-electric driving expertise lives-up to Volkswagen’s German heritage. The four-door ID4 is solidly constructed, environment friendly, prices at a fast tempo, and comes with complementary free quick charging.

There are quicker EVs available on the market, claiming 0-60 instances underneath 4 seconds, however Volkswagen has correctly designed the ID4 to be accessible to a large swath of drivers and never simply these with a necessity for velocity.

All ID4 fashions bought in the US and Canada are made in Chattanooga, Tennessee, at VW’s manufacturing facility the place a $4.3 billion funding within the physique and battery crops has introduced on 4,700 staff the place the Passat, Atlas, and Atlas Cross Sport have been constructed since 2012.

Subsequent up for Volkswagen in 2025 are the ID7 sedan and the ID.Buzz van, that are solely the start of a march towards a full line-up of electrical autos from the 87-year previous German firm.

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Story by John Faulkner. Images by John Faulkner and Volkswagen.

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