Volkswagen ID.4
Electric SUV · 4W · Launched 2021
GBP 40,000 - 53,000
≈ ₹38.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
470 km
Battery
82 kWh
Top speed
180 km/h
Charge
7.5 hr
Power
282 bhp
Seats
5
Overview
ID.4. Mainstream electric SUV buyers wanting MEB platform reliability, large boot, and global service network. Status: currently on sale in US/CA/GB/EU/AU/AE.
Best for
Mainstream electric SUV buyers wanting MEB platform reliability, large boot, and global service network
Pros & cons
+Pros
- VW MEB platform proven at scale
- Heat pump on 82 kWh trims
- Cargo space among best in segment
- Plug & Charge support
−Cons
- Capacitive infotainment controls criticized
- Software niggles in early model years
- Not as quick as Tesla Model Y
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Volkswagen in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Range drops 15-25% at sustained highway speed in cold/AC use
Reported in earlier models — Volkswagen has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery should be checked annually on PHEV/EV
Reported in earlier models — Volkswagen has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast-charge speeds vary with operator firmware and battery temperature
Reported in earlier models — Volkswagen has released fixes for newer batches.
Software OTA cadence varies by region — early build niggles common
Reported in earlier models — Volkswagen has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the Volkswagen ID.4 in United Kingdom
- 1Range: the 292 miles figure quoted in United Kingdom is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
- 2Charging: a 82 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network — this model does 10-80% in ~28 min (175 kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
- 4Climate: Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
- 5Fit: ample for daily driving and longer motorway runs without range anxiety.
The Volkswagen ID.4 for United Kingdom buyers
What this electric car means in United Kingdom — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in United Kingdom
The Volkswagen ID.4 is rated at 292 miles on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
Charging
Plan around CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network. The 82 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
Climate & real-world range
Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current United Kingdom eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 82 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 470 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 7.5 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in ~28 min (175 kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 180 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 282 bhp |
| Torque | 300 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | RWD / AWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | — |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 180 mm |
| Boot space | 543 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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The Volkswagen ID.4 scores 7.4/10 overall. Best suited for: Mainstream electric SUV buyers wanting MEB platform reliability, large boot, and global service network. Key strength: vw meb platform proven at scale. Main consideration: capacitive infotainment controls criticized.
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