MSRP: $39,995
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Overview
The 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 is a compact electric SUV built on the VW MEB platform, and it comes as a single-motor RWD with 282 horsepower or a dual-motor AWD with 335 hp, the latter reaching 60 mph in five seconds. Two battery sizes – 62 and 82 kWh – are available, the latter with up to 291 miles of range with RWD. Fast charging can replenish the battery from 5-80% in as little as 38 minutes.
The ID.4 is built in VW’s Chattanooga, Tennessee plant, and is sold with a 3-year Electrify America Pass+ that includes 500 kWh. In this popular segment, it competes with the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Tesla Model Y, and will appeal to people looking for an affordable and practical electric crossover with decent range.
What’s New for 2025?
Following its 2024 refresh, the updates to the 2025 ID.4 are modest. All the models now have the larger 12.9-inch touchscreen with backlit touch sliders, while S models with the 58-kWh battery get ventilated front seats as standard. S Plus models gain an auto-dimming driver’s side mirror.
New 21-inch wheel designs become available, as well as a Black package that blacks out the exterior trim, side mirrors, badging, and door handles, while 20-inch wheels are now offered on S and S Plus trims. Models built after April 2024 have more advanced seatbelt and door-ajar warnings. The 2025 Volkswagen ID.4’s price starts at $39,995.
Exterior
The ID.4 could be accused of looking a bit generic, but its styling is smoothly aerodynamic nonetheless, with flush door handles, a cleanly flowing profile, and a drag coefficient of 0.28. Base wheels measure 19 inches, the S gets 20s, and 21s are available. Illuminated front and rear VW badges are also available. All S trims come with a fixed panoramic glass roof.
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Interior
All trims have the same configurable 5.3-inch digital gauge cluster and 12.9-inch center touchscreen incorporating App-Connect, SiriusXM, a wireless charger, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The driver-assistance includes adaptive cruise control, road-sign recognition, automatic emergency braking, lane-change assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic high beams.
Cloth/leatherette seats and heated front seats are standard; the S Plus has leatherette upholstery and massaging front seats, while the Pro S Plus gets a surround-view camera and 60-color ambient lighting. The rear compartment provides a competitive but unremarkable 37.6 inches of legroom, and the trunk is similarly average, with a volume of 30.3 cu-ft.
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Price Range and Best Value Trim
The $45,095 Pro has the 82-kWh battery, 291 miles of range, and the full tech offering. The AWD Pro adds AWD for $2K.
| Trim | Price |
| Base: Limited (62 kWh, RWD) | $39,995 |
| Top: AWD Pro S Plus (82 kWh, AWD) | $57,295 |
| Best Value: Pro (82 kWh, RWD) | $45,095 |
Key Specs
Powertrain
| Config | HP | Torque | Drive | 0-60 | Range |
| RWD (82 kWh) | 282 hp | 402 lb-ft | RWD | ~5.6-6.1 sec | 291 mi |
| AWD (82 kWh) | 335 hp | ~501 lb-ft | AWD | ~4.8-5.2 sec | 263 mi |
| RWD (62 kWh) | 282 hp | 402 lb-ft | RWD | ~5.5-6.0 sec | 206 mi |
Efficiency
| Config | City | Highway | Combined | Range |
| Pro / Pro S (RWD) | 122 MPGe | 104 MPGe | 113 MPGe | 291 mi |
| AWD Pro / AWD Pro S | 108 MPGe | 96 MPGe | 102 MPGe | 263 mi |
| Limited / S Limited (RWD) | 115 MPGe | 98 MPGe | 107 MPGe | 206 mi |
Battery: 62 or 82 kWh
DC fast-charging: 175-200 kW, 5-80% ~38 min.
Cargo: 30.3 / 64.6 cu-ft (rear seat down)
Seating: 5
Warranty
| Coverage | Term |
| Basic | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Battery | 8 years / 100,000 miles |
| Complimentary Maintenance | 2 years / 20,000 miles |
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- The Pro with the 82-kWh battery’s range is 291 miles at $45K, making it one of the most affordable long-range electric crossovers, alongside 3-years Electrify America charging
- Good rear legroom and 30.3 cu-ft of cargo make the ID.4 practical for families, with interior space that rivals larger crossovers despite its compact exterior dimensions
- DC fast charging at 175-200 kW with 5-80% in about 38 minutes, and US assembly in Chattanooga with domestic battery sourcing support potential tax credit eligibility
Cons:
- The capacitive slider controls for volume and temperature remain frustrating and imprecise, requiring too much attention to adjust basic functions while driving
- The 62-kWh battery on the Limited and S Limited provides only 206 miles of range, which significantly limits long-distance usability compared to similarly priced competitors
- AWD Pro S Plus approaching $57,000 puts ID.4 in competition with the Ioniq 5, Model Y, and Mustang Mach-E, all with stronger brand cachet or better tech at similar prices
Verdict
The VW ID.4 is a solid electric crossover with no glaring faults, and it does all the fundamentals well enough, but it’s generally an average product in a competitive class, and some of its dash controls continue to irritate. Still, the Pro with its 291-mile range and fast charging at $45K makes a strong case for buyers valuing range, space, and value over flash.
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Competitors
- Ford Mustang Mach-E
- Hyundai Ioniq 5
- Kia EV6
- Chevrolet Equinox EV
- Tesla Model Y
About the author
Cobus F. Potgieter
Reviews and Features Editor