Highway Check: 2024 Volkswagen ID4 Professional 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 modifications 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 means of a plug-in port providing three charging speeds. Utilizing an onboard 11 kW charger, there’s a most cost charge of 175 kW for the 82 kWh battery, and 140 kW for the 62 kWh battery, with these cost instances.

• 120V (Degree 1) – 2 miles of cost per hour, or about 80 hours
• 240V (Degree 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.

Extra 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) supplies each effectivity and good throttle really feel; Sport provides extra responsive steering and throttle response; and Customized supplies a mix between Consolation and Sport. All-wheel-drive fashions supply 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 a whole 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 through the Auto Maintain function. There are not any steering wheel-mounted paddles to modulate and improve regeneration, solely the B setting. This differs from most different EVs we’ve got pushed, the place there are generally three ranges, which permits the driving force to customise the regeneration to their driving type or highway situations.

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

Cruising the Open Highway

The ID4 Professional S AWD cruised at or above freeway speeds with confidence, passing large rigs was not a problem because of the moment torque at any pace. When approaching a excessive or gradual pace nook, the turn-in was predictable because the AWD system supplied assurance of excellent grip. On essentially the most aggressive corners, you’ll be able to 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 means of the nook.

The low middle of gravity, with the 1,105-pound batteries being positioned below 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 snug 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 ft for the RWD fashions) that made for straightforward U-turns. Total, the ID4 AWD is straightforward and a pleasure to drive, however shouldn’t be thought-about a sports activities crossover.

The ID4 AWD has normal ABS and energy assisted entrance vented and rear stable 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 increased floor clearance on the ID4 AWD Professional.

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

The ID4 has a brief hood in comparison with its rivals, ensuing no entrance trunk/frunk. The rear energy hatch homes LED tail lights linked by one other mild bar, which seems 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-about sparse. Giant home windows and the panoramic glass roof, with an influence sunshade, make for a shiny 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 ft capability when the 60:40 folding rear seat is up, then expands to 64.2 cubic ft with the rear seat folded flat. For added cupboard space, the rear ground within the cargo space could be eliminated revealing a effectively for storing, amongst different issues, the charging twine.

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 driving 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 correct 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 Info

The 2024 ID4 has a 5.3-inch driver digital show that reveals the state of cost, driving vary, navigation and driving information. It’s connected 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 colour infotainment display, normal on the 82 kWh fashions, has a a lot improved working system since we final reviewed the ID4 in 2023. Nevertheless, a few of the haptic controls could be irritating, and the artist info not being displayed when choosing a preset radio station, however requiring you to push one other button on the display, is odd. A 12.0-inch infotainment display 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-Join supplies smartphone integration in addition to entry to controlling many features on the ID.4 resembling avoiding site visitors jams, pre-heating the inside, listening to podcasts and connecting to web radio.

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

Extra comfort options embody 30-color ambient lighting, multi-function leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel, entrance row USB-C information ports, twin zone automated local weather system with air filtration, mounted 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 methods (ADAS), resembling ahead collision warning and autonomous emergency braking with entrance pedestrian detection, energetic 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 driving force to take away their fingers for a number of seconds and the ID4 will steer itself. This isn’t a totally automated driving system however a style of what’s to return.

The 2024 Volkswagen ID4 has a Prime Security Choose security ranking by the Insurance coverage Institute for Freeway Security (IIHS). The US Authorities’s Nationwide Freeway Site visitors Security Administration (NHTSA) awarded its highest rank of a 5 Star ranking.

Pricing

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

Rear Wheel Drive – all with the 62 kWh battery

• Normal       $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 automobile. If you’re not conversant in it, make certain your Volkswagen seller gross sales consultant is aware of you might be an EV beginner and allows you to take a prolonged check drive. As soon as across the block won’t 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 checklist as it’s a snug effectively designed compact SUV household automobile. With tight dealing with and a clean 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 in the marketplace, claiming 0-60 instances below 4 seconds, however Volkswagen has properly designed the ID4 to be accessible to a large swath of drivers and never simply these with a necessity for pace.

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 outdated German firm.

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

Beforehand with the ID4:

Highway Journey with the 2021 ID4