Overview
The Volkswagen ID.4 is the MEB platform’s volume mid-size SUV — the most important electric vehicle in Volkswagen’s global lineup and the product that the company needs to succeed to maintain relevance through the EV transition. The Pro uses the larger 82kWh battery for maximum range.
The ID.4’s character reflects VW’s mainstream positioning: sensible, practical, and well-executed without the design ambition of Audi or the performance focus of the Kia EV6. It is a family SUV for buyers who want an EV without either a learning curve or a compromise in daily practicality.
The 543L boot — one of the largest in the segment — reflects the MEB platform’s packaging efficiency. The flat floor allows cargo to fill the width of the boot with no intrusion from a drivetrain tunnel.
Key Specification
Battery: 82kWh. WLTP: 551km. Drive: RWD. DC: 175kW. 0-100: approximately 8.8s. Price: approximately $64,990.
Real-world highway range: 440-470km. 10-80% at 175kW DC: approximately 32 minutes. Boot: 543L + 44L front storage.
Interior and Technology
A 12.9-inch central touchscreen dominates the dashboard. Physical buttons are largely absent — climate, media, and navigation are all touch-only. This design choice generates the most consistent negative feedback from ID.4 owners: heating the seat or adjusting the fan requires a touchscreen interaction rather than a physical reach. A haptic steering wheel touch strip provides some physical feedback for common functions.
Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto are standard. ID.4’s infotainment software has improved through over-the-air updates.
Safety
Five-star NCAP. Travel Assist standard: combined adaptive cruise and lane centring on supported roads. AEB, Side Assist, Rear Traffic Alert.
Verdict
The ID.4 Pro is for buyers who want a mainstream European family EV. 551km range, 543L boot, and a familiar VW family SUV character at a competitive price. The touch-only controls are the most common ownership complaint. The MEB platform’s 175kW DC ceiling and three-year warranty trail Korean competitors at comparable prices.