For the first time, Volkswagen is offering a fully electric SUV – the ID.4. As the second model from the brand to be launched on the dedicated MEB platform, it boasts class-leading digitalisation and connectivity, allied to a highly-efficient electric powertrain and battery layout – this time with the availability of four-wheel drive at a later date.
Like the ID.3, the new model is being launched as a limited-run 1ST Edition with a range of pre-configured trim levels to follow later in the year.
The ID.4 1ST Edition will cost £37,800 after the plug-in vehicle grant is applied, and is expected to arrive in Retailers during March.
Word premiere
Unveiled during a digital world premiere last September, the ID.4 is the second model in the ID. family and the first to be sold globally. Right now customers in the UK can place their orders for the ID.4 1ST Edition.
As with the ID.3 1ST Edition, there are several features to mark the ID.4 1ST Edition apart from future ID.4 models. These include internal and external ‘1ST’ badging, and a striking interior with Florence Brown highlights. Four metallic exterior paint colours will be available for the 1ST Edition: Glacier White, Blue Dusk, Manganese Grey and Honey Yellow.
The new limited-edition ID. model comes with plenty of standard kit. Externally, this includes 20-inch ‘Drammen’ alloy wheels, LED headlights and taillights, tinted rear windows, and a reversing camera. Inside, drivers will find ArtVelours microfleece seats which – like the steering wheel – are heated. There is also 30-colour ambient lighting, 10-inch infotainment display with Discover Pro navigation system and ID. Light, first seen on the ID.3. This is a dynamic LED band the width of the windscreen, which changes its pattern and colour to supplement and support navigation signals, charging status, driver assist technologies or the natural voice control. The model also offers a range of safety features including Adaptive Cruise Control, Front Assist, and Lane Assist, with parking sensors front and rear.
WLTP range of 310 miles
The ID.4 1ST Edition has an impressive WLTP range of 310 miles from its 77kWh (net) battery capacity. It also benefits from rapid charging compatibility of up to 125kW, with can add up to 199 miles of range in just 30 minutes. With 204PS of power and 310Nm of torque, the rear-wheel drive ID.4 1ST completes the 0 to 62 mph sprint in 8.5 seconds before heading on to a maximum speed of 99mph, where permitted. This electric SUV also comes with the Volkswagen brand’s high-voltage battery warranty of eight years or 100,000 miles.
Like the ID.3, the ID.4 is manufactured at the Zwickau facility in Germany.
