Happy Weds everyone! Hope your week is off to a great start! We just wanted to clarify, we filmed this review last month before we had more information on the battery mineral requirements that took effect after 4/18 and it has been confirmed that the 2023 ID4 still qualifies for the full $7,500 federal tax credit! That makes it one of the few electric vehicles that does and makes model very enticing for buyers looking to go electric on a budget.

I’ve owned three EVs now including this exact EV reviewed in this video, and I have to ask: am I the only one that’s never once asked about or desired a frunk in the slightest? Why do EV reviewers keep tsk tsking auto makers for not including a frunk? I think VW made exactly the right choice here in shortening to nose to expand cabin space and not spending a bunch of money miniaturizing things unnecessarily to make space for a frunk.

It doesn’t look like a minivan to me. I like the styling.

We have a 2023 and love it. Its been flawless, no software issues, comfortable, good charging, good range. Its great.

I actually like the look because it looks like a normal car that blends in with all the other normal cars and I'm not interested in driving around in something that looks like a spaceship. Also if I can offer a bit of constructive criticism and this isn't just about you but all auto reviewers who test out these EVs, please stop criticizing 0-60 times that aren't 3 seconds. A 6 second 0-60 is EXTREMELY good in a world where a lot of it's ice competitors in the compact SUV space have 0-60 times between 8 to 10 seconds. I feel like 99.99% of people only care if it's fast enough to merge on a highway without feeling like that simitruck is going to run through you because on Texas highways the onramps are so short. I actually just bought an ID4 & I absolutely love the way it drives. I currently live in Northern Virginia and there are a crap ton of windy roads & that low center of gravity those turns feel a lot smoother than my previous car. My only real complaints are with some of the tech but it's things I can easily live with. I will be keeping my eye out on the upcoming Blazer though so I will see if I decide to keep the ID4 or not.

Regarding range, I have the 2023 RWD ID4 Pro, and I'm pleasantly surprised by the range. It's EPA rated at 275 miles, and I'm matching it in winter and exceeding it in summer. My summer range is over 300 miles, typically around 325 miles. Climate where I live (Pacific Northwest) is relatively mild, 30 F to 50 F in winter and 65 F to 85 F in summer. I drive at the speed limit and accelerate and decelerate smoothly. I drive in Eco mode, which actually makes little difference.

Random thoughts from a current 22 Pro S owner built in Germany. Interior: Pros: Mostly nice materials: Seats are very comfortable on long drives esp if you have the massage feature; heated seats; Panoramic roof with rolling shade is nice. Cons: Piano black trim; non ventilated seats; 2 button window controls; haptic buttons; Horrible software updates. Currently v3.1 on US vehicles. V3.2 available in Europe with plug and play updates; VW app is also horrible. You cannot lock and unlock doors or schedule; Wireless AA and Car Play works. Can play youtube with Carstream app but not Netflix. Exterior: Pros: Headlights turn with the wheel; There's some debate as to whether the vehicles have the hardware already for matrix headlights and just waiting for dot approval and software updates but who knows; low drag coefficient of .28. Cons: 23 models removed the front tow hook eyelet. No 360 camera in US. Performance: All evs will have lower rated mileage in the winter. With the 82kw battery you can achieve over 300 if you drive sensibly with a full charge; No battery preconditioning; No heat pump; acceleration is meh; charge rate 125kwh (21-22 models) and 135kwh (23 models) still way behind Tesla and Hyundai/Kia but ahead of Ford; turning radius is amazing. Driver assist features are nice and included as standard Other considerations: Maintenance is lower since its an EV but expect to replace tires much sooner due to the weight of the vehicle and narrowness of the tire; no full spare just fix a flat (You can buy one from modernspare or a 19" spare VW Atlas one off Ebay (same center bore); 22-23 models free 3 years (30min) fee dc charging at Electrify America. US built will qualify for $7500 Fed Tax credit.

If you hold the rear button for the window switches for a few seconds it will start to flash and then you will be able to move all four windows at once.

II have had my Aurora Red 2023 ID 4 Pro s since late Jan. have already put 5K on it. Charges very easily in my garage at 36to 38 miles per hr. Can drive down my long driveway back up into my garage HANDS FREE. Has probably one of the best turning radius then any other EV manufacturer out there. Does come with a haptic sun cover for those hot CA days. Not as fast as a Tesla Y but can scoot very quickly. Very Very well built. Heating and Cooling system amazingly well done. Info screen responsive and very easy to use. In the 3rd year out VW has a real winner and Looking forward to the ID BUZZ hopefully this year.

If you think this is boring it’s not. Drive a bz4x and the VW is suddenly better. The vw is more mature and grownup.

This 2023 model actually does have an upgraded battery with significantly better charging.

Starts looking like a minivan???? Lol put an Odyssey, Pacifica and a Sienna next to it and it’ll look nothing like them

Leased one over the weekend. Love it so far. It happily gobbled up 18 boxes of books from grad school too. The only real annoyance is it turns on when the key is present and there is someone in the driver's seat. This means it turned off repeatedly in a McDonald's drive through as I got my wallet out and reached for my order.

The ID.4 is a car for adults. Love that car if I can only find one to buy.

Just test drove the Pro S rear wheel drive model today and really enjoyed the feel of it. The specs you're talking about here though are the AWD model, so I'd recommend adding that to your video title to help potential buyers get the right info.

Quite a contrast from your former review of the car (2022). I’m actually surprised at some of these comments. Minivan? Too slow? (Your last review said it had “great acceleration… comparable to a GTI.” Bad range (215 in cold vs the EPA range of 255)? What changed in a year?

Great Review ! I own the same model and have had it for 4 months now and I agree on all your points . Infotainment system is lagging and Car play wireless connection sometimes does not connect right away or at all sometimes, but i can live with that and hope an updated will come . you should have mentioned the 30 mins Electrify America Free charging for 3 years. That is a huge incentive to buy this and that was a factor to purchase. big saver on road trips.

When I test drove the id4 my take away is it's a nimble ev with a gauge cluster that moves with the steering wheel and has massaging seats. I chose the Bolt EUV over the id4 and that came to price.🎉

I have test driven several EVs over the past few months including the ID4. It doesn't knock your socks off but I would buy one for the price (especially used). Personally, I don't understand the fascination/obsession with acceleration and range. When are you going to the need that much acceleration from a Tesla M3/MY or Mustang Mach E? In what situations? You didn't have it before so why worry about it now? I live in a pretty crowded area so it's not like I can floor it all day long. I don't need it. As far as range, the overwhelming majority of American's daily commutes are less than 30 miles. Even if it's 50 or even 100 miles, at the end of the day you come home and can charge it over night. That will suit a pretty high % of Americans. If it doesn't suit you for whatever reason, fine, stick with an ICE vehicle. No one is holding a gun to your head to buy an EV. Check back in 5-7 years and there may be better options

I just don't get it! I wish it had more power, I wish it had more range. I think VW did an absolutely fantastic job with the id4. It's fast enough, it accelerates sufficiently and it's efficient enough. Enough said.

The horn matches this vehicle perfectly LOL

On prior Pro S models, power folding mirror were standard. Now you need to go to the Pro S Plus to get the power folding mirrors.

All the space you speak of is due to the lack of a frunk. Look at the relationship btwn the front door hinges and the dash which is pushed forward to offer more cabin space and makes the car much easier to work on because the dash doesn’t need to be removed in order to get to many things.

It's not only cost cutting. It's eco friendly design. Less plasicy buttons less material to produce. Less pollution. You must change your perspective. Less is more 🌎♻️

Should ev makers be catering to enthusiasts? Aren't most true car enthusiasts gas guys?

I have a 2021 model. Love it. Am I the only person that likes the old center console design better than the new design? I'd rather have separate armrests.

I think it looks great. It doesn’t give me the mini van vibe at all. You’d have. Those windows give the roof a low chop look and the proportions look great to me. In fact I’ve only just recently noticed that the entire VW lineup this year is really appealing to me and I’m not a fan boy of the brand. The new Arteon in gold color as you reviewed it…..Saaweeet!

Does not look like a minivan. I have no idea where you get your reference from. It looks like an SUV. Much like many other SUVs from other manufacturers.

And under Six seconds to sixty is way faster than this type of vehicle needs to be. Less cost and slower speed would actually make more sense then more speed more cost.

Apparently that extra start stop button is a way to avoid the car turning off when you leave it.

I test drove two ID.4s and thought they drove fine. I don't mind the exterior, which is inoffensive but a bit bulbous. If I had to buy a new car today, I wouldn't rule out the ID.4. I wish manufacturers would offer more smallish, affordable, competitive EV hatchbacks and sport backs.

The ID4 isn't the first fully BEV car on a EV platform from VW. The ID3 is. And then there is the e-Golf and e-Up! that weren't built on an exclusive EV platform, but were sold before even the ID3. Just because they may not all sell in the US, doesn't mean they don't exist. Anyway, having said all that I'd probably pick a Skoda Enyaq over this. Even though it looks even more like a minivan. But other than that pretty much the same car for less money and it's bigger too.

Why must car companies always make drivers look through a steering wheel to see information? Why not put it up out on the dash? The new 23 Prius has a good idea, but I'd like to see more makers come out with modern designs similar.

No heat pump and no battery preconditioning is really unfortunate. It's otherwise fairly difficult to fault. "Minivan" is harsh when it comes to the styling. Looks more like a sport-wagon without quarter panel windows.

Didn't care for the software when we test drove one last year and HATED the gear selector knob behind the steering wheel. The capacitive touch buttons all over were also an annoyance. Good effort, but not on our radar moving forward.

If that looks like a minivan, it might be a good time for an eye exam.

it looks like whatever EV you choose ...you will have to make compromises....I wish you had demonstrated the Sat Nav for us 😮😮😮

As someone who sells VWs for a living, I wish they kept production of the ID.4 in Germany. The US made ones are horribly made compared to the German ones and all ID.4s coming out of Chattanooga are on stop sale now due to a recall. Why is it that the German factories make high quality vehicles while here in the US, regardless of brand, they are always shit build quality. Then again, Tesla's build quality is the shittiest among all manufacturers yet people can't stop buying it.

He really hates this EV. I have a 21 ProS and it’s one of my fav cars. Comfortable ride , roomy for grown ups. EVs aren’t for everyone yet so those who are able to invest time learning the rules it’s a good investment.

Why would you want a steeply sloping roofline on an SUV? That cuts into cargo room and rear headroom. SUVs are meant to be practical.

The ID4 literally has the closest silhouette to an suv next to maybe the model Y.. Ionic 5, EV6, and Mach E look like hatchbacks.

Does it still use oddball sized wheels....front/rear different..????....................Paul

Definitely doesn’t look like a mini van however exceptional job with the walk around.

Did you speed up your video? because I did not see any lagging on software but the speed of your speech and movements is HYPER!! Triple espresso hyper

Hello from Europe :-) I really envy ID4 US version because of great battery from SK Innovation it got. SK can do battery with Z-folding technology and therefore it is much saver than e.g. battery NMC from CATL or LG ...

Funny how manufacturers always loan out the top-end trims and yet advertise their cars "starting at $39,000". Some of these base trims aren't even worth considering lol.

I’m gonna go out on a limb and say the build quality here is quite a bit better than a Tesla. I’ve seen teslas up close and it’s clear they prioritized software and fart modes over quality.

My concern will the manufacturer warranty cover software problems? My understanding the 2021 model was a nightmare.

I thought they got rid of the heat pump?

Very very good review!thanks dude. Also, does it have a camera? Did I miss it?

I hadn't noticed if you put your ID4 in sport mode before testing its take off up to 60

The VW app is minimalistic. It barely lets you start or stop the charging. You can set the climate temp and turn on. And you can turn on the defroster.

Though I'm not a fan, this US-made version looks way better than both Chinese versions of the same car.

VW is scrambling around trying the source part for this for 3 yrs. Drop the premium stereo, drop folding mirrors, drop surround camera, drop the heat pump can't figure out how to OTA update. It's under powered as well. Now they are already showing a much more powerful motor on the ID7. You know that's going on the ID4 in the MY 2024. Why buy one now?

Great video! But is it weird I’m thrown off by him creepin closer in the intro 💀

My 600 mile range Accord hybrid is laughing at these ranges

Wonder could I put that screen in my 2019 Jetta? And all the functions from the Jetta screen in mine now would display on that screen??

I have the exact one you reviewed. I would agree with it all and definitely they need to update software. i will give it a smooth quite ride, and it does not look like an electric car.

Hi! How to make it turn on with conditioner while I go for example somewhere for few min and need to keep people inside with a/c?!

255 miles not enough range for me. Sadly

You literally made a sloping motion with your hand as you traced the roofline and then you called it a box. Lol.

This thing looks nothing like a minivan. Such an odd remark considering this guy reviews cars for a living. I drive a model Y and I WISH it looked like the Id.4. Gorgeous car.

I don’t know why you care reviewers are so stuck up on some certain things. Having a frunk may provide more storage but who’s actually going to use it on a daily basis. It not as convenient. Another thing is the infotainment on the id4. It most definitely not the best out there but for the average consumer it will do its job. The climate controls aren’t a problem at all. It takes some getting used to but when you do you won’t even see it as an issue. The heated seats are integrated into the system however there is a shortcut using the sliders to turn them on. If car reviewers were seeing the perspective of the id4 from the average customer I’m sure these reviews would be more positive.

No heat pump, multiple battery recalls, firmware updates-after 2 years are they finally out?

Still harboring 2021 Software issues...Hard Pass....

It's absolutely insane to me that we still have laggy UI for these consoles. It's 2023. What are you DOING? This is why I'm still going as analog as possible.

As someone said 99% people don’t care about 0 to 60 in 6 seconds they only care about how fast car merges to highway. Also could you also please start reviewing basic models and not just the high end models of any car

I owned the brand new 2022 VW ID.4 Pro S. The range in cold weather is very bad but getting very good at 80F or higher. The screen system is very bad for most functions but the drive is very good. PS, getting very expensive now even after Tax Credit.

Really great review!

I love it! Just got one! It's great! I still love my G tho. My wife is hesitant about EVs. Not me I can't wait to see what more sportier options will be coming out. Just imagine your favorite cars as EVs? I'm ready for flying cars!

Many car manufacturers are gearing up for an upcoming competitive year in EV market with their beautifully designed EVs. Meanwhile, muskox is still busy with childish insults on Twitter and Twitter files. Such a jenius! Mark my words: 2024 will be the end of Tesla domination.

Of course it’s not as quick as the Toyota and Korean models, it’s a lot heavier. And much better looking, I might add

Great looking SUV that looks nothing like a minivan. This is the exact one I’d get. Only thing I’d change is opening roof. Glad they changed the ugly interior colors.

Fact: That LCD DISPLAY looks so CHEAP! Have a great day!

What a ridiculous punishment Diesel gate had: „we punish you to make even more money!“

American made? Originally it is German designed and made and made in the states on “license”. It is cheaper to build it in the states because of shipping costs and probably taxes .We have a lot of them driving in Europe from ID3 to ID7.

Absolutely FUN to drive

If not for $7500, it is lacking comfort features compared to other cars in its price range. The pro is $44k and has no power seat no power tailgate. Really?

#1 I don't think this car looks anything like a minivan, and those SUV's that have a sharp taper off on the rear don't carry squat. #2 give it a rest with making such a big deal out of having to push one extra button to roll down the rear windows, most people don't roll down the rear windows that often and pushing a button isn't the end of the world. #3 ventilated seats? at this price point?? WHO ???

Push the on button and it starts on even if you get out of the seat

Looks more SUV to me; but, I do see the van aspect too.

I like the window setup

Wondering if these electric vehicles require special tires built for electric vehicles. Can you tell me? Thanks. Enjoyed the review.

Wait what?! The Tesla doesn’t have a shade for the glass roof?! Whaaaaaat?! That would be an immediate deal killer!! And the Y turning radius is about 40% more - don’t people check these things lol.

I just do not like the Tesla trend of sunroof that does not open. I'm one of those people that actually open my sunroof during the winter months.

I'm gonna pass on this, but I'm gonna get an EV next!! I'm hoping the AWD ID.7 is both fun and practical.

I have a 2021 and I really like how it handles. Would rather have this them a Tesla right now

Does it have adjustable regen or one pedal driving?

Drum breaks ... they went with the breaks that give you less stopping power when its wet outside... Dumb Breaks... in a heavy car with only the front breaks to stop you....and the rear barely working... I think they placed them on there to have you in the dealer shop more often when the car breaks none stop over the months of ownership...NICE... LOL

I like the look. Nice, normal looking car.

Looks good enough on the outside (no weird designs like the Hyundai/Kias), but the interior are cold and industrial. Like a theme park rides, not a personal vehicles. Lots of cheapness within touch and eye distance. It should be just the opposite: keep the cheap stuff down low and out of reach. One other flaw is driving range. Until EV can reach a minimum of 300mi I wouldn't even consider them. With all its compromises, there's no way its worth 50 grand. Note even close.

The interior is boring. Would have been nice if they added some of the improvements from the ID.7. Overall a solid affordable EV option to have on the market.

$39K.. But that's not the "base version" as you said. Curious chose of words.

Why does the car not have remote start? 😢

Portland, JAMAICA in thje Building!!!

Lmao i literally just saw this car at a dollar tree in metro Detroit an hour ago lol

The door handles actually do move.

Why doesn't this dude (and others on KZfaq reviewing EV) mention in this video that individual's making over $150k a year do not qualify for the $7.5k tax credit?

It´s a verry good VW 👍

It looks nothing like a minivan but the good news is it doesn't scream EV wither. Its typical VW conservatism, which is fine with me.