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Performance
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) has a maximum power of 195 kW (265 hp / 262 bhp) and a total torque of 425 Nm (314 lb-ft). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 6.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph).
Battery, Range, and Charging
The battery has a gross capacity of 82.0 kWh and a net usable capacity of 77.0 kWh, with a 5.0 kWh buffer (6.1%) for battery protection. With a nominal voltage of 350 volts, the system is classified as a 400-volt battery system.
Under the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) standard, the maximum rated range is 510 km (317 miles). Depending on the configuration and options such as wheel size, the rated range can be as low as 409 km (254 miles). Larger wheels generally increase energy consumption and reduce range.
WLTP energy consumption is 15.1 kWh/100 km for the base configuration and 18.8 kWh/100 km for the highest-consumption configuration.
For more details about the range, see real-world data and range listings on this model’s range and consumption page.
The vehicle supports fast DC charging with a maximum power of 135 kW. A 0–100% charge takes approximately 66 minutes. A typical 10–80% session takes about 37 minutes at an average power of 87 kW.
With five minutes of overhead per stop, the optimal charging window is 0–50%. Effective average power, including overhead, is 90 kW over a session lasting about 26 minutes and 46 seconds.
In a 1000 km challenge at a constant speed of 120 km/h (75 mph) with an assumed consumption rate of 22 kWh/100 km, the trip would take about 9 hours and 57 minutes, needing four charging stops from 0% to 47%, totaling 97 minutes of charging time.
Onboard Charger
The standard onboard charger supports AC charging at up to 11 kW. A full 0–100% charge takes about 7 hours and 0 minutes with a suitable home charging setup.
Charge Port
The location of the charge port is on the right rear side. This placement makes it easy to use charging stations that require backing up to connect.
Connector types vary by market: this model uses CCS Combo 1 in North America and CCS Combo 2 in Europe. For complete specifications for all markets, refer to the full specifications.
Drivetrain
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) features an all-wheel drive system powered by two motors, one on each axle.
An induction motor powers the front axle, while a permanent-magnet synchronous motor powers the rear axle.
Suspension
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension, both equipped with electronically controlled dampers and coil springs for a smooth and adaptive ride.
The standard suspension has steel springs with a fixed height but an optional damping adjustment.
Ground clearance with this setup is 163 mm.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) features an optional suspension system with MacPherson strut front construction and multilink rear construction. It has monotube dampers on both axles and coil springs at both ends.
The sport suspension has a fixed height and damping characteristics.
Ground clearance with this setup is 170 mm.
Steering
Progressive steering is optional on the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1). It adjusts the steering ratio according to vehicle speed.
Drive Modes
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) lets the user select different drive modes that affect the car's handling.
The driver can choose between 4 modes:
- Sport: Dynamic steering, throttle, and suspension damping.
- Eco: Balanced steering and suspension damping, with efficient throttle.
- Comfort: Balanced steering, comfort suspension damping, and balanced throttle.
- Individual: Custom steering, suspension damping, and throttle.
Brakes
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) uses disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. Rear drum brakes require little maintenance and pair well with regenerative braking, which handles most deceleration.
The front discs are 358 mm.
Regenerative Braking
The regenerative braking system in this model offers several modes. The most efficient option is the Automatic Regeneration Mode, where the vehicle coasts when possible and employs regenerative braking to reduce speed as needed.
Manual regeneration is another mode, where regenerative braking is controlled by pressing the brake pedal. The brake system blends in physical brakes only when necessary.
Another option is the Regen on Accelerator Pedal mode where regenerative braking is activated when the driver eases off the accelerator pedal. This system allows the vehicle to slow down and recover energy without the driver needing to press the brake pedal, a feature often referred to as one-pedal driving.
If you lift away the foot completely the regen is at one fixed level. This can't be adjusted.
The maximum regenerative braking power is 150 kW.
Exterior
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) is classified as a compact SUV (C-SUV). It measures 4582 mm long, 1865 mm wide, and 1637 mm tall.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) is available in 5 paint colors, including both solid and metallic options.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) offers multiple wheel options in different sizes. The available tire and wheel combinations include:
- 235/50 tires on 20-inch wheels at the front and 255/45 tires on 20-inch wheels at the rear
- 235/45 tires on 21-inch wheels at the front and 255/40 tires on 21-inch wheels at the rear
Narrower wheels reduce energy consumption and can increase range, while wider wheels can improve traction and handling.
The car has four regular doors and a liftgate.
You can choose an option to have the liftgate electrically powered. You can also have the liftgate with a kick sensor, making it possible to open it by just kicking the foot under the tailgate.
There are two different roof options to select from.
A conventional roof is standard.
An optional panoramic glass roof covers most of the roof area and has an opening front section, making the cabin feel brighter and more spacious. An electric sunshade helps protect occupants from direct sunlight.
Privacy glass from the B-pillar rearward is optional. It reduces glare and solar heat.
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Interior
This model has a functional interior with a standard quality and a traditional console design. The interior is designed to be easy to use and practical, with a focus on functionality.
Seats
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) accommodates five passengers with two front seats and a three-seat bench in the rear.
First Row Seats
The front row offers two seat types:
The standard seat offers:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (manually adjustable, electrically adjustable as an option)
- Recline adjustment (manually adjustable)
- Height adjustment (manually adjustable)
- Height adjustable headrest
- Heating (optional)
- ISOFIX (standard for passenger seat)
The ergoActive seat offers:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (manually adjustable, electrically adjustable as an option)
- Recline adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Height adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Seat cushion angle adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Height adjustable headrest
- Heating
- Memory
- Adjustable lumbar support
- Adjustable thigh support
- Ventilation
- Massage
- ISOFIX (standard for passenger seat)
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Second-Row Seats
The second row features a standard three-seat bench with a 60:40 split, allowing each section to fold separately to increase cargo space.
Additional second-row features include:
- Height adjustable headrest
- ISOFIX (standard for outer seats)
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Interior Storage
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) has the following interior storage:
- Cupholders: Two cupholders are located in the front center console, with an additional two in the rear armrest.
- Glove Compartment: Located in the dashboard in front of the passenger.
Interior Lighting
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) offers several interior lighting options.
- Multicolor Ambient Lighting: Extends across the dashboard, door panels, and footwell, with selectable colors. Optional.
Climate System
Two climate system options are available:
- 2-zone climate system: Supports different temperatures for the driver and passenger.
- 3-zone climate system: Supports different temperatures in three zones for the driver, passenger, and backseat.
A standard heat pump reduces heating energy use in cold weather.
User Interface and Control
The control interface of the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) combines physical buttons, steering column stalks, and touchscreen displays.
This model features a dual-screen setup that separates driver information from infotainment functions.
Key screen details:
- Steering Column Display: The 5.0-inch screen is mounted directly on the steering wheel column. This compact display shows essential driving information such as speed, range, and navigation prompts.
- Center Dashboard Touchscreen: The 12.9-inch touchscreen is located at the center of the dashboard. It serves as the main interface for infotainment, navigation, and vehicle settings.
An optional head-up display projects key driving information such as speed and navigation cues onto the windshield.
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Steering Wheel
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) is equipped with a single type of steering wheel:
Design: Circular
Controls: Haptic-feedback buttons
Heating: Heated (standard)
From the steering wheel you can control:
- Infotainment: Steering-wheel controls provide access to media and infotainment functions.
Mirrors
Both the exterior and interior mirrors use conventional mirror technology to provide a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.
Voice control is standard.
Infotainment
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) runs Android Automotive OS, Google's platform for vehicle dashboards. Volkswagen adds its own apps for navigation and car settings on top.
Navigation System
The built-in navigation supports route planning with target charge levels at the destination and at charging stops, plus real-time traffic.
Preinstalled Apps
The infotainment system has no app store, but includes preinstalled third-party apps that run directly on the car's screen without a connected phone. Availability varies by market:
- Spotify: Stream music, playlists, and podcasts directly from the car's infotainment system.
Phone Mirroring
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, providing access to compatible phone apps such as Google Maps and Waze on the car's display.
Sound System
You can choose between two sound systems for the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1):
- Sound system: The system has six speakers and a maximum output of 140 watts.
- Harman Kardon Soundsystem: The system has 12 speakers and a maximum output of 700 watts.
The model has 4 USB-C ports as standard.
Mobile App
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) has a mobile app for Android and iOS to manage and monitor the vehicle remotely. Features:
- Locate Your Vehicle: Check the current location of your car.
- Preconditioning: Preheat or cool your car before you start your journey.
- Remote Parking: Park or exit a parking space remotely from the app.
- Lock and unlock: Lock or unlock the doors remotely.
- Scheduled Charging: Set a charging schedule.
- Charge Target: Set the battery's target state of charge.
- Route Planning: Plan your route and send it directly to your car's navigation system.
Lights
The standard headlights use LED Matrix technology. LED Matrix splits the headlight beam into dozens of small rays that the controller can turn on and off individually to selectively dim areas ahead. Corner lights illuminate the side when turning.
The taillights use LED technology.
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Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) offers standard and optional advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
Efficiency Assist: A Standard feature that helps drivers anticipate driving conditions and conserve energy.
Safety Systems
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): Standard on the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1). It prevents the wheels from locking during braking.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Standard on the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1). It improves stability during sudden maneuvers and on slippery roads.
Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA): Standard on the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1). It applies steering corrections if the vehicle begins to leave its lane.
The Lane Departure Warning alerts the driver if the vehicle begins to leave its lane.
Front Cross Traffic Assist (FCTA): Standard on the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1). It detects traffic crossing ahead when entering an intersection or pulling away from a stop.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW): Standard on the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1). It warns the driver of a potential frontal collision.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): Standard on the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1). It applies the brakes automatically if the driver does not respond to an imminent collision.
Automatic Emergency Steering (AES): Standard on the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1). The system can steer automatically to help avoid an imminent collision.
Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM): Optional on the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1). It detects traffic in the vehicle's blind spots.
Exit Warning: Optional on the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1). It warns occupants not to open a door when it detects approaching traffic or another hazard.
Driving Automation
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) offers driving automation at levels 1 or 2, depending on the equipment level.
The Level 1 Adaptive cruisecontrol system provides the following driving automation features.
The optional Assistantpackage plus SAE Level 2 system adds the following features:
- Lane Centering Assist (LCA) / AutoSteer: Centers the vehicle in its lane and adjusts speed in traffic. The driver must keep their hands on the steering wheel and remain attentive.
- Automatic parking (optional)
Sensors & Cameras
This model uses cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors for its driver assist systems.
Up to five radar sensors, five cameras, and 12 ultrasonic sensors monitor the vehicle’s surroundings.
Safety
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) is equipped with the following airbags:
- Front airbags for the driver and front passenger
- Side curtain airbags for both the first and second rows
- Side airbags for the driver and front passenger
- Side airbags for the second-row passengers
- A front-center airbag that reduces the risk of the driver and front passenger colliding with each other during a side impact
The front seatbelts use reversible pretensioners and load limiters. The rear seatbelts use pyrotechnic pretensioners and load limiters. Pretensioners tighten the belts in a collision, while load limiters control belt force on occupants.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) has been rigorously tested by Euro NCAP, an independent organization that evaluates vehicle safety. It received a 5-star rating, with the following scores:
- Adult Occupant: 93%
- Child Occupant: 89%
- Vulnerable Road Users: 76%
- Safety Assist: 85%
You can watch the full crash test video here.
Read more about safety features and safety ratings in the safety technology section.Security and Access Technologies
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 4MOTION (GEN1) includes the following security and access features:
- Keyless Entry and Start: With the standard keyless start and optional keyless entry, you can unlock and start the vehicle seamlessly without removing the key from your pocket or bag.
- Alarm System: Monitors for unauthorized entry or tampering and sounds the alarm when triggered.
Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability
The trunk offers a cargo capacity of 543 liters (19.2 cu ft). With the rear seat folded down, this expands to 1575 liters (55.6 cu ft).
The maximum roof load is 75 kg (165.3 lb).
Roof rails are standard for easy mounting of a roof box or rack.
The maximum permitted vehicle weight is 2750 kg (6063 lbs), and the base curb weight is 2164 kg (4771 lbs). This leaves a payload of 586 kg (1292 lbs), including occupants. Options can increase curb weight and reduce payload.
A towbar can be added to the vehicle. The maximum permissible weight for a braked trailer is 1200 kg (2646 lbs), while for an unbraked trailer, it is 750 kg (1653 lbs).
Availability & Pricing
This model had a world premiere on 9/1/2024, and deliveries started in June 2022. This model has now been discontinued.
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