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Used Volkswagen ID4 pros and cons

Spacious interior
Dreadful infotainment system
Long electric range
Buggy software
Comfortable to drive
Rather dull

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Is a second hand Volkswagen ID4 a good car?

The Volkswagen ID4 was the German company’s second purpose-built EV, following on from the ID3 hatch. Taking the form of a family-sized SUV, it’s been a popular model and there are plenty available on the used market.

There are plenty of versions available - four different power outputs, two sizes of battery and several trim levels, all with their own merits. Performance ranges from acceptable to pretty rapid, but there’s no really quick model like you get with alternatives such as the Tesla Model Y Performance or Kia EV6 GT.

Official range on a charge is over 200 miles for every model, though the larger battery cars are capable of more than 300 miles on paper - that’s more like 280 miles in the real world, which is still impressive. Driving the ID4 isn’t exactly exciting, but it’s comfortable over bumps and easy to manoeuvre around town.

The ID4’s interior isn’t particularly clever, but it is big and spacious - there’s more legroom than many alternatives and a large, deep boot. The biggest issue with the ID4’s cabin is the infotainment system. With almost no physical switchgear, you have to control everything through the touchscreen - which has an awkward interface and can be unresponsive to the touch. It spoils an otherwise solidly built interior.

What to look for when buying a used Volkswagen ID4

At the time of writing the ID4 has been subject to one official recall - relating to a missing bearing bush in the steering system. Check before you buy that this has been rectified.

The good news is that as an electric car, the ID4 has far fewer moving parts than a petrol or diesel car, so maintenance should prove relatively cheap and easy.

Some ID4s - especially earlier models - are prone to electrical gremlins. Owners report issues with the infotainment system being unresponsive or not working at all - not ideal when you have to use it to control nearly all the car’s features - and other functions, such as the cruise control or even things like the sunroof blind, can suffer bugs too.

Software updates from Volkswagen can improve the stability of these systems, so make sure your car has had all the updates applied - you may need to visit a dealer to check this.

With a three-year warranty as standard, the earliest versions of the Volkswagen ID4 are approaching the end of their warranty periods - so make sure any necessary work has been done before this runs out. The ID4 didn’t feature in the 2024 Driver Power survey, but Volkswagen as a brand came an unimpressive 29th out of 32.

Volkswagen ID4 FAQs

Is the Volkswagen ID4 reliable?

There’s nothing to suggest the ID4 won’t be as reliable as any Volkswagen - and with its electric powertrain, it might be less problematic than the brand’s combustion-engined cars. However, electrical and software gremlins have been reported.

Can the Volkswagen ID4 be charged at a Tesla charger?

A growing number of Tesla superchargers are open to other EVs, and a comprehensive map of these is available on Tesla’s website. There are still some that are limited only to Tesla cars, though, so check before you go expecting a charge. The ID4 can be charged at any station with a Type 2 or CCS charging plug.

How long does it take to charge the Volkswagen ID4?

Charge times for the Volkswagen ID4 depend on which battery size you have and what kind of charger you’re using. 52kWh models will take around 8 hours to charge fully from a home 7kW wallbox, while 77kWh models will take closer to 11 hours. Visit a sufficiently powerful public charger, and a 10-80% charge should take around 30 minutes for both models.

Is the Volkswagen ID4 four-wheel drive?

VW ID4s which carry the ‘4Motion’ moniker have four-wheel drive, courtesy of a dual-motor setup. Other variants are rear-wheel drive only. No model is what you’d call an off-roader, but all-wheel drive can offer better grip on slippery surfaces.

What is the range of the Volkswagen ID4?

Official range extends from 213 miles at the low end to 349 miles at the top. In the real world that’s more like 180-280 miles depending on which variant, which battery size and the style of your driving.

Where is the Volkswagen ID4 made?

The ID4 is built for Europe at two of Volkswagen’s German factories - in Emden as well as Zwickau-Mosel. US-market and Chinese models are built in Chattanooga and Anting and Foshan respectively.

Which is the best Volkswagen ID4 to buy?

We’d recommend opting for a ‘Pro’ model, which comes with the largest 77kWh battery. Four-wheel drive is nice to have but not really necessary, so a rear-wheel drive version offers a longer range with no real sacrifice in driving dynamics. Base trims come with plenty of equipment but have rather dull interiors, so step up a level or two to brighten things up.