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marzo 01, 2021 - Volkswagen

The All-New 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Electric SUV

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  • MSRP starts at $39,995 for #id4 Pro before potential $7,500 Federal tax credit
  • Compact #suv will launch with rear-wheel drive 201-hp 82 kWh models; all-wheel-drive 82 kWh configuration available later this year
  • EPA-estimated 250 miles of range on Pro S and 1st Edition RWD models
  • Three years of fast charging with Electrify America at no additional cost
  • Modern #design pairs with high-tech features, like IQ.DRIVE® advanced driver assistance technology and a smart #infotainment system, using voice and touch

Herndon, VA — The #id4 is Volkswagen’s first all-electric #suv and the brand’s first global #ev. Built on Volkswagen’s MEB electric vehicle architecture—the modular electric drive matrix—it marries the strengths of a purpose-built #ev with performance, packaging and value, features that have marked the brand for decades. The #id4 competes in the world’s largest market segment—compact SUVs—and is currently produced in Germany and China; in the future, it will also be assembled in the United States.

At launch in the U.S., the 2021 #id4 offers an 82kWh (gross) battery and a rear-mounted AC permanent-magnet synchronous motor with 201 horsepower and 229 pound-feet of torque. The EPA-certified range for the Pro S (Statement) and 1st Edition models is 250 miles.

The #id4 offer structure is simple—four trims and one package. The entry-level Pro model is well equipped, with features typically found on higher trims baked in for added value. Pricing starts at $39,995 MSRP, before a potential Federal tax credit of up to $7,500. For highly qualified customers through #volkswagen Credit, the monthly lease payment for a 36-month lease (with 10,000 miles a year) is $379 per month with $3,579 due at signing, excluding tax, title, license, options and dealer fees. Starting later in 2021, the #id4 AWD Pro will be available with an MSRP of $43,675.

Pro S models are priced from $44,495, and add standout styling elements, along with creature comfort and convenience features. A Gradient Package is available for $1,500, and includes larger wheels and further #design differentiators. AWD Pro S models will be priced from $48,175 on arrival later this year.

A special #id4 1st Edition model was available at launch, and has since sold out. Priced at $43,995, this rear-wheel-drive model combined Pro S and Gradient features with a handful of unique #design elements.

Destination for all #id4 models is $1,195. 

Powertrain
With the MEB architecture, #volkswagen is returning to its roots—the electric motor is located at the rear, just like the original Beetle. The motor is located above the rear axle, just in front of the centerline of the wheels, and transfers its torque to a two-stage 1-speed gearbox. It is ideally placed for agile handling and traction, and nearly silent. In fact, it’s so quiet that a synthetic sound is generated up to speeds of about 20 mph to aid pedestrian and cyclist awareness.

The AC permanent-magnet synchronous motor puts out 201 horsepower and 229 pound-feet of torque that is available instantly. A powerful, all-wheel-drive variant with a second electric motor will follow later in 2021.

One of the main strengths of the permanent magnet synchronous motor is its efficiency—well above 90 percent in almost all driving situations. During the manufacturing process, #volkswagen uses a complex piece of technology known as a hairpin winding: the stator’s coils are made from square copper wires, which after bending, are visually similar to hairpins. This hairpin winding technique enables the wires to be packed more tightly. As result, there is more copper in the stator—power and torque are increased, while cooling is more efficient. The electric drive unit only weighs about 200 pounds, including the motor, gearbox and power and control electronics for the electric drive, and fits into a duffle bag. The electric drive, the battery system and other essential components of the #id4 are produced by the #volkswagen Group Components sites in Kassel, Braunschweig and Salzgitter, Germany.

At launch, the vehicle will be offered with an 82kWh (gross) battery pack with an EPA-estimated 250 miles of range on a single charge for the Pro S and 1st Edition models. The EPA-estimated fuel economy for the Pro S and 1st Edition models is 104 MPGe for city driving; highway driving is rated at 89 MPGe, and combined city/highway at 97 MPGe.

The #id4 can provide as much as $3,500 in estimated fuel cost savings over five years compared to the average gas vehicle.

The battery is comprised of 288 pouch cells in 12 modules. It is positioned in the underbody to create a low center of gravity for optimal driving dynamics as well as extremely well-balanced weight distribution and weighs 1,087 pounds.

Around a fifth of the battery’s weight is accounted for by the housing. This is a scalable aluminum construction whose interior framework is made from extruded and pressure-cast profiles. The housing is bolted to the frame, helping to improve bodyshell rigidity. A strong all-round frame made of extruded aluminum sections protects the battery system against damage in the event of an accident, and the battery is also disabled if the vehicle is involved in a serious accident. A replaceable aluminum underbody panel protects the battery against the road. 

The temperature of the battery modules is controlled using a floor plate with built-in water channels. The thermal management system keeps the battery in the ideal temperature range of around 77 degrees Fahrenheit at all times, benefiting power output, fast DC charging, and the battery service life. The High-Voltage System Limited Warranty provides   that the battery will still have at least 70 percent of its original capacity after eight years of operation or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

The #id4 can be charged with both alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) fast-charging capability. All #id4 models are equipped with a CCS (Combined Charging System) socket, which allows for both home and public charging. The 11 kW onboard charger allows the #id4 to charge to full in as little as seven and a half hours at a home or public Level 2 charger.

At a public DC fast-charging station, with 125 kW charging, the #id4 can go from five to 80 percent charged in about 38 minutes. The 2021 #id4 comes with three years of unlimited charging at Electrify America DC fast chargers at no additional cost, helping to inspire range confidence. #volkswagen customers will be able to manage their charging plan through the Electrify America app.

Electrify America is the nation’s largest open DC fast charging network with more than 555 charging stations and more than 2,400 DC fast chargers, including two cross-country routes to take electric vehicle drivers from Washington D.C. to L.A and Jacksonville to San Diego. To meet current and future demand, Electrify America continues to expand rapidly, with plans to install or have under development approximately 800 total charging stations with about 3,500 DC fast chargers by December 2021. 

Chassis
The #id4 is designed to be fun to drive: the rear-wheel-drive layout helps ensure strong traction, and with the large high-voltage battery located between the axles, lowering the center of gravity, the weight distribution is very close to 50:50. With 3.5 turns lock-to-lock and a stellar curb-to-curb turning radius of 33.5 feet, the #id4 feels nimble, especially compared with other compact SUVs.

The #id4 has a strut-type front suspension, with lower control arms, coil springs, telescopic dampers and an anti-roll bar. For the first time at #volkswagen, the steering rack is located in front of the centerline of the wheels, to maximize stability during cornering. At the rear, the car has a compact multi-link suspension that features coil springs, telescopic dampers and an anti-roll bar. While the chassis and body are made from steel, parts of the suspension are made of aluminum to reduce weight.

The #id4 features Driving Mode Selection, which gives the driver a choice of four modes. Eco, Comfort and Sport are preconfigured. In Custom mode, the driver is given additional settings on the central display: They can select between Comfort and Sport for various driving features—in other words, even more comfortable or even more dynamic driving.

The new Vehicle Dynamics Manager control system, which debuted last year on the European Mk 8 Golf GTI, is standard on #id4 models. This system, which works closely with the ESC stability control system, controls the wheel-selective brake interventions of the XDS® electronic transverse differential lock. It uses a digital target model to achieve optimum driving and steering behavior. As soon as the vehicle turns into a corner, the #id4 behaves in a spontaneous, linear and accurate manner.

The ESC in turn cooperates closely with the control units for the electric motor and the power electronics. Although a rear-wheel-drive car tends to oversteer in extreme circumstances, this networking is designed to ensure that the rear wheels of the #id4 find grip in different situations—during acceleration, when cornering, and when the brake regeneration takes place. This type of traction control is speed based and is another innovation from #volkswagen. It takes place automatically every millisecond, and is so fast and non-intrusive that the driver hardly feels any intervention.

The Pro and Pro S models are outfitted with large 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels. Pro S models when outfitted with the Gradient package upgrade to 20-inch wheels, and are standard on 1st Edition models. The wheels are aerodynamically optimized by their flat #design, and the tires are optimized for low rolling resistance.

A combination of brake types is used on #id4. It features disc brakes on the front wheels and drums at the rear—the difference being specific to electric vehicle needs. As EVs rely on regenerative braking, disc brakes on the rear can be less effective than drums after long periods of not being put to heavy use. The discs on the front of the #id4 models are 13.4 inches in diameter on rear-wheel-drive models and 14.1 inches on AWD models.

The regenerative braking system in the #id4 is designed for efficiency and offers the driver two modes. The D (Drive) position is the default mode, automatically activated upon start-up. In this position, the car can coast whenever the driver’s foot is off the accelerator or brake pedal. As soon as the driver applies the brakes, energy recuperation is activated, and the electric drive motor feeds power back into the battery.

During the majority of everyday braking maneuvers—up to around 0.25 g of deceleration—the electric drive motor performs the braking alone, while the electric brake servo only activates the friction brakes in situations that demand more stopping power. The transition from generator-based to hydraulic braking goes almost unnoticed, thanks to highly accurate and swift brake and drive system control. These systems also make sure that the rear wheels, where brake energy recuperation takes place, always have a sufficient amount of grip.

Each #id4 features predictive Eco Assistance as standard. It analyzes data from the navigation system and vehicle sensors to provide drivers with effective support in driving efficiently and in a relaxed way. Once the #id4 approaches a low-speed area, such as towns and cities, junctions and bends, Eco Assistance notifies drivers to take their foot off the accelerator pedal. From this moment on, the system manages optimum coasting and energy recovery without drivers having to intervene. The car responds similarly when it approaches a vehicle ahead that is travelling at a lower speed.

The B (Brake) position enables the driver to select a heavier amount of regeneration. Drivers can use the gear selector rocker switch to change from the D position to B at any time. In this mode, the ID.4’s drive almost always recovers energy during lifting off, but not all the way to a standstill. The limit has been set at 0.13 g—enough for clearly noticeable deceleration that won’t confuse drivers of conventional internal combustion engine vehicles: intuitive operation is one of the vehicles’ greatest strengths. 

Exterior
Like the architecture underneath, the exterior #design of #id4 represents a move towards the future, with a nod to the past. As on the Beetle, the #volkswagen logo is positioned centrally at the front because there is no radiator grille. The front end communicates strength with a sculpted front bumper that has large matte black intake-like scoops and diamond accents to give the car a powerful presence. Although these elements might seem decorative, these black plastic parts are actually functional for funneling air around the car, and the diamond shape is a common motif that is found in many areas of the #id4.

Large LED headlights give the electric #suv a friendly but focused expression. An LED strip at the top of the headlight functions as the Daytime Running Lights (DRLs). Pro S and 1st Edition models add premium LED projector headlights with Volkswagen’s Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) and an illuminated light line stretching towards the center of the vehicle, creating a striking light signature. The headlights feature a diamond-pattern #design on the housing, and are framed by illuminated rings that are flattened at the bottom. Pro S models also sport an illuminated #volkswagen logo.

From the front to the back, clean, flowing lines alternate with crisp edges for a refined yet futuristic look. The A-pillar starts a long way forwards, while a strong, wave-like shoulder line brings momentum into the vehicle body. Illuminated door handles lay flush and feature an electric release. The matte black cladding on the front end continues over the wheelarches and rocker panels, connecting to the rear bumper. The low greenhouse runs out into a strong C-pillar—a classic #volkswagen #design feature—and into a long spoiler. At the rear, C-shaped LED taillight clusters are connected via a red light strip surrounding the #volkswagen logo, mirroring the front-end #design. Diamond-pattern detailing runs through the clusters and across the back of the vehicle.

The #id4 will available in six exterior colors—Glacier White Metallic, Mythos Black Metallic, Moonstone Grey, Scale Silver Metallic, Blue Dusk Metallic and King’s Red Metallic. All models come with a body color roof and black roof rails as standard. AWD models add a tow hitch and towing capacity of 2,700 lbs with a braked trailer, while Pro S models add a panoramic fixed-glass roof and power-folding side mirrors with diamond-pattern puddle lamp signature. Pro S models, when outfitted with the Gradient Package, and 1st Edition #id4 models upgrade to a black roof and rear spoiler, while the C-pillars, roof line, roof rails, and accents shine in bright silver. The limited 1st Edition models also feature unique badging, black mirror caps, and a tow hitch with towing capacity of 2,200 lbs with a braked trailer; when painted in Glacier White Metallic, the matte black moldings are replaced with slate grey elements. 

Aerodynamics and Packaging
The #id4 is aerodynamically refined on the exterior to help it achieve an excellent drag coefficient of 0.28 on RWD models. The decisive factor is the flowing shape of the body with a greenhouse that is pulled sharply to the back. Multiple elements come into play to separate the flow at the rear: the large roof spoiler, the three-dimensional shape of the taillight clusters, and the diffuser that finishes the almost flat underbody at the rear. The flush door handles are also designed to optimize air flow for minimum drag losses, as are the wheels. The electrically-powered radiator blind in the front only opens when the power units need cooling air.

In the body, sophisticated solutions help to reduce the weight. The side sills, for example, are made from aluminum and ultra-high-strength steel, which is also good for crash performance.

The architecture of Volkswagen’s modular electric drive matrix (MEB) divides the space for people and technology in a unique way. Outside, the short overhangs and long wheelbase give it a dynamic presence, but they also help maximize space inside. A rear-mounted electric motor helps handling, and the rear axle location for the power and control electronics for the electric drivetrain frees up space inside the car. The under-hood area now accommodates just the radiator, 12-volt battery, wiper fluid and large components of the air conditioning system. Packaging the high-voltage battery as a flat block underneath the passenger compartment gives the car near-perfect weight distribution, but also means a flat floor for rear-seat passengers.

The #id4 sits squarely in the middle of the compact #suv segment, size-wise. It is 4.6 inches shorter than the #volkswagen Tiguan, at 180.5 inches, with a 0.9-inch shorter wheelbase at 108.9 inches. It is 1.9 inches lower than Tiguan at 64.6 inches high, and 0.5 inches wider, at 72.9 inches for the rear-wheel drive model.

Passenger volume is similar to the Tiguan despite the overall smaller footprint, with 99.9 cubic feet total. Legroom is a comfortable 41.1 inches for front passengers and 37.6 inches in the rear seat. Cargo volume is 30.3 cubic feet behind the second row, and 64.2 cubic feet with the seats folded. 

Interior
Volkswagen’s first fully-electric #suv features a modern, airy #interiordesign with meticulous attention to detail. This begins right in front of the driver, with an innovative digital display replacing the traditional instrument cluster. The 5.3-inch ID.Cockpit is attached to the steering column, so that it’s always positioned ideally in the line of sight, and the traditional gearshift is replaced by a large rocker switch on the right. The dash panel appears to float, as it is not connected to the center console. Its front section drops down towards the interior in steps, while decorative trim separates the top and bottom halves.

Running between the front seats is a long, spacious center console. Both the front portion, with cupholders, and the rear, with a roller shutter, are modular in #design and can be reconfigured with adaptable inserts. Inside the rear compartment is an illuminated wireless charging pad for compatible mobile phones and two USB-C ports. On the backside are two more USB-C charging ports for rear-seat passengers.

The optional panoramic fixed-glass roof stretches across almost the entire surface of the roof, letting light in and reinforcing the feeling of spaciousness. An electric sunshade helps prevent the interior from heating up on sunny days, and can be controlled via a touch slider above the driver or through the #infotainment screen.

Beyond its layout, the interior quality impresses, with a soft foam skin about a quarter of an inch thick covering the top section of the dash panel, finished in either Platinum Grey or Florence Brown (Pro S only) with matching door inserts. Pro S models with Florence Brown trim feature double contrast stitching. The vents on the driver and front passenger sides have understated chrome trim.

The steering wheel, steering column, and the housings for the display and control panels in the doors are finished in Black on Pro and Pro S models. These are finished in Electric White on 1st Edition models. Seats in the #id4 are finished in black cloth on Pro models and Lunar Gray or Galaxy Black leatherette on Pro S and 1st Edition models. Leatherette seats are perforated for added comfort and feature a hexagonal pattern.

The upscale interior is further highlighted by ambient lighting. All #id4 models include ten-color ambient lighting, and Pro S and 1st Edition models feature a stunning 30-color ambient lighting system with pre-set “moods”, as well as a slider bar in the #infotainment system to customize. The limited-run 1st Edition models include a unique #design feature: accelerator and brake pedals with “play” and “pause” logos, reminiscent of the ID.BUZZ concept.

Adding to the relaxed vibe of the interior, the #id4 is unusually quiet. One reason for this is the sophisticated aero-acoustics, which come into play in details such as the shape of the exterior mirror housings and the acoustic windshield. The second factor is sophisticated insulation for the body that significantly reduce air and body intrusion produced by the drivetrain, running gear and tires 

Tech and Infotainment
The interior of #id4 mirrors the futuristic look of the exterior, with functionality almost completely controlled by touch or voice control—there are very few actual buttons. The ID.Cockpit display in front of the driver is operated with touch-sensitive controls on the leather-wrapped multifunction heated steering wheel which provide haptic feedback. Up to three tiles show the most important information, with the display for battery status and range underneath. A control panel to the left of the steering wheel integrates the lighting functions, including the automatic headlights and defrosters.

A 10-inch Discover Pro touch #infotainment display is located in the middle of the dash panel, angled slightly towards the driver. This screen can be configured to driver preference, and manages the standard navigation system, all telematics, entertainment, driver-assistance systems and vehicle settings; it is upgraded to a 12-inch Discover Pro Max #infotainment display on Pro S models. Menus can be moved using gesture control, simply swiping one’s hand in front of the screen. Sliders for volume and temperature adjustment are located on the inclined surface below the display.

“Hello ID.” natural voice control is standard in the #id4. The car follows the instructions spoken by the driver and passengers and is capable of understanding many commands from everyday language, such as “Hello ID., I’m cold” to turn up the heat.

The #id4 also comes with the ID. Light system—a light strip that runs below the windshield and provides the driver with intuitive support. It uses various light pulses to signal statuses such as readiness to drive, turn instructions from the navigation system, brake prompts from driver-assistance systems, and incoming phone calls. When using voice commands, it signals that it is listening, similar to voice-activation on mobile phones or virtual assistants. When the #id4 is plugged in to charge, the ID. Light indicates the current level of charge.

To complete the high-tech package, #id4 offers standard wireless mobile charging for compatible devices, wireless App-Connect, and #volkswagen Car-Net® with in-car Wi-Fi capability when you subscribe to a data plan. App-Connect smartphone integration for compatible devices offers users the ability to run select smartphone apps directly on the vehicle’s display through Apple CarPlay®, Android AutoTM and MirrorLink®. 

For model year 2021, Car-Net Services will be offered in three areas: Remote Access #ev, Safe & Secure #ev, and Hotspot. Car-Net Remote Access #ev allows owners the ability to interact with their vehicle from miles away via the mobile app. It is offered at no additional charge for five years from the date of vehicle purchase. Features include remote battery stop/start charging, remote climate controls, search for charging stations, and find off-street parking availability. 

VW Car-Net #ev skills for Amazon AlexaTM will be available later this year. To set up, owners should open the skills page associated with their car model in their Alexa app and link the skill to their VW Car-Net account. This will allow them to use their voice on an Alexa-enabled device to ask Alexa to send remote commands from the comfort of their own home—for instance: “Alexa, ask Car-Net to start charging my #id4.”

Car-Net Safe & Secure is a paid subscription service that includes Emergency Assistance and Automatic Crash Notification. The subscription is $159 per year before taxes and fees, and automatically renews annually at the end of the subscription term, unless cancelled.

Emergency Assistance can be accessed through the SOS button in the vehicle, and, if a cellular connection can be established, puts the driver in contact with the Car-Net service center, who can direct emergency responders to the vehicle’s location and notify the user’s Emergency Contact.  Provided a cellular connection can be established, Automatic Crash Notification can help automatically notify an operator who can quickly contact first responders in the event of a collision.

Car-Net Hotspot allows passengers to access the internet with up to four compatible connected devices simultaneously, including tablets, smartphones, laptops, gaming devices, and more—all at 4G LTE-enabled speed. With just a few clicks in the VW Car-Net mobile app or at vw.com/carnet, VerizonTM customers with an existing mobile data plan can simply add their #volkswagen vehicle as a new $20 line item to their existing monthly bill; non-Verizon customers can set up an unlimited plan for $20/month, taxes and fees may apply.

The ID.4’s electronic intelligence is based on a network architecture that #volkswagen designed from scratch for the MEB. In terms of hardware, two central high-performance computers known as ICAS (In-Car Application Servers) are the main components. They are responsible for a number of tasks that are usually performed by separate control units in conventional models.

The software architecture in the #id4 follows the principle of local servers: designed to be a broad service platform, it significantly simplifies the exchange of data and functions between the systems involved. This flexibility makes it easy to integrate new data packages, though these are subjected to strictly-protected authentication. Basic driving functions such as drive and brake control remain in their separate control units. One of the major strengths of the new network architecture is the ability to update the system at a future date, which ensures the ongoing enhancement of many functions.

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