@VW Group: EPA confirms 260-mile range for Volkswagen ID.4 Pro electric SUV002827

Apr 12, 2021

  • EPA-estimated 260 miles of range on ID.4 Pro 82 kWh rear-wheel-drive models, compared to EPA-estimated 250 miles on ID.4 Pro S and 1st Edition
  • Three years of unlimited charging at Electrify America DC Fast Chargers at no additional cost
  • MSRP starts at $39,995 for ID.4 Pro

Herndon, VA — Volkswagen of America, Inc., is pleased to announce a second round of fuel economy figures for the 2021 ID.4 electric SUV. The ID.4 Pro rear-wheel-drive has an EPA-estimated 260 miles of range on a full charge. The Pro S and 1st Edition rear-wheel-drive vehicles previously received an EPA estimate of-estimated 250 miles of range on a full charge.

The EPA-estimated fuel economy for ID.4 Pro RWD is 107 MPGe in city driving; 91 MPGe in highway driving, and 99 MPGe in combined city/highway driving. The EPA fuel economy estimates for ID.4 Pro S and 1st Edition models are 104 MPGe in city driving, 89 MPGe in highway driving, and 97 MPGe in combined city/highway driving.

The first ID.4 models to be launched offer an 82kWh (gross) battery and a rear-mounted AC permanent-magnet synchronous motor with 201 horsepower and 228 pound-feet of torque. At a public DC fast-charging station with 125 kW charging, the ID.4 can go from 5 to 80 percent charged in about 38 minutes.

ID.4 owners receive three years of unlimited charging at Electrify America DC Fast Chargers at no additional cost. Electrify America is the nation’s largest open DC fast charging network with more than 560 charging stations and more than 2,400 DC fast chargers, including two cross-country routes to take electric vehicle (EV) drivers from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles, and Jacksonville to San Diego.

The 2021 ID.4 is on sale now, with pricing for the rear-wheel-drive ID.4 Pro starting at $39,995 MSRP, before a potential Federal tax credit of up to $7,500. The Pro S carries an MSRP of $44,495. The limited-run ID.4 1st Edition, which sold out the day the vehicle was launched, carried an MSRP of $43,995.

About Volkswagen
Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America and a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, with headquarters in Herndon, Virginia. Volkswagen’s operations in the United States include research and development, parts and vehicle processing, parts distribution centers, sales, marketing and service offices, financial service centers, and its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Volkswagen Group is one of the world’s largest producers of passenger cars and Europe’s largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the Arteon, Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Golf, Golf GTI, ID.4, Jetta, Jetta GLI, Passat, and Tiguan vehicles through more than 600 independent U.S. dealers. Visit Volkswagen online at www.vw.com or media.vw.com to learn more.

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This information and any vehicle specifications are preliminary and subject to change.

Features and technical data apply to models offered in the USA. They may differ in other countries.

Where stated, fuel economy (MPGe) and range values are EPA estimates. See www.fueleconomy.gov for details. Actual mileage and range will vary and depend on several factors including driving and charging habits, accessory use, temperature and topography, battery age, load, and vehicle condition. Battery capacity decreases with time and use. See owner’s manual for details.

ID.4 equipped with fast charging capability maximum rate of 125kW.  5%-80% charging time based on charging at a 125kW or higher charger.  Charging times will vary and depend on a variety of factors, including ambient temperature, charger type, battery condition and initial state of charge, vehicle condition and others.

All prices provided are the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price and exclude destination, taxes, title, other options and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.

The anticipated tax credit mentioned is for informational purposes only. The ID.4 has not yet been certified as credit eligible by the IRS. This information does not constitute tax or legal advice. Any available credits apply only on the original purchase of a qualifying vehicle and are not available in a lease transaction. All persons considering use of available tax credits should consult a tax advisor to determine eligibility based on their specific tax situation. Tax credits are subject to various limitations not within Volkswagen’s control and are subject to change without notice.

3 years of unlimited charging on MY21 ID.4 vehicles begins upon vehicle purchase. Non-transferable.  Not available for commercial use, such as ridesharing.  Requires Electrify America account, app, enrollment in ID.4 Charging Plan, and acceptance of Terms of Use. After user-initiated charge session stop or vehicle reaches full charge, and 10-min grace period, Idle Fees will apply and user is responsible.  In the event of suspected fraud or abuse or other unforeseen events, Volkswagen of America may discontinue or modify the offer in its sole discretion.  Frequent and consecutive charging can permanently decrease battery capacity, which may not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty.

Your ability to complete cross-country trip as described will vary and depend on several factors including driving and charging habits, accessory use, temperature and topography, battery age, load, and vehicle condition, occupant count and cargo volume.  

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