VW ID.4 - IS THIS VW'S DIFFICULT SECOND ALBUM?

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The Volkswagen ID.4, particularly the 1st Edition model reviewed, is presented as a crucial global vehicle for VW's electric ambitions. While it excels in practicality, offering a spacious interior comparable to a larger SUV and excellent luggage capacity (543L expanding to 1575L), its driving dynamics and refinement fall short of expectations. The reviewer highlights a lack of interior control polish, particularly the touch-sensitive buttons without feedback, and notes the average handling. A significant criticism is the noticeable suspension noise on imperfect roads and the surprisingly basic rear drum brakes, which, combined with limited regenerative braking settings, detract from the overall driving experience. Despite its strengths as a well-equipped and practical family car with a decent 77kWh battery range (estimated 250-270 miles real-world), the ID.4 is deemed a "very good" but not "great" car, lacking the refinement and bold design choices seen in some competitors, making it a "difficult second album" for Volkswagen in the EV space.