2021 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 – 7-SPEAKER SOUND SYSTEM REVIEW | APPLE CARPLAY & ANDROID AUTO

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The reviewer from Daily Motor provides an in-depth assessment of the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4's seven-speaker audio system, concluding it's a solid, albeit average, C-grade system. While acknowledging it doesn't compete with premium branded systems, the reviewer finds the balance, particularly in the mid-range, to be well-executed for a base offering. However, the system suffers from power fluctuations, causing noticeable volume shifts during playback, and a lack of a physical volume knob is a point of contention. The reviewer also expresses frustration with the infotainment system's slow startup times, which can delay access to audio controls. Despite these drawbacks, the system is deemed adequate for most listeners, especially considering the inability to upgrade it. The reviewer's primary criticisms are directed at the infotainment interface rather than the sound quality itself, which is described as 'very average – not good, not bad.'