THE 2024 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 PRO S IS A MORE BUZZ WORTHY ELECTRIC SUV FOR THE PEOPLE

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The 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 receives a significant mid-cycle refresh, primarily focusing on powertrain and technology upgrades. The most notable improvement is the substantial power increase across the range. The rear-wheel-drive model now boasts 282 horsepower (an 81 HP increase), making it significantly quicker and addressing previous sluggishness. The all-wheel-drive variant gets a boost to 335 horsepower and nearly 500 lb-ft of torque, achieving 0-60 mph in the mid-5-second range. While exterior styling remains largely unchanged, the interior benefits from a larger, faster, and more responsive 12.9-inch infotainment screen running updated software, which is a welcome improvement over the previous system. The reviewer highlights the comfortable ride, spacious interior, and practical cargo area as key strengths. However, the continued use of touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and the lack of a true one-pedal driving mode are noted as minor drawbacks. Despite these points, the 2024 ID.4 is presented as a more compelling and competitive electric SUV, especially for first-time EV buyers, offering improved performance and tech while maintaining its accessible price point and eligibility for the federal tax credit.