VW ID.4 SNEAK PEEK: WILL IT OUTSELL THE ID.3? | 100% INDEPENDENT, 100% ELECTRIC

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The Volkswagen ID.4 is presented as the ID.3's larger sibling, targeting a broad audience of current internal combustion engine car drivers rather than EV enthusiasts. The reviewer highlights its familiar feel, shared MEB platform, and a rear-mounted, rear-wheel-drive setup similar to the ID.3, which was praised. Key specifications mentioned include a ~70 kWh battery, a claimed 320-mile WLTP range (though real-world estimates are lower), 125 kW charging, and 204 horsepower. A notable point of discussion is the vehicle's 'creep' function, described as the strongest ever seen in an EV. The review touches on VW's strategy of viewing Tesla as a partner in electrification rather than a competitor. Concerns are raised about the potential impact of 'Dieselgate' on public perception and sales, particularly among informed EV buyers. The vehicle is slated for a US release in Q1 2021, with production planned for Chattanooga in 2022.