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The Volkswagen ID.7 EV sedan is rolling out.

And what VW is calling the ‘upper’ midsize sedan class hits initial markets soon.  Fall of 2023 to be exact.

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Being recently announced worldwide.  VW is calling ID.7 a global product.  And it’s joining the ID.4 and ID.Buzz in being USA made.  That’s taking place at Volkswagen’s Chattanooga, Tennesse campus.

VW is calling its all-new electric sedan one of its brand halos.  That along with the highly anticipated electric minivan, the ID.Buzz.

While the ID.Buzz leans on the brand’s iconic and world-renowned microbus heritage.  The Volkswagen ID.7 EV sedan

leans on the brand’s heritage of making quality affordable four-door passenger cars.

The ID.7 is based on Volkswagen’s MEB (modular electric drive matrix) platform.  As is the brand’s ID.4 which is a crossover SUV.

Being based on the same platform there are exterior similarities.  And in this case, many.

So the ID.7 is sleeker and appears more stretched out in comparison to ID.4.  ID.7 is a fastback that’s athletic and aerodynamic looking. Volkswagen has yet to release exact specifications for ID.7.

But referring to the EV as an upper midsize class.  As well as a brand halo.  Indicates that the ID.7 is likely Volkswagen’s largest EV sedan on the drawing board.

MEB platform provides maximum interior space

The skateboard-like MEB platform was designed with EVs in mind.  Placing the electric vehicle battery and its weight across the length and width of the vehicle and between the axles. Allowing for maximum use of interior space.

So while we don’t yet have exact ID.7 specifications.  It seems safe to state that there’s ample interior space for five passengers.  And that the interior space will carry Volkswagen’s legendary fit and finish forward.

Between the hatch/fastback design and the MEB platform, we expect a cavernous cargo area.  Especially when folding down the backseats.

Also, Volkswagen is announcing that the ID.7 is pushing that brand forward with new technology and innovations.

Overall Volkswagen is calling ID.7’s interior premium and it certainly appears that’s a fair description.  With pinhole leather or leather-like surfaces and badging.  As well as a minimalist yet elegant appearance.

So the primary driver interface for the electric vehicle is the 15-inch touchscreen.  That sits in the center stack position. And it builds on the success of similar interfaces in previous Volkswagen EVs.

Then there’s a heads-up display that looks magnificent in a promotional video being released by Volkswagen.  Because it’s crystal clear, full color, and tough to imagine a better display.

Traditionally instrumentation is loaded into the dashboard in front of the driver.  But ID.7 does away with that.  Leaving just a small monitor with what VW refers to as just the necessary info in drivers’ view.

Another tech innovation in ID.7 is Volkswagen’s memory ventilation functionality.  Smart vents are similar to memory seats.  Both driver and passenger ventilation direction settings can be saved with different profiles.  Making it simple to reset them when needed.

Additionally, ID.7 recognizes when drivers approach the vehicle.  And it can begin cooling or heating the vehicle’s interior accordingly.

With rear-wheel drive, the Volkswagen ID.7 EV sedan is reporting more than 300 miles of range.  And that’s thanks in part to the aerodynamic design and MEB platform.

The drag coefficient is a statistic that’s referred to more and more with electric vehicles.  And the Volkswagen ID.7 EV sedan’s drag coefficient is .23.

How that will equate to the vehicle driving performance is a to-be-determined factor.  Because there’s still much we don’t know.  Like the power and number of electric motors ID.7 will have and more.

ID.7 is what Volkswagen is calling a global product.  Announcing the vehicle in New York, Shanghai, and Berlin simultaneously.

Rolling into Europe in the fall of 2023.  Then ID.7 is charging into the US and Canadian markets in 2024.

And it’s just one of at least 25 different electric vehicles Volkswagen plans to be offering in the US by 2030.

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The 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan delivers stylishly good looks.  A spacious and well-designed interior.  Plus a spirited experience behind the wheel.

Adding, impressive technology and creature comforts create a solid value proposition.  Making the SUV a must-test drive for anyone shopping for a compact.

And Tiguan offers something most compacts in its class do not.  An optional third row of seating.  Accommodating up to seven passengers.

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2.0L inline 4-cylinder turbocharged engine

The 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan is marking the second model year since being refreshed.  Bringing this model year’s Tiguan four trim options.  Plus minor aesthetic tweaks.  And, for the SE R-Line Black trim, new 19-inch wheels.

Available trims for the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan are as follows.  The base model S trim starts at a $26,950 manufacturer-suggested retail price.

*All prices starting MSRP – plus $1,295 destination

One of the things we like about Volkswagen as a brand.  Is that the carmaker tends to equip its various trims with most of its available options.  So you still have options to select after picking your trim.  But VW equips their trims nicely.  Simplifying the buying process.

For the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan, the engine and transmission options are simple.

Because, no matter what trim, there’s a single engine.  And when it comes to the trans.  You need only select from two-wheel or all-wheel drive.

For Tiguan, two-wheel drive is front-wheel drive.  While, in the Volkswagen family, all-wheel drive is called 4MOTION.

So the engine is a peppy 2.0L inline four-cylinder.  It’s turbocharged and puts out 184 horsepower with 221 pound-feet of torque.  And the transmission is a smooth and spirited 8-speed automatic.

When it comes to MPG, Tiguan is a respectable player in the compact SUV segment.  With an overall EPA estimated range for all configurations of between 22 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway.

The 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan’s curb weight pushes the scales between 3,737 and 3,821 depending on your configuration.  With 4MOTION AWD being the heavier option.

But regardless of configuration, Volkswagen’s Tiguan has a towing capacity of 1,500 pounds.

184 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque

The 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan is extremely difficult to differentiate from its previous model year.  But that’s great because, with that year’s refresh, Tiguan has never looked better.

An athletic stance from the front and rear.  Compliments a clearly European and Volkswagen profile and badging.  Plus exceptionally clean lines silhouette the three-quarter views.  Both in the front and the rear.

Exterior Dimensions

*All inches – FWD/AWD where applicable.

Sliding into the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan is both easy and a pleasure.

Because while it’s considered a compact SUV, it’s big inside.  With Volkswagen’s ever-present attention to fit and finish detail.  Along with great usage of space.

And Tiguan’s optional 3-rows of seating to accommodate up to 7 passengers is hard to find in compact SUVs.  Younger kids are perfect for that third row.  Or smaller adults for short drives.

Interior Dimensions

*All inches – front/second/third rows

Up to 73.4 cubic feet of cargo space

And with the backseat or backseats (if you opt for 3 rows) folded down.  The 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan provides up to 73.4 cubic feet of cargo space.

Huge available panoramic sunroof

Volkswagen’s Digital Cockpit is standard across all Tiguan trims.  With an 8-inch infotainment display topping the center stack for all but the top trim.

Because the SEL R-Line model gets upgraded to a 10.25-inch touchscreen.  Also, that comes with the ‘Pro’ version of VW’s Digital Cockpit.

Also with that top trim is a Fender Premium Audio system.  Which music lovers in all Tiguan seating rows appreciate.  480-watt, 12-channel amp powers nine speakers including a Bassman subwoofer and more.

Then there’s IQ.Drive, Volkswagen suite of driver assistance and safety tech features.

Including forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking.  Blind-spot monitoring, rear traffic alert, adaptive cruise, lane keeping, and semi-automated driving assist.

There’s also available park distance control and parking steering assistance.  Overhead camera and dynamic road display.  Plus many more features to make driving easier and safer.

Evidencing Volkswagen’s overall attention to safety.  Tiguan receives a Top Safety Pick+ designation.  That’s from the universally recognized IIHS.  The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

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Volkswagen’s midsize Atlas is a 3-row SUV.  Seating up to 7 the 2023 Atlas is big inside.  But it’s not too big to easily drive.

And yes, adults can make use of the third row of seating.  Which is not the norm in the segment.

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The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas is being offered in five trims.

Nearly all of them come standard with Volkswagen’s Digitial Cockpit Pro.  And that’s with the 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen.

So the five trims for the 2023 Atlas can be considered two different main trims with optional packages.

For a 3-row midsize SUV that’s a solid driver and sporty or classy looking no matter what.  We think it’s a great value regardless of the trim you select.

*All starting MSRPs

We like how Volkswagen keeps the trim packages fairly tight in what each includes.  You still have configuration options but they’re pretty basic.  For example, when configuring the Premium R-Line you can add captain seats, cargo bars on the roof, and a cargo box.  Plus other similar options

The 2023 Atlas rolls with two different engines.  Having driven both they each have benefits.  So there’s an inline 4-cylinder and a V6.

First the inline 4-cylinder.  It’s a turbocharged 2.0-liter that puts out 235 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque.  This feels like it could have slightly quicker off-the-line acceleration.  And it gets slightly better gas mileage.

Then there’s the 3.6L 6-cylinder.  Delivering 276 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque.  It’s capable of towing more than double the weight of the 4-cylinder.  But delivers slightly less fuel efficiency.

Both engines are paired with a smooth shifting, and efficient, 8-speed automatic transmission.

Your option in this category is whether to go with front-wheel-drive or Volkswagen’s all-wheel drive.  VW’s all-wheel-drive system is called 4Motion.

Again, when it comes to fuel economy, there’s only a slight difference.  And how the MPG of the different drivetrains and engines breakdown.

EPA Estimated MPG:

*All city/combined/highway

When it comes to curb weight for the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas, it depends on configuration.  On the low-end Atlas will weigh 4,255 and go up to 4,595 lbs.

And towing capacity is where you might find a deciding factor in engine selection.  Because the inline 4-cylinder drags up to 2,000 lbs.  But with the 3.6L 6-cylinder, towing capacity jumps to 5,000 lbs.

Up to 25 MPG

Volkswagen’s Atlas is a great looking sport ute no matter which of the trim options you select.

Sure the base model is more subdued.  And the SEL R-Lines take it to the next level.  But the lines of the SUV are sleek and bold from every angle.

It’s European-looking and undeniably Volkswagen branded.  But a quick highway glance might leave you thinking you’ve spotted an Audi.  And you would be the first to think that.  Not by a long shot.

Exterior Dimensions

*All inches

Max. cargo volume 96.8 cu-ft

Inside the midsize Volkswagen Atlas is perhaps where the vehicle really sets itself in a class of its own.  Because the use of space might be unparalleled.

Volkswagen’s always been known for paying attention to fit and finish details.  Making sure everything comes together accurately.  Firm surface joints and the like.

But it’s not only the cabin construction but also the engineering of space.  People are comfortable in all three rows.  And when you remove people, fold seats down to make cargo space.  There’s lots of it.   And easy to use.

And if you’re desire is to have a giant sunroof.  Volkswagen offers a panoramic option that nearly takes up the entire roof.

Interior Dimensions:

*All inches

And the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas provides ample cargo area.  With a cargo capacity of 20.6 cubic feet behind the 3rd row of seats.  Then 55.5 cu-ft behind the second row.  And with both rows of backseats folded down, there’s a whopping 96.8 cu-ft.

Digital Cockpit Pro standard on most trims

As mentioned above Volkswagen’s Digital Cockpit Pro comes standard in nearly all trims.

And that technology is ahead of its time.  Because all carmakers are going that route.  But for a non-luxury to already be there is impressive.

VW’s Digital Cockpit Pro replaces analog instrumentation in the dash with a digital monitor.  And that monitor is completely configurable based on the driver’s preference at the time.  It pairs with a 10.25″ infotainment touchscreen on the center stack.  Providing countless configuration options.

You can opt to have your navigation display between gauges among numerous other configs.  Plus you can program and save various drive profiles.

The 2023 Atlas comes with Volkswagen’s IQ.Drive suite of driver safety features.  The higher-level trims provide most safety features within IQ.Drive.  Including features like the area overhead camera view, parking steering assistance and more.

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When it comes to the best Volkswagen SUV the competition is tight!

And whether you are leasing or buying the European car maker is offering some compelling sport-ute options.

Pondering which one is the best of them all is logical.  But it’s also subjective.  Because mine is one of the countless opinions.

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To clarify, driving all Volkswagen SUVs many times gives me some authority.  However, first I want to share how you can easily pick the best Volkswagen SUV for your needs.

Then I’ll drive you to my conclusion as to which Volkswagen SUV is best – in my opinion.

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So you want to determine the best Volkswagen SUV for your life stage and situation.

Researching various factors that are personal to you is the essential first step in making the right decision.  Because only you can determine what that is.  Buying an SUV can be a blast.  But before getting into the thrill of your purchase process, you want to have your homework complete.

Considering your particular wants and needs first is prudent.  Then carefully picking your best Volkswagen SUV is simple.  Enabling you to go buy (or lease) knowing exactly what you’re after.

We all have slightly different desires and requirements when SUV shopping.  And that makes the best Volkswagen SUV for you a unique proposition.

However, there are lots of questions to ask that cross all considerations.  And these questions pertain to Volkswagen SUV lessees as well as buyers.

For instance; are you a family, couple, or solo?  Who’s driving and how?  Will you be primarily city or country driving?  Are you commuting?  Do you have kids?  Are going on dates or hauling clients around town?  Will your SUV be getting dirty off-road on the weekends?  What’s your parking situation?

Considering those questions in more detail below will help determine the best Volkswagen SUV for you.

Perhaps your life stage is the broadest factor regarding the best Volkswagen SUV for you.

But not only where you are at the moment in life.  Because when we buy or lease a car we’re usually dealing with a minimum of a 3-year relationship.  So you also want to consider where you’re likely to be during the term of your ownership.  As well as toward the end of it.

So, if you’re a couple getting married that’s a big factor in deciding the best Volkswagen SUV for you.  Because you’re likely to need someone else’s seal of approval on your purchase.

Planning to start a family?  That’s an even bigger consideration.  Because now you’re in the universe of dealing with car seats for your baby!  Think space.

Then again, you might already have kids.  And they love bringing their friends everywhere on your family adventures.  Similarly, you might be the proverbial soccer mom or little league dad.  So when considering the best VW SUV, think of lots of space!

Or maybe you’re free and easy – running solo with no significant other or kids.  But you’re working in some type of customer relations or sales.  Think of passenger comfort and style.  Because that might be a consideration of your clients and prospects!

Another situation may have your kids heading to college and you to retirement.  You’re no longer hauling clients or kids.  Now it’s just your wants and needs!  And that makes it easier to determine your best Volkswagen SUV.  Woohoo!

Plus, you could take any of the above scenarios and factor in being a weekend warrior.  Because heading off-road for camping or joyriding adds another part to your equation.

Overall, the life stage is a big factor when deciding your best Volkswagen SUV.  It’s obvious upfront but think of the longer term.  That’s what most people forget.

Another critical factor in deciding your best VW SUV is who’s doing the bulk of driving.

Obviously, if you’re not married then this one isn’t a factor.  Unless you plan on not being within the term of your ownership.  In that case, you should consider the following.

Since my wife almost certainly will not be reading this article.  I’m using my own household as an example.  (Don’t tell her.)

I love my wife.  She’s a beautiful person and a wonderful mother.  And she’s a safe driver who’s never been in an accident.

Yet somehow strange dings, scratches, and dents magically appear on our vehicles.  And the bigger the ride, the more dents, dings, and scratches.

It’s truly a mystery.  But when deciding the best Volkswagen SUV that my wife will be primarily driving, of course, I’m factoring that in!

Deciding the best Volkswagen SUV for you includes thinking in terms of highway or city driving.

Which dovetails into fuel economy too.  But let’s set gas mileage aside for a moment.  Because we’ll get to MPG later.

Keeping the focus on the driver’s comfort is important.  And whether your mostly city or highway driving is nearly secondary to time spent behind the wheel.

Being stuck in traffic regularly should be the lead factor.  And city driving equals loads of sitting.  At times desperately trying not to lose your mind.  So think comfort!  First, the driver’s comfort and then the passengers.

After that, you will care a bit less about the cost of fuel or electricity.  Because all Volkswagen SUVs are delivering awesome fuel economy.

So focus on driver comfort first and the rest falls into place.

Even if you’re working at home this is an important consideration.

Because part of picking the best Volkswagen SUV for you means making sure you have a good place to keep it!  Asking yourself questions like if your garage is big enough is a good start.  But you need to go deeper than that.  Think dimensions!

Is my garage long enough?  My parking space within it, is it wide enough?  Does my garage door open giving enough height for my VW SUV?

All cars are bigger these days.  And that includes Volkswagen SUVs.  So making sure you’re parking space at home is long enough, wide enough, and tall enough is critical.

Also, there’s the electric vehicle factor.  If you’re renting your home, then how are you dealing with that Level 2 charger?

Because you definitely want to juice up your ID.4 overnight!  Or maybe you’re waiting for an ID.7 sedan or the ID.Buzz microbus – nice!  Whatever Volkswagen EV you’re rolling, you don’t want to plug it into the same outlet as your shop vac!  That will take days to charge.

In all the above cases, these are deciding factors.  And that’s just for home consideration.

If you’re commuting to work and parking there regularly.  Give that a thought too.  But home is the real issue when it comes to parking and deciding the best Volkswagen SUV for you.

Finally, here’s my pick for the best Volkswagen SUV.  But before you go buy one I strongly suggest you follow the above guidance!

But having driven many variations of every Volkswagen SUV.  Here’s the one that I think is best.

VW Atlas Cross Sport

The Volkswagen Atlas is my all-around pick for the best Volkswagen SUV.

It’s huge inside but doesn’t drive like a huge sport utility vehicle.  The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) puts Atlas in the midsize class.  And that’s correct considering the SUV’s dimensions.

But Volkswagen manages to engineer the Atlas in such a way that the third-row seating is functional.  At 5’10” I can get back there.  And while I wouldn’t want to ride back there for a multi-hour road trip, it’s useable.  And that’s huge.

I do think that the Atlas’s little brother, the Atlas Cross Sport is a bit better looking.  And the Tiguan and ID.4 are a bit more fun to drive.

But my overall pick for the best Volkswagen SUV is the Atlas.

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The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport continues its stylish reign in the midsize SUV category.

Rolling into the fourth year of its first generation.  The five-passenger sport-utility vehicle is the second largest available in Volkswagen’s lineup.

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Offering a trim and price point for any new car buyer.  Atlas Cross Sport comes basic yet stylish with lots of interior space.  Or nicely danced up with luxury features while staying affordable.

2023 Atlas Cross Sport V6 SEL R-Line Black

Volkswagen stays the course for the Cross Sport nameplate in 2023.  With one notable change from its 2022 offerings.

And that’s the addition of a 10.25-inch configurable VW Digital Cockpit.

For 2023 the VW Atlas Cross Sport is being offered in SE and SEL trims.  But with sub-trims within each of those.

So you have five different trims from which to go with.  Starting with the base-model SE trim and topping with the SEL Premium R-Line trim.

The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is being offered with two different engines.  Two-wheel or all-wheel-drive.  While delivering good fuel economy.  Especially for a vehicle its size.

Volkswagen is offering a 4-cylinder and a 6-cylinder in Atlas Cross Sport.

The 4-cylinder is inline and 2.0-liter.  It’s turbocharged and intercooled.  Putting out 235 horsepower with 258 pound-feet of torque.

Then there’s the 6-cylinder that’s a 3.6-liter.  And it places 276 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque at the ready.

All 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sports come with the same transmission.  It’s a smooth-shifting 8-speed automatic.

But the difference is whether you go with 2WD or AWD.  And when opting for two-wheel the power comes from the front.

Also, when moving to all-wheel-drive, in VW-speak that’s called 4MOTION.

EPA estimates for the 2023 VW Atlas Cross Sport variations are similar.  That’s regardless of trim and configuration.

2023 VW Atlas Cross Sport MPG

*City/combined/highway

The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport curb weight depends on configuration.

On the low end, the 4-cylinder with FWD comes in at 4,114 pounds.  Then the opposite side of the spectrum.  That’s the 6-cylinder with AWD, aka 4MOTION.  It comes in at 4,449 lbs.

When it comes time to drag your stuff around Atlas Cross Sport is capable.  Though it’s more commonly being used as a hauler of people.

The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport can tow up to 2,000 lbs with the smaller turbocharged 4-cylinder engine.  And that jumps up to 5,000 lbs with the larger 6-cylinder.

Either way, those weights are with a braked trailer.  Rather than one without brakes.

2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder or 3.6L 6-cylinder engines

Atlas Cross Sport’s stylish design wins universal applause.

It’s athletic and sporty from every angle.  Bold front and rear fascias.  Attractive three-quarter views.  And its profile silhouette punches above its price point for sure.

Cross Sport is a Volkswagen vehicle for sure.  But the less-educated car-guy-eye can easily pass Cross Sport for its luxury sibling.  And that’s Audi’s Q8, with a starting price north of $73,000.

Moreover, Volkswagen Cross Sport arguably shares the shape of its supercar brethren in Lamborghini Urus.  And its starting price is a nose-bleeding $230,000.

Fun fact: Lamborghini is owned by Volkswagen Group through its subsidiary, Audi.

Various rim sizes are included, depending on the trim you go with.  There are 18-inch rims on the base model.  Then 20’s are standard with the rest of the models.  Except for the top SEL Premium R-Line.  That includes 21″ rims standard.

Exterior dimensions:

*All inches

Atlas Cross Sport is slightly smaller than its Volkswagen sibling SUV.  The similarly named Atlas sport-ute.

Whereas the Atlas Cross Sport is a 2-row midsize.  The Atlas is a 3-row midsize SUV.

The exterior difference is apparent when looking at the profile of the vehicle.  Because Cross Sport has a sloping rear roofline.

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Volkswagen’s legendary fit and finish are felt inside the spacious 2023 Atlas Cross Sport.

And above all the interior of the 2023 VW Atlas Cross Sport is spacious.  That’s even with that sloping rear roofline.

Throughout the cabin, German engineering and attention to detail are on display.  Whether that’s a solid feel and weighty sounding close of a door.

Or the precision with which the backseats fold flat to accommodate whatever cargo you might be transporting.

Interior dimensions:

*All inches

Up to 77.8 cu-ft cargo space

Behind the backseats, Cross Sport provides 40.3 cubic feet of area for cargo.  And folding the backseats down opens up nearly double the capacity with 77.8 cubic feet of cargo space.

Additionally notable, Volkswagen offers a huge panoramic sunroof.  Another feature to note inside is that the top SEL Premium R-Line trim includes heated and ventilated front seats.  Plus heated rear outboard seats.

Digital Cockpit Pro

Leading technology in the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport includes VW’s Digital Cockpit.

Removing old-school analog gauges in the dashboard, Digital Cockpit takes Cross Sport to the next level.  Technically speaking.  Because a customizable monitor now resides where miles per hour and revolutions per minute gauges used to be.

And Digital Cockpit is standard across all Cross Sport trims.  However, Digital Cockpit Pro is standard in the SEL trims.  With a scaled-down version coming standard in the SE trims.

Additional standard infotech features include Bluetooth.  Plus wireless charging and voice control in all but the base model.  Also available in the top trim is a Fender Premium 12-speaker sound system.

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The 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 marks the electric vehicle’s third model year.

Brisk sales of the new compact crossover EV are exceeding projected goals.

And with 2023 ID.4 updates.  The compact electric crossover’s popularity readies to grow.

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Starting at $37,495 MSRP

There are a bunch of new elements to consider for ID.4.

Headlining 2023 ID.4’s newness is something that might otherwise go unnoticed.

And that is the five-seat EV’s assembly location.  Because while VW is a preeminent European brand.  2023 ID.4s are being assembled in the United States.

Assembly location can be a big factor due to government incentives.  But those incentives are moving targets.

So, to determine if the ID.4 you want is being incentivized.  It’s best to reach out to our favorite Southern California Volkswagen dealer.  And they can address your specifics.

ID.4’s base model is now coming in at $37,495.

Sure, that’s thanks to a smaller battery and range.  But if you want in the EV game, it’s a changer.

Standard tech now includes a big new 12-infotainment touchscreen.

Also, park assist plus is now standard.  And that’s with memory parking.

Additionally, design tweaks.  New alloy wheels across all trims.  Plus new exterior colors are on the menu.

ID.4’s assembly location could save you some money.

Volkswagen’s been pouring investments into Chattanooga, Tennessee.  Most recently $800M.

And ID.4 is the first EV to benefit. More important to you, is the potential incentives because of it.

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When it comes to 2023 ID.4 trims.

VW is calling the options simple.  We’re listing them all below.

But the folks at VW, group them into three main trims.  With the Standard/Pro being the entry-level.  Then there’s the ‘S’ trim.  And finally, the ‘S Plus’ trim.

From there Volkswagen states you have options of rear-wheel or all-wheel drive.  And then battery options.

We’re not sure if that’s simple.  But you have many options.  And that’s always good.

2023 VW ID.4 Trims & starting MSRPs:

The ID.4 is built on Volkswagen’s MEB electric vehicle platform.

MEB stands for modular electric drive matrix.  Where does MEB come from that?  Not sure.

But it boils down to a skateboard type of framework.  It places the vehicle’s battery below and across the vehicle’s cabin area.  While placing the motor or motors between the front and rear wheels.

For ID.4 2023, you can opt for a single motor or two of them.

If it’s a single motor then you’re getting a rear-wheel drive.  And if it’s a dual motor then all wheels will be driving you.

The RWD motor is a PSM – permanent magnet synchronous.  And the motor powering the front wheels is an ASM – asynchronous.  (We know, another couple of odd acronyms.)

When going with RWD only you receive 201 horsepower.  Bumping up to AWD, with two motors, you receive 295 hp.

For 2023 VW adds another battery option for ID.4.

Previously available with only an 82 kWh power pack.  This year brings a smaller available 62 kWh battery option.

In the world of EVs, the EPA estimates range with a few factors.

Battery size is of course a big one.  But also the vehicle’s curb weight is playing a bigger role.

So the smaller 62 kWh battery delivers an estimated 209 miles of range.  And the bigger 82 kWh battery brings up to 275 miles of range with it.

However, here’s where curb weight comes into play.  A fully loaded AWD ID.4 drops down to 255 miles of range.  And that’s with the bigger battery.

Another acronym to learn.  But this is for all EVs.  Miles per gallon equivilent, or MGPe.

And for the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4, the EPA is estimating the following:

2023 Volkswagen ID.4 MPGe:

*City/combined/highway

Towing capacity for the 2023 VW ID.4 is up to 2,200 pounds with the RWD option.  And up to 2,700 lbs with AWD.  Both instances are with trailers that have brakes.

RWD or AWD

It’s a sharp-looking electric vehicle, without looking like an EV.  It’s not space-shippy.

Athletic standing, clean lines, and attractive from any angle.  Especially the profile, it looks like a new crossover SUV.

Volkswagen is coming after Tesla’s market share with ID.4.  The Tesla Model Y most closely compares with ID.4.

For eyes looking on with education. ID.4’s exterior fit and finish clobbers Model Y’s.  Because VW has been making cars for decades longer than Tesla.  And that pays off in the little things.  In the details.

Classifying ID.4 as a compact crossover SUV feels inaccurate.  But that’s the census.  It doesn’t look compact per se.

Exterior dimensions:

*All inches

Standard 12″ infotainment touchscreen

ID.4 definitely does not feel compact inside.

And here again, Volkswagen’s fit and finish details excel.  The use of space is tremendous.

While it’s a high-tech electric vehicle feel, the interior remains a VW for sure.  Attention to detail here clobbers its Tesla rival.

Because Volkswagens are built for drivers.  Meaning people who actually use their cars.  Which anyone sitting in traffic can appreciate.

Teslas continue taking criticism for interiors its interiors.  For being far too spartan.  And for seemingly ignoring fit and finish details that VW excels at.

Additionally, backseat passengers enjoy stadium seating.  Giving them a great view of the road.  Far different from the traditional backseat experience.

Interior dimensions:

*All inches

ID.4 provides ample space for stuff.  With the backseats up there are 30.3 cubic feet of area for cargo.

And with the backseats down you get 64.2 cu ft.

Up to 64.2 cu. ft. cargo space

ID.4 is Volkswagen’s first EV on the MEB platform for the US market.

So the tech is both game-changing and a glimpse of the carmaker’s direction.  Features that further connect us to our cars are on fully display in ID.4.

Haptic feedback on the steering wheel controls.  (Think video game controller vibrations.)  Smart infotainment system allowing touch and voice control.  And advanced driver assistance tech through IQ.Drive.

Plus Volkswagen’s Digital Cockpit comes standard across all trims.  Along with a wireless app connect and that huge 12″ infotainment touchscreen.

These along with all the latest advancements in safety tech make the 2023 VW ID.4 a ‘must-consider

for electric vehicle shoppers.

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