What does "ID" mean in the new VW ID lineup?

Volkswagen, like many other car manufacturers, is moving into the future. The company recently announced its first fully electric SUV, the ID.4. Some drivers might wonder, what exactly does the ID stand for in the name?

The company has quite the answer. They say that "the ID abbreviation stands for intelligent design, identity, and visionary technologies". From here on out, all of the all-electric vehicles that Volkswagen releases will be under the ID heading.

Intelligent Design

The ID.4 and other forthcoming Volkswagen electric vehicles make use of the company's modular electric drive matrix. This design feature ensures that the ID lineup will be comprised of vehicles that are compact overall, but spacious inside. This is achieved by pairing a short front end with a wide wheelbase.

The well-designed electric matrix also allows drivers to go quite far on a single charge. The EPA estimates that the ID.4 gets 250 miles per charge! The vehicle also refuels quickly. In just 40 minutes it can go from a 5% charge to an 80% charge, at any public DC charging station. This means that you can pull over, let everyone out of the vehicle, plug it in, use the facilities, and hop back in the the car with enough juice to get you to your destination.

The Advantages of Electric Vehicles

One of the most important things about electric vehicles is their relative lack of carbon footprint. It does take significant resources to produce an electric battery for one of these vehicles, but once it has been built, it no longer needs input besides electricity. This differs from traditional gas-guzzling cars. As electric grids become more and more green with the continuing expansion of wind and solar power, electric vehicles will become more green themselves.

On an individual level electric vehicles also offer a great deal. They enjoy a process called regenerative braking, which helps keep the battery juiced up. Whenever you use the brake, a portion of the energy generated by this action is captured by the car's motor, which runs in reverse during regenerative braking to help replace expended battery power. While this won't save you from pulling over to charge up every once in a while, it does help with the battery's range. It also makes for less wear-and-tear on brake pads, which helps you save on maintenance costs.

Conclusion

As noted above, the ID in Volkswagen's new lineup stands for "intelligent design" - among other things. The ID.4 is a great example of this. It enjoys a very long battery range. Additionally, the vehicle's interior is quite comfortable and modern. The ID.4 also has a host of cutting-edge technological features, both for driver and rider comfort and for safety.

Come on down to Evans Volkswagen today, and we'll help you pick out the right intelligently-designed vehicle for you and your loved ones. Between our professional service and knowledgeable staff, you won't be disappointed!