DecodedCarsVolkswagen ID.4
6 model years from 2021 to 2026, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2021–2026
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Latest engines
- Electric
- EV range
- up to 291 mi
- Latest rating
- ★★★★★ (2025)
- Recalls
- 27 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2023 (465)
- Fewest problems
- 2022
- Interest
- 9,238 Wikipedia views / 30 days
The 2026 ID.4 in brief
The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 180 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,339 lb (4dr SUV Base).
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 291 miles and takes about 8 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file.
The Volkswagen ID.4 has 6 model years in our data, from 2021 to 2026.
Owners most often report problems with the electrical system (501), unknown or other (232), vehicle speed control (122).
Buying used? 2024 has the fewest problems in our data, and 2023 is the year to avoid.
2023 has the most recalls (15); all years together count 27 campaigns and 1,023 owner complaints.
How the 2021 ID.4 compares
The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 180 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,339 lb (4dr SUV Base).
About the Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 and Volkswagen ID.5 are battery electric compact crossover SUVs produced by Volkswagen since late 2020. Based on the MEB platform, the ID.4 is the second model of the Volkswagen ID. series after the ID.3.
From the Wikipedia article "Volkswagen ID.4", licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
2026 ID.4 pros & cons
Full 2026 details →What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- "Do not drive" recallCheck that the recall repair was done before buying or driving.
Best and worst years to buy used
2024 ID.4
53 owner complaints · 9 recalls · 1 fire report · 4 crash reports
NHTSA overall: ★★★★★
Year to avoid2023 ID.4
465 owner complaints · 15 recalls · 7 fire reports · 56 crash reports
Most reported: Electrical System
NHTSA recalls and complaints for 4 model years since 2015; use it alongside a pre-purchase inspection. How we calculate this →
Compare head to head
ID.4 changes by model year
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 6 model years side by side
| Year | Latest engines | Best MPG / range | Length | Weight | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Electric | 291 mi | 180.3 in | 4,339 lb | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 | Electric | 291 mi | 180.3 in | 4,339 lb | ★★★★★ | 2 | 30 |
| 2024 | Electric | 291 mi | 180.3 in | 4,339 lb | ★★★★★ | 9 | 53 |
| 2023 | Electric | 275 mi | 180.3 in | 4,339 lb | ★★★★★ | 15 | 465 |
| 2022 | Electric | 275 mi | 180.3 in | 4,339 lb | ★★★★★ | 7 | 137 |
| 2021 | Electric | 260 mi | 180.3 in | 4,339 lb | ★★★★★ | 11 | 338 |
Alternatives to the 2026 ID.4
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Toyota RAV4 | 43 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2026 Subaru Forester | 35 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Kia Seltos | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volkswagen. How we calculate this →