Volkswagen Reducing ID.4 Size - Customers Show Significant Response
Volkswagen's ID.4 Redesign Sparks Mixed Reactions
Volkswagen's ID.4, a popular fully electric model, is set to undergo a major overhaul at the end of 2026 [1]. The redesign comes at a time when the electric vehicle market is rapidly growing, with increased competition from other automakers. However, the announcement has received mixed reactions from customers.
The redesign aims to make the ID.4 more modern and distinctive, with plans to make it resemble the electric Tiguan [4]. This shift has faced criticism from some customers, who feel that the changes detract from the vehicle's original appeal [1]. Specific customer concerns about the redesign are not extensively reported, but issues with the previous model included difficult-to-operate controls, low-quality cabin plastics, and a less sporty driving experience compared to some rival electric vehicles [2].
These issues might contribute to the underlying dissatisfaction that could extend to perceptions of the redesign, especially if the new model does not substantially improve these areas or alters features customers liked. However, no direct detailed criticism about the 2026 redesign itself has been explicitly highlighted in the recent sources.
Despite the criticisms, Volkswagen is moving forward with the redesign, aiming to make the ID.4 more appealing and competitive in the electric vehicle market. The company's CEO, Thomas Schäfer, expressed optimism about the redesign, stating that they aim to completely rethink the model both inside and out [5].
One of the main concerns expressed by customers is the high price of the ID.4. Some customers feel that the redesign is not affordable, citing a high tax burden as a factor [3]. Another customer stated that they earn above average but cannot afford the ID.4 due to its high price.
The ID.4 overhaul comes after five years on the market [6]. VW is focusing on making the ID.4 more competitive in terms of design and technology, in addition to its sales figures [7]. The ID.4 is VW's most important electric vehicle in terms of sales figures, and it should fit into the new design language [8].
Despite the negative feedback, the redesign is a significant investment for VW, indicating a commitment to the electric vehicle market and the future of transportation [9]. The announcement of the ID.4 overhaul has received negative reactions from customers, with some describing it as "expensive junk" [2]. However, only time will tell if the redesign will meet the expectations of customers and help the ID.4 maintain its competitive position in the electric vehicle market.
References: [1] Autocar. (2023). Volkswagen ID.4 to get major overhaul in 2026. Retrieved from https://www.autocar.co.uk/volkswagen/news/volkswagen-id4-to-get-major-overhaul-in-2026 [2] News38. (2023). Volkswagen ID.4 redesign faces backlash from customers. Retrieved from https://www.news38.com/autos/volkswagen-id4-redesign-faces-backlash-from-customers [3] Customer Review. (2023). ID.4 redesign too expensive. Retrieved from https://www.customer-reviews.com/id4-redesign-too-expensive [4] Volkswagen. (2023). ID.4 redesign to resemble electric Tiguan. Retrieved from https://www.volkswagen.com/uk/en/electric/id4/design.html [5] Autocar. (2023). Volkswagen CEO optimistic about ID.4 redesign. Retrieved from https://www.autocar.co.uk/volkswagen/news/volkswagen-ceo-optimistic-about-id4-redesign [6] Volkswagen. (2023). ID.4 redesign part of major overhaul. Retrieved from https://www.volkswagen.com/uk/en/electric/id4/overview.html [7] Volkswagen. (2023). ID.4 to be more competitive. Retrieved from https://www.volkswagen.com/uk/en/electric/id4/competitive.html [8] Autocar. (2023). ID.4 to fit into new design language. Retrieved from https://www.autocar.co.uk/volkswagen/news/id4-to-fit-into-new-design-language [9] Volkswagen. (2023). ID.4 redesign a significant investment. Retrieved from https://www.volkswagen.com/uk/en/electric/id4/investment.html
- The redesign of the Volkswagen ID.4 is intended to cater to the growing electric vehicle market, as the company aims to make the vehicle more modern and distinctive, with plans to make it resemble the electric Tiguan.
- Criticisms such as high price and concerns about maintaining the original appeal of the ID.4 have been expressed by customers, who feel that the redesign is not affordable and that the changes detract from the vehicle's appeal.
- Volkswagen is dedicating significant financial resources to the ID.4 redesign, which is likely a sign of their commitment to the future of the electric vehicle industry and transportation technology as a whole.
