VW ID.4

Volkswagen has released the first images showing the interior of its all-electric SUV, the ID.4. For those of you who are familiar with the ID.3 hatchback, the dashboard of the ID.4 won’t be a surprise. It looks almost identical, save for the shape of the outer air vents, central display integration into the dash, and different positioning of the lights control panel.

Volkswagen describes the ID.4’s interior as a “modern feel-good lounge” that offers ample space, purist design, high-effect lighting, and sustainable upholstery materials. Given the more efficient packaging made possible by the MEB platform and its compact electric drive, the VW ID.4 has a very spacious interior compared to similarly sized SUVs powered by internal combustion engines.

The rear seat bench is said to offer as much space as a conventional SUV from the next higher category, while the trunk accommodates 543 liters with all seats in place. The large door openings, high seating position and optional tilting panoramic sunroof amplify the sensation of space, as does the interior design with a floating dash panel not linked to the center console.

According to VW, the front seats are sporty and comfortable and bear the seal of approval by the German Campaign for Healthier Backs (AGR) in the ID.4 1ST Max limited edition model. They also feature a combination of leatherette and ArtVelours, a number of electrical adjustment options, and built-in massage function with their pneumatic lumbar supports.

The ID.4 features the ID. Light feature as standard, consisting of a light strip below the windscreen. ID. Light supports drivers in several situations with intuitive lighting effects in different colors. For example, it accentuates information issued by the driver assist and navigation systems and signals braking prompts and incoming phone calls. The ID. 4 also features a 30-color ambient lighting system.

VW will unveil the ID.4 on September 23, with the first vehicles scheduled for delivery before the end of this year in Europe. Production has already begun at the Zwickau plant in Germany, with VW to also build the ID.4 in China and later in the United States.