For drivers ready to experience all-electric driving for the first time, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 is an optimal choice. This versatile, tech-forward SUV is suited for everyday needs with an adaptable, roomy cabin and generous amenities. Plus, it’s easy to charge and offers ample range and an engaging driving experience.
Sound like your type of SUV? At Low Country Volkswagen in Mount Pleasant, SC, we’re here to help you find your ideal vehicle match, so learn more about the new 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 today!
2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Estimated Electric Range
The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 offers five trim levels, two that offer rear-wheel drive and three that offer all-wheel drive. If you want the maximum miles of range, you’ll want to upgrade to a rear-wheel drive model, which offers an EPA-estimated range of 291 miles.1 However, if you prefer to have enhanced performance in challenging road conditions, choose an all-wheel drive model, which offers an EPA-estimated range of 263 miles.1
All-wheel drive models also boast more horsepower than the rear-wheel drive models, offering 335 horsepower, while rear-wheel drive models offer 282 horsepower. And if you want to tow small loads, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4, when properly equipped, allows you to tow up to 2,200 pounds (braked) with rear-wheel drive models and 2,700 pounds (braked) with all-wheel drive models.
Charging the ID.4: Options, Speeds, and Convenience
Charging your 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 is simple and convenient. Depending on your needs, you can charge at home or at a public charging station. Your purchase of a new 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 even includes a two-year Electrify America Pass+ membershipâ â ,2 making your charging experience even easier.
With more than 1,080 Electrify America stations and over 5,000 Electrify America DC fast chargers available, charging your ID.4 while away from Charleston should be simple! Not only that, with a North American Charging System (NACS) DC adapterâ ,3 you can also charge your ID.4 with a Tesla Supercharger.4
When charging at home, you’ll have a couple options. You can use the included 2-in-1 EV Charge Cable and charge your EV from a standard 120v household outlet, or you can charge your EV faster with a 240v outlet.
Check out the following ID.4 charging times you can expect from different chargers:
- 0%-100% (Standard home outlet (with GFCI)), AC 1.2 kW: 83 hours
- 0%-100% (Home or public AC charging station), AC 7.2 kW: 12:30 hours
- 0%- 100% (Home or public AC charging station), AC 9.6 kW: 9:30 hours
- 0%-100% (Home or public AC charging station), AC 11 kW: 8 hours
- 10%-80% SOC (Public DC Fast Charger), max DC: 28 minutes
2026 ID.4 vs. Tesla Model Y: Which EV SUV Wins?
You may be wondering how the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 compares to the current Tesla Model Y. Both models offer their own unique take on the electric driving experience, so the best SUV depends on your preferences. We recommended test-driving both models to compare their ride comfort, features, and overall driving experience. In the meantime, find out how these two EVs’ pricing, performance, and range compare below.
Pricing
While the Volkswagen ID.4 does offer the higher price points across the lineup, both EVs’ top trim levels end up being nearly the same price. We’ll break down pricing by each lineup’s trim levels, starting with the ID.4.
2026 Volkswagen ID.4
- ID.4 Pro: $45,0955
- ID.4 AWD Pro: $48,9955
- ID.4 Pro S: $50,1955
- ID.4 AWD Pro S: $54,0955
- ID.4 AWD Pro S Plus: $57,6555
Current Tesla Model Y
- Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive: $39,9906
- Model Y All-Wheel Drive: $41,9906
- Model Y Premium Rear-Wheel Drive: $44,9906
- Model Y Premium All-Wheel Drive: $48,9906
- Model Y Performance All-Wheel Drive: $57,4906
Range
While the ID.4 rear-wheel drive models offer an EPA-estimated range of 291 miles1 and the ID.4 all-wheel drive models offer an EPA-estimated range of 263 miles,1 range is more varied across the Tesla Model Y lineup, from 294 to 357 miles.
Charging
Using a public DC fast charger, the fastest the ID.4 can charge from 10%-80% is 28 minutes. Using a Supercharger, the Tesla Model Y offers a charging time of up to 182 miles in 15 minutes.
Seating & Cargo Space
While the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 seats five across the SUV lineup, the Tesla Model Y offers up to seven seats in its Model Y Premium All-Wheel Drive trim level. The rest of the Tesla Model Y trim levels seat five.
When it comes to cargo space, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 offers up to 64.2 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded. The Tesla Model Y offers 74 cubic feet of cargo space in the Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive trim and 74.8 cubic feet in the Model Y All-Wheel Drive trim. In the Model Y Premium and Performance trim levels, you’ll get 76 cubic feet of cargo space.
Experience the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 at Low Country Volkswagen
The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 is a well-appointed EV that is ready to keep up with your packed schedule, offering plenty of power, range, and convenience for everyday driving and weekend road trips. With standard features like a 12.9-inch display and heated front seats, and available features like massaging and ventilated front seats, the ID.4 will keep you riding in luxury the entire way.
If you’re ready to experience refined, all-electric driving, contact our team or stop by our Mount Pleasant car dealership to learn more about the new 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 and its availability today. The team at Low Country Volkswagen is happy to answer any questions you may have and introduce you to our other new Volkswagen vehicles, including the all-electric ID. Buzz, or help you find a quality used VW for sale.
You can count on our Mt. Pleasant auto team to help you find the best Volkswagen car or best Volkswagen SUV for your lifestyle. You can also trust our VW service center to deliver quality care and keep your Volkswagen vehicle running smoothly. We hope you’ll continue to choose us year after year!
1Actual mileage and range will vary and depend on several factors including driving and charging habits, accessory use, temperature and topography, battery age, load, and vehicle condition. Battery capacity decreases with time and use. See owner’s manual for details.
2Starting MSRP of $45,095 for a 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro with single-speed automatic transmission. Prices exclude destination, taxes, title, other options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.
3Volkswagen approved NACS DC adapter is sold separately. NACS DC adapter is for use with compatible DC chargers only, including Tesla Superchargers identified by Tesla as an “NACS Partner Site.” See the Tesla app for NACS Partner Site locations. Do not use NACS DC adapter with any Level 1 or Level 2 AC chargers, including Tesla Destination chargers and home chargers with NACS connectors. The use of any third-party adapters is at your own risk.
4Use of Tesla Superchargers require cellular connectivity, compatible vehicle hardware, Tesla mobile app download and account registration, set up of payment method, and acceptance of Tesla’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. Tesla Supercharger location information is provided by Tesla. Volkswagen is not responsible for the accuracy of charger location, charger availability, charger compatibility, or pricing & payment options. Tesla Supercharger costs and fees will be billed by Tesla to the payment method you’ve set up in the Tesla app. The Tesla app and Tesla Superchargers are provided by Tesla and their continued compatibility and availability are outside of Volkswagen’s control. Message and data rates may apply.
5MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title, other options, and dealer charges and fees. Dealer sets actual price.
6Prices listed do not include Destination and Order Fees, taxes and other fees. Subject to change. Prices including the Destination and Order fees but excluding taxes and other fees are as follows: Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive starts at $41,630, Model Y All-Wheel Drive starts at $43,630, Model Y Premium Rear-Wheel Drive starts at $46,630, Model Y Premium All-Wheel Drive starts at $50,630 and Model Y Performance All-Wheel Drive starts at $59,130.
7Actual range may vary based on factors such as speed, weather conditions and elevation change.
8Range added in 15 minutes is based on vehicle efficiency at a constant highway speed of 65 mph. Actual driving range and charging performance may vary depending on several factors including Supercharger type, vehicle configuration, state of charge, battery temperature, speed, weather and elevation change, among others.