2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vs 2021 Honda HR-V
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MSRP$39,995 | MSRP$21,220 |
Average price$24,705 | Average price$21,512 |
Listings475 | Listings2360 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
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2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Reviews SummaryThe “Dieselgate” emissions scandal forced Volkswagen to double down on electric cars, and now we’re finally seeing the first result of that: the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 electric crossover. VW has made an electric car before, but its last attempt, the e-Golf, was built to satisfy emissions standards, not rack up sales. It was barely advertised, and it was sold only in certain states. That’s not the case with the ID.4, which will be available nationwide and will even be built in Tennessee starting in 2022. Volkswagen views the ID.4 as a rival not to other EVs, but to mainstream gasoline vehicles like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. Being late to the party means there are already several other EVs trying to coax new-car buyers away from internal combustion, however. If you want a reasonably-priced EV, the Nissan Leaf, Hyundai Kona Electric, and Kia Niro EV already exist, and General Motors just announced the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV—a new variant of the Chevy Bolt EV with a crossover body style similar to the Volkswagen. We tested an ID.4 1st Edition, which commemorates the car’s launch, and an ID.4 PRO S with all-wheel drive (AWD). The 1st Edition is a limited-edition model that has already sold out, but it’s mechanically identical to the ID.4 Pro S AWD, albeit with power sent only to the rear wheels. | |
2021 Honda HR-V Reviews SummaryThe 2021 Honda HR-V is the automaker’s smallest crossover SUV, sitting below the Honda CR-V in size and price. While Honda hasn’t updated the HR-V in some time, it remains worthy of consideration thanks to agile handling and impressive practicality for its size. Because while it’s billed as an SUV, the HR-V shares a platform with the discontinued Honda Fit hatchback. The HR-V is a bit bigger than that pint-sized wonder however, and adds features SUVs buyers want, such as a taller driving position and available all-wheel drive (AWD). Honda launched the HR-V for the 2016 model year, and added more tech features for 2019. While Honda has been pushing these updates, the subcompact crossover category has exploded, adding new entrants from the likes of Hyundai, Kia, and Toyota. The HR-V doesn’t receive any major updates for the 2021 model year, so we’re using our experience with past model years for this overview. The HR-V LX, Sport, EX, and EX-L trim levels carry over for 2021, but the HR-V Touring is no more. The only other changes are new wheel designs for the Sport, EX, and EX-L models, and added privacy glass for the HR-V Sport. | |
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Engine201 hp Electric | Engine1.8L 141 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower141 hp @ 6500 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity82 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City104 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway89 | MPG Highway34 |
Battery Charge Time (240V)8 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
Engine | |
Engine Name201 hp Electric | Engine Name1.8L 141 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque127 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower141 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Battery Charge Time (240V)8 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity82 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City104 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway89 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space30.3 cu ft | Cargo Space24.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight4517 lbs | Curb Weight2906 lbs |
Height64.4 in | Height63.2 in |
Length180.5 in | Length170.4 in |
Width72.9 in | Width69.8 in |
Wheelbase108.9 in | Wheelbase102.8 in |
Maximum Payload1347 lbs | Maximum Payload1095 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $39,995 | $21,220 |
Average price | $24,705 | $21,512 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.3 |
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 6.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The “Dieselgate” emissions scandal forced Volkswagen to double down on electric cars, and now we’re finally seeing the first result of that: the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 electric crossover. VW has made an electric car before, but its last attempt, the e-Golf, was built to satisfy emissions standards, not rack up sales. It was barely advertised, and it was sold only in certain states. That’s not the case with the ID.4, which will be available nationwide and will even be built in Tennessee starting in 2022. Volkswagen views the ID.4 as a rival not to other EVs, but to mainstream gasoline vehicles like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. Being late to the party means there are already several other EVs trying to coax new-car buyers away from internal combustion, however. If you want a reasonably-priced EV, the Nissan Leaf, Hyundai Kona Electric, and Kia Niro EV already exist, and General Motors just announced the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV—a new variant of the Chevy Bolt EV with a crossover body style similar to the Volkswagen. We tested an ID.4 1st Edition, which commemorates the car’s launch, and an ID.4 PRO S with all-wheel drive (AWD). The 1st Edition is a limited-edition model that has already sold out, but it’s mechanically identical to the ID.4 Pro S AWD, albeit with power sent only to the rear wheels. | The 2021 Honda HR-V is the automaker’s smallest crossover SUV, sitting below the Honda CR-V in size and price. While Honda hasn’t updated the HR-V in some time, it remains worthy of consideration thanks to agile handling and impressive practicality for its size. Because while it’s billed as an SUV, the HR-V shares a platform with the discontinued Honda Fit hatchback. The HR-V is a bit bigger than that pint-sized wonder however, and adds features SUVs buyers want, such as a taller driving position and available all-wheel drive (AWD). Honda launched the HR-V for the 2016 model year, and added more tech features for 2019. While Honda has been pushing these updates, the subcompact crossover category has exploded, adding new entrants from the likes of Hyundai, Kia, and Toyota. The HR-V doesn’t receive any major updates for the 2021 model year, so we’re using our experience with past model years for this overview. The HR-V LX, Sport, EX, and EX-L trim levels carry over for 2021, but the HR-V Touring is no more. The only other changes are new wheel designs for the Sport, EX, and EX-L models, and added privacy glass for the HR-V Sport. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 201 hp Electric | 1.8L 141 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 141 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 82 kWh | |
MPG City | 104 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 89 | 34 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 8 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 201 hp Electric | 1.8L 141 hp I4 |
Torque | 127 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm | |
Horsepower | 141 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 8 hours | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 82 kWh | |
MPG City | 104 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 89 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 30.3 cu ft | 24.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4517 lbs | 2906 lbs |
Height | 64.4 in | 63.2 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 170.4 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 69.8 in |
Wheelbase | 108.9 in | 102.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1347 lbs | 1095 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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