Buick Encore vs Volkswagen ID.4
Overview | |
Years produced2013-2023 | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$24,600 | MSRP$39,735 |
Listings3473 | Listings2457 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryThanks to a new, more powerful rear-drive motor, increased driving range to nearly 300 miles, a next-generation infotainment system with substantial user-experience improvements, and a handful of comfort and convenience upgrades, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better electric SUV than before. However, it no longer includes complimentary DC fast charging for three years. Instead, you get up to 500 kWh of free charging, after which you’ll pay to play. Verdict: While the downgrade in free charging is a bummer, the updated 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is not. With the technology better sorted, improved comfort, an impressive sound system, and more power, performance, and range, VeeDub’s electric SUV need not make apologies. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.4L 155 hp I4 | Engine201 hp Electric |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity62 kWh |
MPG City24 | MPG City115 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway98 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)65 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)6.25 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.4L 155 hp I4 | Engine Name201 hp Electric |
Torque177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)65 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)6.25 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity62 kWh |
MPG City24 | MPG City115 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway98 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.8 cu ft | Cargo Space30.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3195 lbs | Curb Weight4308 lbs |
Height65.2 in | Height64.5 in |
Length168.4 in | Length180.5 in |
Width70.1 in | Width83.0 in |
Wheelbase100.6 in | Wheelbase108.9 in |
Maximum Payload1018 lbs | Maximum Payload981 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2200 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2013-2023 | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $24,600 | $39,735 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Thanks to a new, more powerful rear-drive motor, increased driving range to nearly 300 miles, a next-generation infotainment system with substantial user-experience improvements, and a handful of comfort and convenience upgrades, the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better electric SUV than before. However, it no longer includes complimentary DC fast charging for three years. Instead, you get up to 500 kWh of free charging, after which you’ll pay to play. Verdict: While the downgrade in free charging is a bummer, the updated 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is not. With the technology better sorted, improved comfort, an impressive sound system, and more power, performance, and range, VeeDub’s electric SUV need not make apologies. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.4L 155 hp I4 | 201 hp Electric |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 155 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 62 kWh | |
MPG City | 24 | 115 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 98 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 65 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 6.25 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.4L 155 hp I4 | 201 hp Electric |
Torque | 177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 155 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 65 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 6.25 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 62 kWh | |
MPG City | 24 | 115 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 98 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.8 cu ft | 30.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3195 lbs | 4308 lbs |
Height | 65.2 in | 64.5 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 83.0 in |
Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 108.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1018 lbs | 981 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2200 lbs | |
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