All about electric Volkswagen vehicles
July 04 2023
A sneak peek of Volkswagen’s engagement toward an electric future
Since the launch of the TOGETHER 2025+ strategy, Volkswagen has double its efforts when it comes to its electric vehicle models, like with the arrival of its Modular Electric Drive Matrix (MEB) dedicated to electric Volkswagen vehicles, among other things. This platform can be used on several different types of electric vehicles, from small urban models to SUVs, and even vans!
There are also several new electric cars on the market, or about to be launched in a near future. Here is a sneak peek of what to expect with VW!
Current electric Volkswagen models
For the time being, the ID.4 is the only electric Volkswagen model that is available in North America. It is the manufacturer’s very first foray into the electric car segment.
Volkswagen ID.4
ID.4 Trim Levels
This electric Volkswagen is available in 3 different trim levels, at the following base prices:
- 4: $ 49,160
- 4 Pro: $ 53,160
- 4 Pro AWD: $ 58,160
Offering a stunning design, along with several different body color options, the ID.4 can be equipped with 19- or 20- inch wheels and boasts a beautiful LED lighting at the front and back, and a panoramic sunroof. You will enjoy climate control over 3- zones, heated front and rear seats, along with loads of on-board technologies and evolved safety features.
Depending on selected trim, the ID.4 offers between 201 and 295 horsepower; you will also have between 410 and 433 kilometers of electric range, in optimal conditions. Moreover, with a quick charging station, you can regain an 80 % charge in just 30 minutes. Are you in a hurry? Then you can add a 100 kilometer range to your ID.4 in just 10 minutes.
Finally, the ID.4 has a 2,700 pound towing capacity when equipped with all-wheel drive, along with 858 to 1,818 liters of cargo space.
Your Volkswagen Lauzon dealership in Blainville, close to Mirabel, tells you all you need to know about the 2023 ID.4, which is already at the top of the list for best electric cars in Quebec!
e-Golf — Pre-Owned Models Only
Manufactured up until the 2020 model year, the Volkswagen e-Golf was the very first electric Volkswagen, and its price range, which is under the $ 40,000 mark, seduced numerous buyers until it retired from the production lines in December 2020. It provides an electric range of up to 201 kilometers in optimal driving conditions. As for the rest, it offers the same features as a fuel Golf model. You can get your hands on an electric Golf on the pre-owned vehicle market. This is your chance to become part of the electric vehicle movement, at a fraction of the price!
Electric VW models, coming soon
Volkswagen ID.Buzz
ID.Buzz
Revealed on June 2nd, the North American Edition of the ID.Buzz is longer (about 25 centimeters more) than the model that sells in Europe, and reminds us of the original Microbus Type 1, by reclaiming some of its design elements for a truly successful retro style. Moreover, the powertrain provides you with 282 horsepower, which is 81 horsepower more than its European cousin. By opting for an all-wheel drive model, you will enjoy more power, 330 HP to be exact. Rear-wheel drive is the standard offered drivetrain.
The good news is that our version of the ID.Buzz will offer 2- to 3- rows of seats, for up to 7- passengers, compared to 5- on the other markets. It can also engulf up to 2,469 liters of cargo.
For the time being, we still do not have any official prices or features for the ID.Buzz. We will have to be patient for at least a few more months, before we can find out more about this model, due to arrive around the end of 2024.
ID.7
The ID.7 is an electric Volkswagen car that boasts a stunning fastback style silhouette that is sure to get noticed on the roads! Moreover, this midsize sedan offers a spacious and high-end interior that can welcome up to 5- passengers, and will provide everyone with remarkable levels of comfort, without forgetting all of the latest cutting-edge technologies.
The Volkswagen ID.7 will be equipped with an all-new powertrain with 282 horsepower and 402 lb-ft. maximum torque; it will come with a rear-wheel drive drivetrain, although there is a chance that a more powerful model with an all-wheel drive drivetrain might be offered later on.
Volkswagen ID.7
According to the currently available data, the ID.7 will offer an electric range of close to 500 kilometers (615 kilometers on the WLTP European cycle).
The ID family, across the rest of the world
First revealed in March 2023, the Volkswagen ID.2 should be commercialized in 2025 and, according to Volkswagen, will offer an electric range of around 450 kilometers. Although no official prices have been revealed, this is a model that sells for under 25,000 Euros, and it compares to the Volkswagen Golf in terms of silhouette and dimensions.
You will also find the 2nd generation VW ID.3, a compact electric Volkswagen car that offers up to 557 kilometers of electric range and 204 horsepower.
Will these models cross the Atlantic and reach the North American market? We do not yet have any official information on the subject. However, what we know for sure, is that the list of electric vehicles sold by Volkswagen is sure to get longer over the course of the next few years!
VW Charging Infrastructure and Electric Range
The electric range offered by electric Volkswagen vehicles is presently around 400 kilometers, but the models that will begin to appear over the course of the next few years will push this limit higher, closer to 500 kilometers, as we can see on the already available VW European models and their specs. Moreover, it is possible to charge your electric Volkswagen on a level 2 or 3 station, or a 120 V domestic outlet. Obviously, charging times to fully charge your battery on your Volkswagen vehicle will depend on the type of charging station you are using:
- 120V: Up to 2 days
- 240V (level 2): Between 8 and 10 hours
- 400V and more (level 3): Around 30 minutes (9-10 km/minute)
Takeaway
To find out more about Volkswagen’s electric strategy for electric Volkswagen vehicles and the features they offer, or to pre-order an electric model, come and visit us at Volkswagen Lauzon in Blainville today!
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