2022 Volkswagen ID.4 vs. Tesla Model Y

The competition among electric vehicles keeps growing on Bedford streets, which means more variety and a bigger range of price points, making EVs accessible to more drivers, not just the luxury market. But with European styling and engineering, Volkswagen has always been on the forefront of automotive technology, so how do 2022 VW ID.4 vs. Model Y by Tesla compare as mid-size SUVs? Take a look with Classic Volkswagen, then learn more about the VW ID.4.

Tesla Model Y vs. Volkswagen ID.4: Price and Trims

When you compare the 2022 ID.4 vs. Model Y, the first thing you’ll notice is a significant difference in prices. Namely that the VW ID.4 is accessible to far more drivers with its starting MSRP of $41,230*. Not surprisingly, the Tesla Model Y MSRP starts over $20,000 higher at $62,990. The VW ID.4 also offers one more trim level than the Tesla, which means you can attained levels of Tesla luxury at a fraction of the price.

Tesla Model Y vs. Volkswagen ID.4: Features

While Tesla is famous for cutting-edge technology features like autopilot mode, they come at a price. In the case of Full Self-Driving Capability, that price is an additional $12,000! But for the everyday features you want in a midsize SUV, the VW ID.4 more than delivers in the departments where you need it to do so. Here are some of the Volkswagen ID.4 features you’ll love:

• ID. Light: This light bar runs across the length of your dashboard, using visual and audio cues to alert you of everything from incoming calls to charging status.
• Intuitive Start: When your ID.4 senses your key fob is near, it will automatically wake up and cue up the 12-inch touchscreen for your convenience.
• IQ.DRIVE: This state-of-the-art driver assistance suite of safety features acts as a virtual copilot on the Willoughby and Chardon roads, including everything from Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) to Active Blind Spot Monitor

Tesla Model Y vs. Volkswagen ID.4: Charging

One of the most important factors you need to consider when choosing an EV for driving beyond Chardon is charging times. Both the VW ID.4 vs. Model Y offer impressive driving ranges, but your Volkswagen comes with three years of complimentary 30-minute charging sessions at Electrify America DC Charging Stations. And of course, both models offer a gasoline-free driving experience without emissions, oil changes, and stops at the gas station.

Test Drive a New EV Model with Classic Volkswagen

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