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The VW ID 4 continues to be Ireland’s most popular electric car, with nearly 3,000 sold in 2023 alone. According to figures from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry, 22,789 electric cars were registered in Ireland in 2023 which was an increase of 45% compared to 2022.
Volkswagen Ireland’s ID.4 was the best-selling Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) in the country last year with an impressive 1,432 registrations. This urban SUV is available to buy from €39,493 on the road with the use of grants.
What charger does the VW ID 4 use?
All VW electric cars come equipped with a Type 1, 120-volt charger, which works well for occasional or emergency use, but isn’t ideal to be charging your vehicle on the regular. Using this type of charger can be both costly and could take up to 50 hours to fully charge.
Typically, owners opt for purchasing a Type 2 charger, which speeds this process up considerably. The WV ID 4 is equipped with a Type 2 connector for charging, which can be used at home, work, or public charging points across the UK.
Can I charge the VW ID 4 at home?
Because the VW ID 4 uses a Type 2 charger, it can easily be charged at home. The zappi is compatible with the WV ID 4 providing three levels of charging based on your unique requirements and schedule.
You can choose from eco, eco+ and fast charging to ensure your VW ID 4 is charged to the right level as and when you need it. Choosing zappi also gives you the flexibility to charge using energy from the grid or solar panels, and to control your charging from an app on your smartphone.
Fast charging will charge your car as quickly as possible, whereas eco-charging is best used overnight when the costs of electricity are typically lower and off-peak. This type of charging will take longer, but will ensure your car is ready to go come the morning and save you money in the process!
Where is the charging port on the VW ID 4?
The VW ID 4 charging point is located on the back of the passenger side of the car. If you’re looking to install a home EV charger then you will need to be sure this will easily reach the location of your charging port on your electric car.
How much does it cost to charge the VW ID 4?
The cost of charging any EV always depends on a number of factors. From the type of charger used, location, and setting used. For example, rapid charging will typically cost more than eco charging done off-peak.
However, if you’re looking to calculate the average cost of charging your VW ID 4 at home, this is around €24-€27 from empty to full based on average electric costs in Ireland.
What is the range on the VW ID 4?
The range on the VW ID 4 is one of the better ones of the EV range, topping 500km. Although range is dependent on many factors including weather and typical driving styles.
How long does it take to charge the VW ID 4?
The time it takes to charge the VW ID 4 is based on a number of different factors from the type of charger used to the location. Home chargers and public chargers for example, charge EV’s differently due to the kW of power.
Using a typical 7kW Type 2 charger at home the charge time is 7 and a half hours. This is a large contrast to using the Type 1 (3-pin) charger which comes with the vehicle on purchase, this can take between 36 and 50 hours to fully charge.
However, public charging stations found in car parks and service stations can power your battery using anywhere between 50 to 150kW meaning your charge time can be dramatically reduced in the ID 4 to between 30 and 60 minutes.
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