Large facelift for VW Id.4 and Id.5 moved to the end of 2026
von Constantin Hoffmann an Sep 27, 2024
Volkswagen is planning comprehensive innovations for his electrical SUVs Id.4 and Id.5, however, shifts the large facelift to the end 2026. The two models should be revised strongly both on the outside and in the interior in order to at least 2028 to remain competitive and attractive.
Original plans and current updates
Originally, the facelift was to take place next year, similar to the Id.3, who received a model maintenance four years after the start of sales last summer. The Id.4 and his sportier brother Id.5 have been produced for four years and received a technical upgrade in October last year. This included a new infotainment system and a more efficient engine for the rear-driven variants with 77 kWh battery, which increased the range by up to 17 kilometers. For the coming year there is also a larger software update on the version 5.4 planned.
Reasons for the shift
The shift of the facelift to the end of 2026 is not due to the current savings program at Volkswagen, but the scope of the planned measures. Chief of design Andreas Mindt And his team gave the SUVs a new, straightforward design that they optically closer to the coming ID.2 Moves closer and makes it appear more high quality. In view of this extensive revision, it makes little sense to make the modular electric kit (Meb) to develop into a "plus" version. Instead, the planned changes will be implemented with the current MEB by the end of 2026.
View of the future: SSP platform and "ID.Golf"
The extensive facelift should keep the models fresh up to at least 2028. Then the first vehicles should be on the new SSP platform (Scalable Systems Platform) come onto the market. This relies on a 800-Volt architecture For ultra -short loading times. The first beneficiary of this platform is expected to be the successor of the VW ID.3 be internally as "Id.golf" designated.
Significant improvements inside and outside
Insiders report significant changes in the interior. The cockpit receives a significant upgrading, the dashboard is sufficient for the A-pillar around and almost seamlessly turns into the door panels. The Infotainment system is completely redesigned and the drive train is optimized for more dynamics and reach. New Battery cells should also ensure improved performance.
A company spokesman emphasizes: "This will be a big leap like from Golf V to Golf VI." Volkswagen thus emphasizes the importance of this model maintenance for the future of the ID. Family.
Conclusion
The shift of the facelift for VW Id.4 and ID.5 at the end of 2026 enables Volkswagen to make more comprehensive and profound improvements. With the aim of keeping the models attractive up to at least 2028, VW relies on a new design, improved technology and high -quality interior. Customers can look forward to significant updates that make the electric SUVs fit for the future.
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