The ID.5 Electric SUV: What U.S. Drivers Can Expect

Volkswagen has announced that it is accepting orders for its ID.5 EV. This can be done by visiting the official Volkswagen website. (Important note: Ordering is only available to consumers in Europe and China since the ID.5 is not yet available in the United States.) It is uncertain when the ID.5 will join its little ID.4 brother here in the States, but Volkswagen will probably offer it in more markets. The ID.5 is very similar to the ID.4 in terms of exterior shape and design, but it does have some notable differences. According to Volkswagen, the ID.5 has 12mm less headroom for rear-seat passengers than the ID.4 because of its coupe-like style and low-arched roofline.    

The Pro and Pro Performance Trims

The ID.5 is equipped with a single 77kWh battery but with the help of its motors, it offers admirable performance, including:

• ID.5 Pro trim:

  Has a single 128kW (172hp) motor that powers the rear wheels

• ID.5 Pro Performance trim:

  Offers a 150kW (201hp) motor

• GTX trim:

  Comes with 220kW dual motors (equivalent to 295hp) and can accelerate from 0-60mph in about 6.6 seconds

In terms of range, the ID.5 Pro and Pro Performance can go for 323 miles before the battery drains completely while the GTX has a slightly lower 300-mile range. However, what differentiates the GTX trim from the other two is its maximum charging power of up to 150kW. It’s enough to add 60 miles of range in about six minutes at DC fast-charging stations or with an at-home charger with fast-charging capability.      

Connectivity and Over-the-Air Updates

Over-the-air updates will be implemented throughout the ID.5’s time on the market to ensure the vehicle software and infotainment features are always up-to-date. According to Klaus Zellmer, Volkswagen’s board of management member, the ID.5 provides customers with ID.Software 3.0, enabling improved charging capacity and voice control functions to ensure a quality driver’s experience.

Release Date, Pricing & Driving Range

The official launch of the ID.5 will take place at the end of 2021 in Europe and China, according to Ralf Brandstatter, CEO of Volkswagen. Other information suggests that the ID.5 will have a starting base price of €46,515 in Germany but pricing is subject to change based on region, market, and optional equipment. For the U.S. market, it would be close to $52,554 MSRP (Plus destination fee), and ¥335,142.11 for the Chinese market. Since the ID.5 is a fully electric vehicle, government tax credits may apply, reducing its price and making it more affordable for consumers on a budget.

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