- Volkswagen is reportedly gearing up to introduce the facelifted ID.3 and ID.4 next year.
- The models are slated to have ID.2-inspired styling and an updated interior.
- Powertrain updates are also expected, so look forward to more power and efficiency.
Volkswagen of America recently announced the 2026 ID.4 would benefit from a “mid-model-year change” that would see the electric crossover “receive additional features.” While that was a pretty cryptic hint about an update, we’re starting to learn more about the upcoming model.
Speaking to Autocar, Volkswagen’s board member for technical development indicated the ID.3 and ID.4 will get a facelift that brings them more in line with the ID.2. As part of the makeover, Kai Grünitz suggested we can expect a “lower and squatter stance.”
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The styling updates are said to continue inside, where we can expect an all-new interior. Details are hazy at the moment, but the publication said there will be a new dashboard and user interface.
Volkswagen is also slated to bring back physical switchgear including a round volume knob. As one insider noted, “If you develop something that works, and it has worked for years, there’s no reason to replace it.”
Powertrain details remain elusive, but electric vehicle technology has been advancing so it’s probably safe to assume there will be some updates. This could include more powerful and efficient motors as well as updated battery packs.
The facelifted ID.3 will reportedly debut in the second quarter of 2026, while the ID.4 will follow later that year. The publication also says the company is planning to introduce a Jeep Avenger rival, known as the ID.2X, at the upcoming Munich Motor Show.
