Volkswagen introduced the ID.4 all-electric crossover SUV to the U.S. market in 2021. Since then, it’s been a leader in the segment, boasting an approachable price, excellent driving range and efficiency, and impressive interior space. The ID.4 received a major update for the 2023 model year, so we only expect a few refreshes and updates for 2024. We’ll review what we know about the yet-to-be-released Volkswagen ID.4 and answer FAQ about this pioneering vehicle.
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The love affair with the SUV continues at a torrid pace. Volkswagen is doing its part to keep passions high with the continued evolution of its Volkswagen Taos compact SUV. Introduced in 2018, the Taos is the fourth in the Volkswagen line of SUVs, joining the Atlas, Id.4, and the Tiguan. “Volkswagen has a compelling SUV on its hands,” the reviewers at Edmunds observed about the Taos. The team at Capistrano Volkswagen of San Juan Capistrano, California, has a selection of Taos SUVs that you can test drive today. Before you visit, we’ve put together an FAQ about the vehicle.
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You have picked out your new ride, and now you have to decide how to pay for it. If you are like the vast majority of people, you’re not likely to be paying in cash. Your choices come down to financing the car through a loan, where you own the car after the last payment or leasing it from the dealer, where you can return the vehicle after two or three years with no questions asked.
Leasing a car is a choice that many are making today because it provides practical and financial benefits. A car lease can help lower your monthly car payment, save on maintenance costs, limit your exposure to sales taxes, and protect you from the value-sapping effects of depreciation. The benefits of leasing are real and may be exactly what you need to bring home that car you really love.
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Here at Capistrano Volkswagen in San Juan Capistrano, CA, we know that there’s more to consider when buying a car than just its sticker price. Operating costs are a big deal for many people and for good reason. A relatively cheap car that’s a lemon and a gas guzzler doesn’t wind up being cheap in the long run. So, how do Volkswagen vehicle fair?
Are Volkswagen vehicles expensive to maintain? A new study weighs in.
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You’ve got a question. We’ve got an answer.
Is the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 RWD or AWD? Or both?
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Electric vehicles are really exciting! As with any other burgeoning technology, though, how to use and properly maintain EVs isn’t yet common knowledge. That’s where we come in. We’ve answered a few questions regarding EVs already and today we’re tackling another one:
Can I start my Volkswagen ID.4 while its charging?
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Many automakers nowadays include different driving modes on their vehicle. These modes can usually be switched between by stopping, putting your vehicle in park, and then pressing a button. However, it’s not always clear what those different drive modes change.
Let us help. Here’s what the drive mode selector in your vehicle actually does, using Volkswagen vehicles as our examples.
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The back up camera is a standard feature on almost every single vehicle nowadays, Volkswagen models included. However, it’s not exactly clear how to use them. Sure, it shows you what’s behind you. But why does the distance seem skewed? Why does things get so close so quickly on the display?
A lot of these questions can be answered by knowing how far the guidelines on a backup camera are. So let’s take a look.
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You’ve got a question. We’ve got the answer.
Does the 2020 Jetta have a manual or an automatic?
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The crossover market is insanely competitive. And for good reason. Crossovers blend the handling, drivability, and efficiency of a car with the practicality and utility of an SUV. That competitiveness is a doubled-edged sword. Every auto manufacturer loads features onto each crossover in hopes of enticing more buyers. Which leaves buyers to wade through all of the options, trying to figure out which vehicle comes with which features. Let us help.
Today, we’ll answer which powertrain and safety features are standard on the 2020 VW Tiguan.
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