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A few months ago, I was fortunate to score an ID4 1st Edition.
I made my deposit and waited..watched some limited videos and waited..around Dec 2020, I decided to check out Tesla’s 2021 Model Y.
While I waited and waited to get some sort of delivery date, I tried to understand the possibility of a trade value for my 2018 Honda Accord Touring (Excellent car - Honda did an incredible job with this) As I shopped around..I did more and more research related to range..software etc of various EVs.
The more I researched the ID4 vs Model Y, I gravitated to the Model Y. I picked up the Model Y Long Range (326 miles) in Feb 2021, due to a great offer from Carvana for my 2018 Accord Hybrid Touring.
As I did not cancel my VW order, I was able to test drive today. For the $7500 and 3 years free EV charging, VW has a great value proposition.
The Physical car is solid...the software / UI/UX - is from the 90s..really disappointed..and non intuitive. The interior space and storage space is inferior to the Model Y. In regards to range, 250 miles can put you in a bind..because if a vehicle is rated at 250, it is advised to only charge to 90%, due to battery stress.
The UI/UX responsiveness also appears to be an issue. I think the 80s called and want there UI/UX back
All in all, I am delighted I opted for the Model Y. It was a higher price but meets my needs. The ID4 is a solid physical vehicle. However, Tesla is ahead in software and features ..it will take a few iterations to get the VW to the model y’s
level.
caveat - I trust VW’s quality control more than Tesla. I like VWs stock for the past few months..I think they will do better..I just did not feel the ID4 1st.
Tesla’s longevity always makes me concerned, however after 4K miles, I am going to enjoy the vehicle and try to get past my concerns about longevity and quality. Wish me luck!
Helpful Apps:
-PlugShare
-GreenLots
-Evgo
-ChargePoint
-Electrify America
If you like camping, learn about how a TT-30 and NEMA 14-50 can be used to charge EVs.
lastly VERY IMPORTANT- Changing an EV required continuous current. PLEASE invest in higher quality home 220v outlet, if the ID4 can be charged from a dryer 220 outlet.
In regards to 110v charging, please purchase at least a 12 Guage extension cord..not the standard Christmas lights extension cord..you will start a fire.
If you plan to install a plug at home, use a higher quality plug..better than the standard dryer quality.
If you can specify the outlet to the electrician, without telling then it’s an EV, you may save. It appears the rates increase as soon as an electrician heEV or Tesla
best of luck as you take your own EV journey. Charging at home vs gasoline stops..is a pleasure.
Helpful Apps..although you have the 3 year charging, you need to know other options because you will not always be near the Electrify America sites.
-PlugShare
-GreenLots
-Evgo
-ChargePoint
-Electrify America
I made my deposit and waited..watched some limited videos and waited..around Dec 2020, I decided to check out Tesla’s 2021 Model Y.
While I waited and waited to get some sort of delivery date, I tried to understand the possibility of a trade value for my 2018 Honda Accord Touring (Excellent car - Honda did an incredible job with this) As I shopped around..I did more and more research related to range..software etc of various EVs.
The more I researched the ID4 vs Model Y, I gravitated to the Model Y. I picked up the Model Y Long Range (326 miles) in Feb 2021, due to a great offer from Carvana for my 2018 Accord Hybrid Touring.
As I did not cancel my VW order, I was able to test drive today. For the $7500 and 3 years free EV charging, VW has a great value proposition.
The Physical car is solid...the software / UI/UX - is from the 90s..really disappointed..and non intuitive. The interior space and storage space is inferior to the Model Y. In regards to range, 250 miles can put you in a bind..because if a vehicle is rated at 250, it is advised to only charge to 90%, due to battery stress.
The UI/UX responsiveness also appears to be an issue. I think the 80s called and want there UI/UX back
All in all, I am delighted I opted for the Model Y. It was a higher price but meets my needs. The ID4 is a solid physical vehicle. However, Tesla is ahead in software and features ..it will take a few iterations to get the VW to the model y’s
caveat - I trust VW’s quality control more than Tesla. I like VWs stock for the past few months..I think they will do better..I just did not feel the ID4 1st.
Tesla’s longevity always makes me concerned, however after 4K miles, I am going to enjoy the vehicle and try to get past my concerns about longevity and quality. Wish me luck!
Helpful Apps:
-PlugShare
-GreenLots
-Evgo
-ChargePoint
-Electrify America
If you like camping, learn about how a TT-30 and NEMA 14-50 can be used to charge EVs.
lastly VERY IMPORTANT- Changing an EV required continuous current. PLEASE invest in higher quality home 220v outlet, if the ID4 can be charged from a dryer 220 outlet.
In regards to 110v charging, please purchase at least a 12 Guage extension cord..not the standard Christmas lights extension cord..you will start a fire.
If you plan to install a plug at home, use a higher quality plug..better than the standard dryer quality.
If you can specify the outlet to the electrician, without telling then it’s an EV, you may save. It appears the rates increase as soon as an electrician heEV or Tesla
best of luck as you take your own EV journey. Charging at home vs gasoline stops..is a pleasure.
Helpful Apps..although you have the 3 year charging, you need to know other options because you will not always be near the Electrify America sites.
-PlugShare
-GreenLots
-Evgo
-ChargePoint
-Electrify America