1st edition (now sold out/no longer available for reservation) is a rear-wheel drive Pro with both available packages (Statement and Gradient) plus some 1st edition badging and unique white interior trim including a white steering wheel. It's MSRP was at a ~$1000 discount in comparison to purchasing a loaded Pro RWD

 

Actually it was $2000 discount! Interesting tact for a limited edition model but I think it was smart to start with highest battery capacity and give discount for initial deliveries to generate buzz

 

The top model Pro version cost around 45k and looks like it has the same features as the 1st edition one.

 

In addition to what others posted, the 1st edition is also supposed to have a tow hitch, and the pause and play pedals.

 

Pro 39,995 + 6,000= 45,995. 1st Edition 43,995 with some small extra?’s
Which equals 2,000 less. Unless dealer marks them up 3-5k which I heard is going to happen?

 

I got my order in for a 1st Edition. Another important (IMO) feature of these first runs if ID.4s is they will be manufactured in Germany, not Chattanooga, Tennessee, which comes online in 2022.

 

Yes, but AWD will not be available til then. Also a lesser expensive version too that gets around 200 mi full charge. It will be around 35k. The model year will be 2022 but will be out probably 3rd quarter of next year?

 

Great! I’m in an area where winters can be bad? But, I have an AWD new SUV if necessary. But yeah I don’t care about it! I reserved 1st Edition also.

 

With the $7500 fed tax credit & my trade, I figure my cost will be about 8K. Fortunately, since the Golf R is out of production until 22, the used values are actually coming up. Can’t wait!

 

Did you know that the tow hitch is retractable, probably like the Volvo XC40 Recharche!!!
Cool no?

 

I assume it is. I watched a YouTube video and they were using a 1st edition to demonstrate the retractable hitch.

 

Based on this article below. The Volkswagen ID.4 launches with a limited-run ID.4 1st Edition (MSRP $43,995). The 1st Edition models feature the same content as the Pro model, and Statement package (minus illuminated VW logo) and Gradient package come standard. These models also include unique features including accelerator and brake pedals with "play" and "pause" logos, the steering wheel and column, radio bezel and door island finished in Electric White, 1st Edition badging, black mirror caps, and a tow hitch.

https://www.netcarshow.com/volkswagen/2021-id.4_1st_edition/

 

@mryflyguy , can you share a link to the video showing the retractable hitch? I cannot seem to find it.

 

I looked but sure can’t locate it. It was a review with some dude doing a walk around. I think VW calls it a “foldable” hitch.

 

From the UK ID.4 page:

Does your hobby need extensive equipment? Do you have a lot to transport for work? No problem at all for the ID.4: the optional towing bracket is designed for loads up to 750 kg (unbraked) or 1,000 kg (braked). If you don’t need the towing bracket at the moment, you can fold it out of sight under the bumper in a few easy steps.

 

Only available with AWD?

 

US page:

With braked trailers:
RWD: 2,200
AWD: 2,700

Can the ID.4 tow?

Yes, when equipped with a factory installed tow hitch the 1st Edition of the ID.4 are rated to tow 2200 lbs. (with braked trailers) and all AWD versions of the ID.4 are rated to tow 2700 lbs. (with braked trailers).

*Maximum tow rating for braked trailer only when equipped with appropriate third-party trailer brake controller and factory-installed towing hitch. Vehicle load, other accessories, and options may reduce maximum towing capacity. See vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.

 

I just found this picture on my reservation page. Look close at the placement of the tow hitch

 

I just found this picture on my reservation page. Look close at the placement of the tow hitch

Wow. I just paid more attention to this now after my dealer confirmed that the hitch on the US model is in a fixed permanent position, and can't be tucked under the rear bumper like the European models.

If this render is accurate I find this really terrible, with no real attempt by VW to design the bumper for the US. It looks completely like an afterthought. I can't imagine a worse design. Again, if correct image, VW knows it looks horrible since all the 1st Edition review units up to this point have not included it.

 

Looks like we might be on hands and knees manually "folding" it.

 

Finally found a video which show how the tow hitch operate. It's a button next to the led lights inside the trunk (6 minutes into the video).

 

Thanks for the vidéo!
Same system than the Volvo XC40 Recharge.

 

You found it! Thanks, I know it’s included with the 1st Edition.

 

I'm not sure USA hitch will be the same as other markets. Like a lot of other things: HUD, matrix headlights, 3D tails, etc.

Screenshot from myVW owner's portal website:

 

You’re probably right. The rear valance is completely different. At l least it has one.

 

In the video, it shows a ball and seemingly no option to open the receiver something like a bicycle carrier (which would probably be a more common use than trailer in the US).

 

Yes, and wondering if there is a 4 pin electrical connector. A receiver is what we need.

 

Wow it does look ugly!