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Volkswagen unveils electric Tiguan to replace ID.4

Volkswagen is phasing out its ID.4 electric SUV and will bring in a new model called the ID.Tiguan in early 2027 for Europe, with the U.S. to follow. The move puts a well-known name on its electric crossover, meant to make things less confusing for buyers. Both sources say the design resembles the gasoline Tiguan, with updated physical controls and VW’s latest Android-based operating system.

Why it mattersVolkswagen is betting that familiar model names will boost electric car sales, which carmakers are struggling to grow. Standardizing controls and software could help avoid the complaints that dogged earlier VW EVs.

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The VergeVolkswagen replaces ID.4 with all-electric Tiguan3:43 PM →CNETVW Previews ID Tiguan Electric SUV to Replace ID 4 in 20278:51 PM →
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