2024 Ford Expedition vs. 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Expedition

2024 Ford
Expedition

MSRP*: $54,660 to $83,800
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4

2024 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $39,735 to $57,055
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MPG - City 16 - 17 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 19 - 23 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 104.6 ft3 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 380-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 282-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 380 - 440 hp 201 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 6,000 lbs 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 210.0 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 79.9 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 40.0 in
Front 40.6 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 38.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Expedition than in the Volkswagen ID.4. The Ford Expedition will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford Expedition will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen ID.4, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Expedition is much wider than the Volkswagen ID.4, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Ford Expedition, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen ID.4.

Handling
The Ford Expedition has a significantly larger turning radius than the Volkswagen ID.4, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Expedition is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen ID.4 for pulling heavy loads. The Ford Expedition has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford Expedition does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Ford Expedition more than the Volkswagen ID.4, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Ford Expedition, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen ID.4.