Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance EV charger: Which one is the best fit?
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance charges at home through a Type 2 connection, with a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW on a single phase. This is important when choosing your EV charger: this version will never charge faster than 7.2 kW using a standard home charger, even when connected to an 11 or 22 kW charger. Would you like to learn more about the other versions? View our overview of Volkswagen EV chargers.
For the Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance, we recommend an EV charger from our range of 11 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 52 kWh net (55 kWh gross) |
| Maximum AC charging power at home | 7.2 kW (single-phase) |
| Range (WLTP) | 345 km |
| Charging time with a 7.4 kW EV charger | approx. 7 hours |
| Charging connector | Type 2 |
Which EV charger is suitable for the Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance?
Because this ID.4 charges on a single phase, you can already achieve its maximum charging power of 7.2 kW with a 7.4 kW EV charger. An 11 or 22 kW EV charger will work as well, but the car will never draw more than 7.2 kW. You should therefore choose primarily based on smart functions rather than additional charging power. Most of the EV chargers recommended below have an integrated MID meter. This enables accurate and certified registration of the charged kilowatt-hours. It is particularly useful when charging costs must be reimbursed by an employer or leasing company or recorded for business purposes. In the Netherlands, a MID meter may also be required for ERE registration. The ERE scheme applies exclusively in the Netherlands and is not available in other countries.
| Situation | Recommended EV charger | MID meter | Why? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard home charging | Easee Charge Max | Yes | A compact and intelligent EV charger with app control, optional dynamic load balancing and an integrated MID meter. On a single-phase connection, it can provide the ID.4 Pure Performance with its maximum charging power. |
| Business use or ERE registration in the Netherlands | Easee Charge Pro | Yes | The integrated MID meter enables certified consumption registration and business reimbursement of charging sessions. In the Netherlands, the charger may also be used for ERE registration. The ERE scheme does not apply outside the Netherlands. |
| Budget option without a MID meter | Easee Charge Lite | No | An affordable entry-level model for standard home charging. Without a MID meter, it is less suitable for certified consumption registration, business reimbursement or ERE registration in the Netherlands. |
View all 11 kW EV chargers or an EV charger with a MID meter in our range. The ID.4 has a Type 2 connection. With an EV charger that has a fixed charging cable, you do not need a separate cable at home. When using an EV charger with a socket, you use a separate Type 2 charging cable.
How long does it take to charge the Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance?
You can calculate the charging time by dividing the usable battery capacity by the charging power. With a 52 kWh battery and an AC charging power of 7.2 kW, a complete charging session takes approximately seven hours. With a 3.7 kW EV charger, it takes almost twice as long, at around 14 hours. This is not a problem for most drivers: you charge the car overnight and leave the following morning with a full battery and a WLTP range of approximately 345 km.
Other versions of the Volkswagen ID.4
Wallbox Discounter also provides EV charger information for the other versions of the ID.4:
- Volkswagen ID.4 Pure
- Volkswagen ID.4 Pro Performance – larger battery and faster AC charging
- Volkswagen ID.4 1st
- Volkswagen ID.4 GTX
Frequently asked questions
Does the ID.4 Pure Performance require a three-phase connection?
No. This version charges on a single phase at a maximum of 7.2 kW. A three-phase connection in your fuse box will not increase the charging speed of this car because its onboard charger only uses one phase. A 7.4 kW EV charger connected to a sufficiently protected single-phase circuit is therefore already sufficient.
Why is a MID meter important for my ID.4?
A MID meter is a certified kWh meter that accurately and verifiably records your charging consumption. It allows you to claim reimbursement for charging sessions from your employer or leasing company and reliably document electricity used for business charging. In the Netherlands, a MID meter may also be required for ERE registration. The ERE scheme applies exclusively in the Netherlands. We always recommend having the connection installed by a certified installer, as this is safer and may be important for your insurance coverage. Also view our options for an EV charger including installation.