by Planned Name Change and Update for the Electric Crossover
The Volkswagen company is preparing a significant update for its ID.4 electric crossover. According to new reports, the model will not only receive a facelift but will also be renamed to the ID. Tiguan. This step is part of the brand’s overall strategy to move away from digital designations in favor of familiar and recognizable names like Polo or Up.
Official Sources and External Changes
The information about the renaming came during a press conference by the German trade union association IG Metall, making this information quite reliable, although official confirmation from Volkswagen has not yet been provided. Previously published spy photos have already shown a prototype with a seriously redesigned exterior: new doors, LED optics, bumpers, and a trunk lid. The overall outlines will remain recognizable, but the lines will become sharper, bringing the model closer to the design of the conventional Tiguan and the future ID. Cross.
This move perfectly aligns with VW’s recent decision to abandon cold digital names in favor of familiar badges.
Return of Physical Buttons and Interior Update
The changes will not only affect the exterior. The car’s interior is also expecting important updates. Volkswagen plans to correct some of its past mistakes in cabin design. The return of physical buttons is expected, including a separate volume control knob, as well as the use of higher-quality materials and a more laconic dashboard design.
The size of the touchscreen and digital instrument panel will likely increase. The updated software promises a smarter voice assistant. Overall, the interior will have much in common with the design of the new ID. Polo model.
Update of Technical Components and Batteries
The car’s technical base will also be modernized. The updated ID. Tiguan will likely be built on the refined MEB plus platform. This involves the use of new generations of battery cells, including batteries with LFP chemistry for some versions, which will improve efficiency and may increase the real-world range.
However, the onboard network voltage will remain at 400 volts, so a revolution in charging speed should not be expected. Updates to the powertrains will be moderate, as the base single-motor version already received 282 hp in 2024. Dual-motor modifications may receive a slight power increase. The main focus will be on comfort, build quality, and the attempt to make the electric Tiguan a natural alternative to its gasoline counterpart.
Model’s Future and Market Prospects
Production of the new ID. Tiguan will continue at the plant in Emden, Germany, at least until 2031. This indicates that Volkswagen sees great potential in this model. Such confidence has grounds, as the ID.4 was one of the few brand models whose sales in the USA last year did not fall but grew.
The renaming and deep update could become key steps for strengthening Volkswagen’s position in the competitive electric SUV market. Using the recognizable Tiguan name, associated with a successful model, should help buyers more easily accept the electric version. Together with interior improvements and technical changes, this could attract new customers who previously hesitated to switch to electric vehicles due to their “unfamiliarity.” The success of this strategy will largely depend on the final price, build quality, and how successfully new technologies can be integrated while preserving the driving experience familiar to drivers.
