2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. 2021 Volkswagen ID.4
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4.
When we compare the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV's and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV's and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better car than the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV.
Pricing: A used 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV ranges from $14,549 to $22,986 while a used 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is priced between $22,500 to $31,999.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV loses 57.6 percent of its value and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 loses 54.1 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 base engine makes 201 horsepower. The Bolt EV is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 259 miles. The ID.4 is rated to deliver an average of 104 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 250 miles. This gives the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the Bolt EV is 10 hours (240V), while the charge time for the ID.4 is 8 hours (240V).
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, a electric SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV, a electric compact car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$36,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact Cars)
$33,805
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact Cars)
$31,670 - $36,500
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$39,995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
$41,445
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
$39,995 - $42,895
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$18,372
Price Range:
$14,549 - $22,986
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact Cars)
$19,205
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact Cars)
$18,372 - $20,483
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
217
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
30,050
# Good or Great Deals:
70
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,715
Price Range:
$22,500 - $31,999
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
$29,214
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
$26,715 - $31,713
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
383
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
34,472
# Good or Great Deals:
186
Chevrolet Bolt EV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen ID.4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
11.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Electric Compact Cars)
8.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Electric Compact Cars)
5.5 - 11.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Volkswagen ID.4
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact Cars)
3.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact Cars)
1.5 - 3.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
10.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
9.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
9.1 - 10.3
Chevrolet Bolt EV Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
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3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Volkswagen ID.4 Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 44Ranking
7 out of / 44Ranking
7 out of / 44Ranking
8 out of / 44Ranking
9 out of / 44Ranking
11 out of / 44Ranking
19 out of / 44Ranking
20 out of / 44Ranking
27 out of / 44Ranking
29 out of / 44Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV Trim Levels
LT, Premier
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Trim Levels
1st Edition, Pro, Pro S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp
Torque:
266 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
201 hp
Torque:
228 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
MPGe:
127 / 108 / 118
Range (city/hwy):
259 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
66 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
104 / 89 / 97
Range (city/hwy):
250 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
82 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
16.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
30.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3563 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
62.8 inches
Length:
164 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4517 lbs
Width:
72.9 inches
Height:
64.4 inches
Length:
180.5 inches
Wheelbase:
108.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Mosaic Black Metallic
Blue
Kinetic Blue Metallic / Oasis Blue
Gray
Nightfall Gray Metallic / Slate Gray Metallic
Orange
Cayenne Orange Metallic
Red
Cajun Red Tintcoat
White
Summit White
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Not available
Gray
Moonstone Gray
Orange
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Glacier White Metallic
Silver
Scale Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Gray
Dark Galvanized/Sky Cool Gray
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Not available
Black
Black