VW Id3 / Id4 / Id5 - New feature in Id Software 3.0 - Park Assist Plus

[@slyguyaction]

How great it must be to visit Wolfsburg and be amongst all that VW greatness. We love our ID.4 and are excited to see this software update. Thanks for sharing.

[@jf0314]

What an awesome feature. No ID.3, no Cupra...it sucks that the US is missing out on such a great car. Not to mention, it's 8months lead time for the ID.4 due to the ship fire. Thanks for the video!

[@nicodemenouillis422]

Congratulations on your quality work as usual ! But, i'm really disapointed... only for the cars with the new sensors ! What's exactly the "Whaooo" feature of the 3.0 software for the early adopters ? I'm waiting for your next video but for me, it's a hardware update not a software update !

[@lorenzmuller4000]

More range, better route planner, battery heating while charging, better (and faster) voice recognition and faster charging will be coming with the 3.0 update as well. Those features are way more important than a parking assistant in my opinion.

[@nicodemenouillis422]

@@lorenzmuller4000 Thanks for your reply ! Yes i agree with you ! And for me too, these evolutions are the most important. Indeed the parking functions are more gadgets. But from what i understand from chris's information, the developments around the battery are rather related to 2.4. So ... Wait And See ! ;)

[@rklauco]

This is amazing feature. Totally worth to consider ID.4 just for this.

[@hulk2891]

Yeah if you cant drive

[@rklauco]

@@hulk2891 Maybe not everyone wants to smash it all the time.

[@jordanmcclure6960]

You get a lot for your money if you buy the Volkswagen. I am excited for this feature.

[@tobiewolfen01]

So stoked to try this out! I back into my garage and always fear I'll hit one of the walls. Anxious to see how this handles that. 🤩

[@richardmorrow8048]

Must be nice to get all these updates. We have got 2.1 in the UK and have been told by VW that, You will get over the air updates after 2.1 we hope this helps.. Anybody else in the UK still waiting for the 2.3 over the air update ?

[@lorenzmuller4000]

You need to got to the dealership one more time to receive OTA updates. Version 2.4 makes your car fully OTA capable.

[@chrisweston9764]

This seems like the automotive version of clippy: "hey, it looks like you want to park. Would you like some help?" Lol

[@mikseinimikelpaa]

Finally some footage of a Kings Red Metallic ID.3

[@BatteryLife]

Beautiful isn't it?

[@mikseinimikelpaa]

@@BatteryLife yaas queen, mine is due week 47 but let's see😆

[@DrunkenAfro]

Early adopters should be rewarded, not punished. I can hear the disappointment in your voice. VW should retro fit for free to the customers that support them in those difficult times.

[@rogepoos]

100% agree I have a GTX max which is less than six months old Roger Southampton UK

[@kevinwalton4538]

Why.

[@BlackCountryLad]

Brilliant - hope it comes to the Enyaq with the software update.

[@BlackCountryLad]

Just ordered a VRs Coupe and it is not offered because of you guest it “Down to the chip shortage”

[@najinaji182]

I can already tell I will take advantage of this especially parking in the city . I love that they’re moving up with software updates , I know it’s bad to compare Tesla but right now that’s a top contender when it comes to EVs ; I am sure with more improvements they’ll increase in sales , overall appearance, and much more!

[@_kj2]

3:48 - park close as possible of course. I don't want to park as close as possible to another car. That's asking for dings and scratches. Auto park functions are cool, but look at how long it take. A human can do this so much faster.

[@libks]

Yes, It is so slow. It Will Be interesting of you are able to get out to the car, and let parking Itself. The same thing on the "Memory Park" when you are coming home :)

[@shemmo]

tell it to my partner :D the speed and way of parking is not always the best

[@dirkschulte3494]

I think the parking-assist is only in the second case (cars in line) usefull.

[@jurgensauter88]

Automatic parking is something that I have in my 40.000€ e-Golf since 5 years and that I now most obviously will never get in my 50.000€ ID. 3 1st "Max". 😧 Thus VW is proofing (again) that the e-Golf is the better ID. 3! ☺

[@CrankyOldNerd]

can't help but feel like being trolled by VW for being the early adopter and not buying a Tesla Model 3 instead. OTA updates are useless if you need a whole new car to take advantage of the feature. They didn't learn anything from Tesla's success. Should have had those sensors there to begin with and enabled them via OTA. Instead if the software ever comes out it won't do anything but add features you can't take advantage of. Pretty disappointing. (ID.4 Pro S Gradient RWD in the US Owner)

[@MG_Steve]

Yeah, they should at least offer a retro fit option. Fine, it wouldn't be cheap, but at least there would be an option.

[@ValdisPlays]

To be useful it has to be a lot faster in my opinion :-) - Could manual park in half the time it takes Park Assist Plus to do it

[@BatteryLife]

No, only full way

[@ValdisPlays]

@@BatteryLife Will not be an issue for me either since I have an ID.3 1st max - No sensors for this feature.

[@computerbob06]

I do hope you can set the distance between your car and the car in front/behind? In the demonstration, it left a huge gap to the rear and hardly anything to the front. What if the driver of the rear car pulls away (at some point) and is replaced by another car who's driver parks to your rear? Virtually no room to manoeuvre!

[@BatteryLife]

It does as close to the front as possible. So you can get out but leave space.

[@sifoonytube]

I would understand benefit of these features if I could exit vehicle and it would park itself. But waiting inside until it parks slower than I would... What is the benefit?

[@BatteryLife]

I don't need it either.

[@jkajolin]

Well if you have tight spot where you need careful manuvering. Those examples are not really realistic unless you dont have any idea howto reverse your car

[@sifoonytube]

@@jkajolin Well it depends if this system is able to park in tight spots. This was a demonstration, where they put generous spaces so it is guaranteed that it will park correctly.

[@jkajolin]

@@sifoonytube yes might be

[@BeertjeRulez]

The big question is, what happens if the side sensors get retrofitted. Kufatec claims they are able to add them (the missing side sensors on the 1st editons).

[@BatteryLife]

No idea. Maybe other hardware is needed too

[@RajkumarSE]

Amazing feature! This is the first video on the internet. How do I know if I have side sensors in my car! I think I have the same id3 like yours.

[@BatteryLife]

I posted a picture

@@BatteryLife sorry for stupid question, but where did you post the picture?

[@JohnyForElectric]

Great video as always, thank you. ...the US ID.4 is missing the side sensors as well - so it seems that these two features are not currently for the US ether... So don't be sad, it's not just your early ID.3... Unless the 4 missing sensors be retrofitted?

[@BatteryLife]

Doubt it

[@GordieK]

I imagine it would need a whole new wiring loom for that ...I'd be surprised ...

[@JohnyForElectric]

@@GordieK Yes, correct, 4 sensors, additional wiring and new Park Assist control unit. This mod is relatively well know in the retrofitting world - so called 8k to 12k upgrade (8 to 12 sensors). Check Kufatec www.kufatec.com/en/volkswagen/id4/vw-id4-e21/complete-set-park-assist-for-vw-id4-e21-45799

[@jamesbutler606]

Had the system in my old golf - for me, pointless gimmick - if you are bad at parking, go to car parks regularly then brilliant idea, I found it considerably slower and more time consuming than just doing it myself.

[@NicoSteinacker]

The only hard thing is if you dont know the car and cannot see the corners. Thats why I love 360* cameras - and with those I dont need any further assistance. They should focus on the charging experience and route planning.

[@vidarandersen4585]

It looks like 3.0 is a big update for those who have a full spec car to begin with? Those who have travel assist, park assist and so on? For vehicles without these specs the update is a rather small one?

[@lorenzmuller4000]

Faster charging, new routeplanner, more range (especially in winter), faster infotainment and battery preconditioning while charging is not a small update in my opinion.

[@geenicoll2920]

Very cool.

[@dirkschulte3494]

I think, the memory function is just a showcase. When i arrive my home it will be faster, when I drive my self.

[@marcradermacher6244]

Recording the driver is nice idea, but people who would use this feature aren't the ones who should be recorded driving in the first place. A way to optimize the recorded path would be a great addition to this feature.

[@curranhouse]

Wow, i had no idea! this is amazing!

[@romulustong]

Thanks so much for your video, which was very nice and informative. You mentioned the new software, 3.0, update; will the ID.4 get the same update, and will ID.4 get the Park Assist Plus with memory, as well? Thanks!

[@BatteryLife]

All yes.

[@mtp03gm]

Great video….eagerly waiting for our id4 to be delivered. Do you know if side sensor is part of an extra package or default on all newer id4 cars. Thanks

[@BatteryLife]

I am not sure, sorry.

[@osamamuhammad1384]

I collected mine today. But software is 2.3.0 so no park assist. But i think build week 51 onwards have everything in place just needs software update

[@marcradermacher6244]

Well this is what I really need with my ID.3 and won't get with the "early" model. I will probably lease a different car soon just to get something like this.

[@catalicos]

Cool. Now it just has to do it by itself, without the driver, and it will be worth it.

[@lechiffre5452]

Nice feature. But during the time i need to press the options and scenarios i parked in manually three times ...

[@BatteryLife]

Correct. I guess it only helps some people who have a problem with parking. Or if the spot is too small for your ability.

[@jqwertz]

I love to use this feature in my 2017 Golf 7! Unbelievable how they could dare to not implement it in a nice and new car until now...

[@computerbob06]

I watched a guy years ago demonstrating this in his Golf R! All that power and still the finesse to park itself! How it took VW so long to integrate it into the ID range is beyond me?

[@davidkinsella]

My 2017 Golf has it too, it works very well but I don't need it often. The extra parking sensors are nice though!

[@KangasAri]

@@computerbob06 If only that was the only cause to wonder. It's also hard to understand why the phone app is so bare bones when they already had a ready one with plenty of features. They had a working steering wheel, but opted to go with the horrible touch buttons in the ID line. They added lighting to ALMOST all buttons, but of course not the ones under the touch screen - good luck guessing where to push in the dark. Plus they are so close to the touch screen you almost always accidentally hit one or the other while trying to access the screen. EVERY SINGLE ONE of these is done better in a Golf. So why re-invent the wheel? And why make it even worse?

[@ronb4633]

Sadly the old 2020 Taycans don’t get this feature either Chris 😞

[@otm205]

I wish that red color had been available when I bought my ID.3. I would propably have invested on it rather than taken the Moonstone that I have now.

[@enyaq007]

Moonstone looks far better

[@yodamester10]

2015 Golf GTE parked at the touch of a button :)

[@bjornmu]

My ID.3 was produced in Sep 21 and doesn't see to have those side sensors. :-(

[@shemmo]

How do i know if my car is capable to have that feature enabled? I have ID.3 1st MAX with HUD and AR (higher trim)

[@marc3801]

If your car has side parking sensors in the front and back the Feature will be compatible with your car as these sensors are necessary for these maneuvers

[@shemmo]

@@marc3801 will check today if there are any sensors on the side

[@BatteryLife]

First edition does not have the sensors

[@Bolerophon]

The last feature should be default at all times, so like the 6-series BMW which continually remembers last 50 meters. Idea there is that you can always reverse out of the spot where you're, lets say a tight parking garage where you have to manoeuvre out

[@BatteryLife]

It is default

[@MrCarlesabarca]

Is there any chance VW offers an official hardware upgrade for our humble ID.3 first editions? This is one of these occasions when being a pioneer sucks...

[@BatteryLife]

Doubt it

[@KangasAri]

They have confirmed already there will be no hardware updates for any of the current cars. Either you have the sensors or you're f***ed.

[@420970a]

Very exciting. Does this feature need to have 360 view? Will this feature be available in US models too?

[@BatteryLife]

Side sensors needed

[@stevewalls1575]

@@BatteryLife I have 360 View and no side sensors on my ID.3... cameras front, back and in wing mirrors

[@nickthorley1]

The memory parking, how accurate is that. Like your example, would it just drive in and reverse the same distance as previous and say completed or would it actually take note of things like parking bays and park you mm perfect. I understand it remembering the turns that occurred but you are unlikely to pull in on the exact spot and hence I would think unlikely to end on the exact spot. Ie you pull in 30 cm more right then before so you are likely to be 30 cm to the right of the bay you ended up reversed into - is that correct?

[@BatteryLife]

It will remember the distance to the various objects.

[@iljas]

My Peugeot 308 does the the same since 2015, what so wow about it? Cumbersome gimmick feature nobody use in real life

[@DaraM73]

Perhaps make a video of where the [missing] sensors should be?

[@BatteryLife]

I posted a picture

[@dirkschulte3494]

He showed it in his last video yesterday.

[@thomasfrank9174]

Seems those new features won't help much with tight parking spaces in garages. Well maybe that becomes a function in a later release. At least judging from the demo the features will help inexperienced drivers. Hope I can eventually test it myself when my car gets finally produced. 😩

[@osamamuhammad1384]

Which side sensors? Are these the one at the bottom of headlights in the black trim? And on the back next to the reflectors? Thanks

[@BatteryLife]

There are right at the tires.

[@brendonxfx]

I have an ID3 Life Pro Performance on order. It's going to be a 2022 model. Will this version of the car have this once it gets update 3.0 (but I suspect the software will be out before I actually get the car. Current delivery estimate is August. But it's been pushed back twice already.

[@BatteryLife]

If the car is being built right now, it will have 3.0 on it. But you need to have ordered the Assist Package to use this feature.

[@brendonxfx]

@@BatteryLife mine is a lease order not straight from VW. I think the assistance pack came as part of a promotion when I ordered. I'll wait and see. Hopefully it will be no later than August as I can't wait to get it. My van is costing me too much in fuel 😂

[@brendonxfx]

Just checked. Mine comes with the Assistance Pack (not the assistance plus)

[@ianvankirk8820]

Anyone knows how the remembered parking feature works without lines? I have a drive way that’s wide enough for 4 cars (it’s connected with my neighbors). I’m wondering if it would remember “my spot” by simply using the edge of the driveway as a guide.

[@BatteryLife]

Use the memory function

[@CoxJul]

Where would the side sensors be on a UK spec ID.4 1st Edition? I suspect I don't have them...

[@BatteryLife]

I posted a picture

[@northwestevownersgroup1511]

I’m guessing my ID.4 Pure Life won’t get these features with it being the base spec.

[@anonymoose2685]

I can park smoother than that. Has a long way to go.

[@johannesskavnes8948]

Witch model does have this self parking mode. I can’t find it in my car Id 3 pro 150kw plus variant

[@BatteryLife]

First you don't have the software yet and you need the side sensors very close to the tires.

[@robhallam8047]

Awesome

[@namanverdu]

Ioniq 5 can do the same but it can also park itself after you get out, with the remote. Is that an option on the ID cars?

[@BatteryLife]

No, only when you are in. And Ioniq 5 can move forward or in reverse but not park sideways when you are not in the car ;)

[@roelvrenker358]

Is this update only for the id3, 4 and 5 or will it also be available for the uther members of the company like the cupra born?

[@BatteryLife]

At some point with less features.

[@KangasAri]

Hugely disappointed at a basic feature being limited only to cars not yet built. And the ones that have are already obsolete after less than a year of existence. At the same time other VW dinos have this feature and have had it for ages. eGolf, too. The same thing with the WeConnect ID with it's single feature, turning on heating remotely. I thought I made a good choice going for VW instead of Tesla. Regretting it now. Now I just need to find someone to buy my maxed out ID.3 so I can get a Model Y. Oh well. Lesson learned.

[@aleksandernordal4145]

How do we know how we have the right sensor? Do we have some kind of assist ++ or what? Thanks .

[@BatteryLife]

I posted a picture

[@alaaelnaggar401]

Nice video thanks. I have my id4 pure plus 2022 my question is autoparking function possible for my car, Chinese version. Thanks

[@BatteryLife]

If you have the sensors then yes

[@danpadure]

Audi A3 e-tron had this feature since 2015

[@BatteryLife]

Many VW have that feature for a while ;)

[@HirOinEvOl1]

too bad, a lot of new features but you need the right sensors or components in your car... I have the business edition (french one) and those features will not be enabled for me :(

[@Algol40]

Important question. I ordered my ID3 in Sep 21. I believe my car is still under construction. Do I get this side sensors? Probably not. :(

[@BatteryLife]

I don't know. But I think so

[@SoooClassic]

I have an ID.3 Life pro performance that was delivered to me this month, will my ID support this feature when the update is released?

[@BatteryLife]

Does it have sensors close to the tires?

[@SoooClassic]

@@BatteryLife I can’t really tell, when I drive however on the drivers display it will show cars who are next to me on the graphic

[@SoooClassic]

@@BatteryLife it doesn’t have a rear camera if that helps

[@ninariislundstrm1726]

Will this park assist work with 1st Max pro performance?

[@BatteryLife]

No

[@blummiiii]

Do you have picture those new seat on id3 and what you think is it nicer looking interior than yours.

[@BatteryLife]

I did not notice a difference

[@blummiiii]

@@BatteryLife ok thanks.

[@o00scorpion00o]

2021 models already outdated, thanks VW, I can't believe that for the sake of a few sensors that this feature is not possible for current owners.

[@rolanddeblauwe4693]

I have an ID 4 performance from 2021 and recently had an update to 3.2, the car is full option, I cannot find the parking function park assist anywhere, what am I doing wrong?

[@Evertb1]

I am not impressed with a software update with a function without any meaning to me as an early ID.3 buyer. I would be more impressed when VW put some effort to add functionality to the (very) crappy "we connect ID" app. I am waiting for more then a year now. VW: a software company they are not.

[@romulustong]

I have an emergency safety question. If the ID4 lost power, and the battery was out, we were inside the locked car, and the infotainment center was not functioning, how to open the doors manually to exit the car? Can the ID4 doors be operated manually?

[@BatteryLife]

Sorry, I don't know. Manual?

[@rko9887]

will the park assist plus function in the id.3 without the back camera?

[@BatteryLife]

As far as I know the side sensors are the important thing

[@tubeonmobil]

Do you think you can get the sensor after fitting for park assist

[@BatteryLife]

Maybe there is more to it than just the sensors.

[@rballaus]

Hallo 🙋‍♂️ Battey Life frage wann genau wird das 2.4 in Werkstatt gemacht?

[@BatteryLife]

Weiß ich nicht. Hab ein Video darüber gemacht.

[@laatu1234]

Can the park assist plus be upgraded to park assist plus with memory function? I have only the plus without memory.

[@merC3nary]

Can we retrofit those sensors to get this function ?

[@BatteryLife]

Not that I know of

[@BeertjeRulez]

Kufatec claims they can add those in the same way as if it came from the factory.

[@abraxastulammo9940]

Did they say how much more range can be expected with 3.x?

[@BatteryLife]

No change, except winter because of battery heater

[@iconfuez6538]

Will my ID.3 Pro with Assistant Pack Plus have this feature?

[@BatteryLife]

Sorry, I don't know.

[@mohammadnabulsi937]

Hi Chris. Do you what the minimum garage size when this feature can be used? My usable garage space is approx. 230cm x 450cm, with the door opening 210cm wide. I wonder if I will be able to use this feature. I am waiting for a Family Pro. Thanks

[@BatteryLife]

No, it won't work. I think it has to be 50 or more cm. There was a video from VW once, that explained it.

[@adrianlinares9632]

Are these funtions for the 2022 ID4 RWD pro-s? i am in Florida.

[@BatteryLife]

Side sensors needed

[@adrianlinares9632]

@@BatteryLife So in a sence this does not even apply to any ID4'S in the united states? The ID4 PRO-S model 2022 does not have side sensors? What exactly will the ID4'S in the US get then in 3.0?

[@The-Salty-Bager]

My four year old merc has this it’s took vw a while to catch up

[@BatteryLife]

Has nothing to do with catching up. Other VW have that too. It needed to be integrated in a new system and software structure. But it took a long time.

[@TheWlarsong]

Will this be on USA ID.4? We don't have the 360 degree camera.

[@BatteryLife]

You need the sensors on the side

[@aleksandernordal4145]

So , how do we know if we have the sensors? Find it out?

[@TheWlarsong]

@@BatteryLife just checked. I only have 1 set of sensors no side sensors. Not cool. Oh well.

[@nunesstr30]

Does it only work with ids that have a camera? in my case it has only sensors

[@BatteryLife]

Only sensors

[@sifoonytube]

You need "Assist plus packet". If you don't have camera, you don't have even "Assist packet", so no, it wont.

[@bloodnir]

Is it for all types of ID 3 ?

[@BatteryLife]

If you have the sensors, yes

[@agb90spruce]

I don't like that steering is done while stationary.

[@BatteryLife]

Don't worry. VW is very conservative. If it would be bad for the tires, they would not allow it.

[@agb90spruce]

@@BatteryLife It's not the tires I'm concerned with ... it's the steering gear. I have always been told to always be slowly moving forward or backward when making turns since cranking the steering wheel while stationary puts major strain on the steering components, and on a heavy car like an ID.4 will be even worse.

[@saadesam8743]

How can I know if my car has a sideways sensors or not before upgrade to this version?

[@BatteryLife]

You have to order the park assist package. The sensors are beside the wheels

[@oykkh29]

Hi chris. Can it remote park with the app?

[@BatteryLife]

No

[@michaelnielsen8228]

Will park assist plus be availble on ID 3 pro S with assistent package and software 3.0

[@michaelnielsen8228]

And software package 3.0

[@BatteryLife]

If the car is build right now, yes.

[@davidbateman2971]

Can old id3 get side sensors retro fited?

[@BatteryLife]

No

[@contraplano3157]

how plus it costs?

[@pavelsunny1]

This is totally useless. Nobody will let the car park for 60-70 seconds

[@DaraM73]

1st edition buyers of id3 & 4 get Volkswagen shade.

[@jkajolin]

Hmm I think 1st id4 max has area view. Its only id.3 which got it last year

[@bonnaud_dowell]

Do you have to be in the car ?

[@bmallory]

I think a few years ago some guy made a video jumping out of the window of his BMW I3 which had an auto park feature also. They probably implemented a "butt sensor" since then

[@BatteryLife]

Yes!

[@bonnaud_dowell]

@@BatteryLife OK. thanks. I was thinking it would have been good to park into my garage - which is too narrow to get out from the driver's side (I have to crawl over via the passenger seat).

[@CoxJul]

@@bonnaud_dowell But how would you get it back out? ;-)

[@AdrianBlaga]

For free?

[@BatteryLife]

Yes

[@sifoonytube]

For free... if you paid for it while purchasing vehicle. It is not standard feature all ID.3s have.

[@enyaq007]

@@BatteryLife i have id3 max built june 2021.four sensor in front and four in back.i have travel assist and use every day.done 20k in 7 month.do i have these features

[@jerub9363]

@@enyaq007 kzbin.infoUgkxjX52MfPItxjFsmcsUolQcMc2m8lWC18f shows where the sensors have to be

[@VikingExplores]

Nothing new to be amaze of my 2020 Mercedes a class does this already

[@BatteryLife]

Nobody said it is new.

[@spout514]

How we can identify theses sensors ?

[@spout514]

I just see your post about it ! sorry ... No side-sensors for Canadien version of the ID.4... My ID.4 produced at 43e week of 2021... ;-(

[@maesc2001]

This looks awkward; like an old confused driver trying to park 😮

[@knogmackannr1231]

This is worthless a worthless update. The disappointment is real. I wont buy a ”promise” of future updates ever again. Owned the car for almost a year and now WHOOA, they are relesing the new update 2.4 that really should be a damn silent fix. How about 3.0? Is really second half of ’22 a ”when”? Besides it seems that most of us will only be enjoying seeing the % of battery since were early adopters and hoping for the higher charge speed to be applicable