VW ID.4 Infotainment Software Overview and Guide (Software Version 3.1.0) with Chapters

[@PedroBrandaodrums]

Just got my21 updated with the 3.1 and wow what a difference on the driving experience. Auto Hold is really good all it needs now it’s a one pedal drive than I’m settled. Really love my ID.4 no issues at wall.

[@theaverageev]

That is the general feel I’m getting from 21 owners. I’m glad that VW is finally making it right for you all. Hopefully they can move past their former issues and start regularly updating software to constantly improve the owner experience!

[@HansGyswyt]

Wow, I think I just learned so much more about my 2023 ID.4 than I learned at the dealer. I’m going to watch this a couple more times until my memory can retain this information...ha ha.

[@cindyblumenthal2021]

I have successfully set up some memory parking features for our ID.4. It took some repetition, but I finally got a parking location saved. I have been backing into our driveway and garage for a VERY long time (20+ years) and since the ID.4 will be using the spot my car used to occupy, I wanted my husband to have an easier time getting it lined up to get into the garage (tricky driveway). Basically, the car records the location and steering when below 40mi/hour and the last 50 m (164 ft). When you have reached the final location of your parking procedure (and, if I remember right, press park), it will ask if you want to save the parking spot. Alternatively (more complex) once parked, if you open the parking assist menu, you should be able to select the save a parking memory feature and hit the "+" button to add a spot. It is certainly not an easy process, but it does work nicely. As always keep on eye on it. We've had to take control a few times when it started going somewhere we did not want it to.

[@randomals]

Ok, I picked up my 2021 ID.4 this morning and had a chance to go through everything. Most notably, the infotainment system is not laggy at all, is totally responsive and the apple CarPlay works really well now. There’s more info in the screen above the steering wheel, the brake auto-hold works great and there’s a few more random features within the infotainment system like fast charging routing improvement (which I won’t use much as I have a home charger). My car did not have any main battery cell issues, but they did install the software for the 12v battery issue and replaced the 12v battery. All-in-all, from what I can tell so far, the 3.1 is a HUGE improvement over the old software.

[@theaverageev]

That’s awesome! Glad to hear that. Hopefully other 21 owners get the update so they can enjoy their vehicles again if they had issues.

[@randomals]

@@theaverageev if the 3.1 software was installed when the ‘21 came out, I can’t image any complaints at all about the software. I’m super happy with everything now.

[@theaverageev]

@@randomals hopefully they add preconditioning through an OTA when everyone is updated.

[@jfo9821]

I am a previous owner of a black on black 21 Pro S. I sold it because of software (too many problems) and the car app was a joke. How is the the car app now? Did your 2021 (after the 3.1 update) got the assisted lane change feature?

[@bbgreet98]

Thanks a bunch. Got my ID4 Pro yesterday. Your videos have been a great help to me.

[@theaverageev]

Thanks for watching!

[@chriscondon7074]

I have a 2021 ID.4 Pro S Gradient that I purchased Brand New 2/28/22 now 13 months later I have 69k miles , only disappointing thing is that still haven’t had the 3.1.0 update , mine is going in on this Coming Friday for 3 recalls and Updates , finally ! it will be great to see the difference in the driving experience, otherwise the car has been awesome , I love it , it’s a great car !

[@tekmantoo]

Good overview of the software. I'm still on 2.1 in my 2021 Id4 1st Edition, so if and when I get the update, it looks like I'll really enjoy it. Thanks.

[@theaverageev]

Thanks! I really hope they get the update out to you all. It’s a shame such a great product is overshadowed by such bad implementation of software and updates.

[@realev21]

This is a great video. All of yours are nice but this is the one I have been waiting for because of its NAV introduction. I am looking forward to your road trip using VW NAV. From an outsider perspective I don't yet understand why it is not the primary use NAV as it accounts for consumption and the route whereas your phone NAV's are operating in a sandbox. Nice work.

[@theaverageev]

Can’t wait to do that trip! Should be fun! Thanks for watching!

[@videoxyz24]

If you long press an icon in the swipe down menu (aka Control Center) you can replace the icons with a limited selection of different functions that will show up below.

[@carld3687]

thanks for video. Very helpful!!!

[@theaverageev]

Thanks for watching!!!

[@lowfuel6089]

Thanks for this video, it was quite informative. To me it looks functional but still sort of 2010-era UI design. My main concern though is how slow it looks, and how often it seems unresponsive to your input. Given this is the primary (if only) way to interact with the vehicle, I wish VW would spend a little more on better hardware.

[@fshepinc]

I just got the update for my ID.4 First Edition yesterday. I really appreciate the information/overview. Unfortunately, for me the update introduced a lot of screen lag that wasn't there before. I wasn't prepared for all the changes to the interface -esp. swiping the screen to move between songs in a playlist. Another one is that if you have a lot of songs in a playlist and you're scrolling through them while driving the system bumps you out and tells you to pay more attention to the road! I also now get an orange bar of light centered in the ID.4 light. I don't know why it pops up (kind of like the red warning light if you weren't braking quickly enough?) Anyway -I'd love an in-depth look at the music system. I play almost exclusively from USB sticks, and the navigation has changed. Thanks!!

[@theaverageev]

Thanks for watching! That is unfortunate that it is so laggy on the 21! The orange bar means to pay attention. A safety feature when you are in using the infotainment for too long while driving! I can certainly look into the music. Additionally, I have a road-trip video where I review the navigation! You should give that a look! It’s better than before! Still just ok though, not amazing unfortunately!

[@fshepinc]

Thanks -I'll check it out. :)

[@btc76]

My Europe Finland 2021 ID4 (1st edition Max) is now getting SW 3.2 installed :)

[@theaverageev]

Nice!!!

[@btc76]

@@theaverageev it's been a long time waiting.. finally 3.2 is out, let's hope everyone gets it soon :)

[@socraticgambler]

Really appreciate this. Thanks!

[@theaverageev]

Thanks for watching!

[@MrVeeBlog]

Lots of good info. Thanks for the video

[@CurtisTheFlyer]

Well Done! Thank you. Maybe a vid on friver assist in the future?

[@theaverageev]

Here is a link for my IQ drove video! I also have a video showing park assist on my channel. Thanks for watching! kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5mUkGOiibyqZ7M

[@poxcr]

12:30 Battery care mode won't limit charging to 80%, that's just not how it works. When enabled, it will simply reset the max charge to 80% for the next charge, it even says so on the screen.

[@theaverageev]

Thanks for the comment. We are just interpreting the same thing different ways. Yes if you have battery care mode on, you can adjust to charge more than that. It then just resets it to 80%. In my brain that is limiting me to 80%. Since I am more than capable of adjusting the desired state of charge. Thanks for sharing your perspective on that setting!

[@Ifyoudonttakeitucantfakeit]

Hi from the uk😊 This is very different to our version. I’m getting 3.2 tomorrow but it will not be the same. Do you have the ability to save your ho e charger position and save charge times for cheaper electric? We had it but lost it with v2.3!! My cars voice is terrible! She says sorry as though it’s my fault lol. She can’t find simple places like ASDA that Siri finds with ease.

[@theaverageev]

Yes! 3.1.0 has charger location settings. You should get that feature back!

[@savoith]

Just brought home a 2023 ID.4 PRO S. Where can I verify the Software version? Is it listed somewhere in the Infotainment system?

[@theaverageev]

On the screen with all of the options, swipe all the way to the right and it should say software version or something like that?

[@kenolstad9507]

After all of your playing around with the options, how do you get back to the Home Screen, with the map on one side and radio info on the right? VW REALLY needs to do a better job as far as their owner's manual is concerned. For one, it needs to be larger, and much more simply laid out with color photo illustrations and so forth.

[@theaverageev]

I should have included that! Never a perfect video. When you are on an option like nav, you click the “waffle” 8 squares. Then in that same spot will be a square. Chick that and it should cycle you to the “home page.” Hope that helps!

[@kenolstad9507]

@@theaverageev Thank you! Another thing VW really should do is communicate with new owners about improvements and ideas. I have a 2023 model and really like it but like my owner's manual suggestion, there are valuable insights "out here" that are free for VW to take advantage of to make even a better product.

[@99spudman]

amen 8:16

[@Codeysius]

I just used the navigation and it lost the charging locations. As with a lot of GPS it would not send me to charging locations or loose the points of charge. Drove from Cal to Ok..

[@theaverageev]

That is strange. Did you have charger availability turned on? I turn that off because I noticed my route would change a bunch as I drove. In all honesty I never use the built in system, I just use ABRP and plot out my next charge while I'm charging!

[@danajaxo]

Hi there , do you have something to say when it gets blank ? Since it’s a lot of car’s problem.

[@theaverageev]

I’m honestly it sure exactly what you’re talking about. The only time something has ever become blank for me is when my phone overheated and CarPlay blanked out. That is an iPhone issue/wireless CarPlay issue. I recommend not allowing wireless Apple CarPlay and using a cable. My phone gets extremely hot during apple CarPlay. Compound that with a hotter day, and issues arise. I’ve never had the infotainment itself blackout that I can remember! Would love to hear your experience.

[@danajaxo]

@@theaverageev LUCKY YOU didn’t face this blank screen, but if you search it on google so many faced it . Actually I can say this is the main problem of the id4 nothing other big issues .

[@danajaxo]

@@theaverageev actually not related to phones , this happens when the infotainment control module crash and tries to reboot.

[@tylerworkman6439]

@@danajaxo My infotainment has never crashed. For me it was my phone. That’s why I asked about your specific experience I can’t share my opinion about something that hasn’t happened to me!

[@johnyabdiasgonzalez6489]

I would like to know more about the WiFi feature that you just comment briefly. Thank you. Johny

[@theaverageev]

Can do!

[@savoith]

Ooops, sorry it was mentioned in the video.

[@theaverageev]

No worries!

[@allanyeti]

Anyone know how to see what radio station you are listening to when using android auto or car play. When using Wase I have to guess what station I'm on, I dont see it anywhere.

[@theaverageev]

I just go back to the radio on the infotainment then back to CarPlay. If you hit the square button on the infotainment while in CarPlay it should take you back to the radio if it is the last thing you were on. I will confirm next time I’m in my wife’s car!

[@kumarsneh1]

Have Apple car play connection issues been resolved?

[@theaverageev]

I’ve never had any major issues. Could you clarify the issues you were having?

[@kumarsneh1]

@@theaverageev I am planning on leasing one right now. But during my research, users have complained about the previous versions of software in 2021 and 2022 models. Btw do you recommend leasing or buying?

[@theaverageev]

@@kumarsneh1 Hello! I have had little to no issues with the software on my 2023. Little things here and there, but nothing significant to cause me to dislike the car. I would wait and see what happens with the 2024 ID.4. I think there will just be minor changes. No big overhaul. Right now with interest rates and the imminent reality of improving EV tech it might be worth it to lease a 2024 or even a 2023 if it’s sitting in the lot or buy a used 2023. 2025 is likely to be a big update to the ID.4 in styling and tech. It should have the new software that is featured on the ID.7.

[@kumarsneh1]

@@theaverageev Thanks for your suggestion :)

[@johnmariano4932]

Hi, my id 4 brakes it self when I drive on speed breaker it self , mileage only 240 miles on 100 %charge on 80% only 180 miles. Every 20 to 30 min windows are fogs I have to use window heating then the mileage goes down. Some times error shows on display

[@theaverageev]

What’s model year and trim do you have?

[@peteroffpist1621]

What about the app the old version did not connect.

[@theaverageev]

I did another video on the app. Definitely wasn’t great. Thankfully they have improved it I. The sense that I mostly reports accurate information about your car. Wish you could remotely lock the doors…

[@randomals]

I have a 2021 ID.4 Pro S and it’s currently at the dealership to fix the recent battery recall. They also tell me that they do have the recent software update, which I think is the 3.1 version. Has anyone here had the update for their 2021 or 2022?

[@theaverageev]

Please keep me updated on this! I’d love to report to others if you are getting the 3.1.0 update!!!

[@randomals]

@@theaverageev I should know by tomorrow if they’ll be able to do the software update along with the other recall stuff this week.

[@randomals]

@@theaverageev just heard from my dealership and they are indeed doing “the big software update” tomorrow and I should be able to pick up my ID.4 Friday. They also swapped out the 12v battery and are re-testing 3 of the main battery cells.

[@sarahhanawalt2036]

I’m picking up my 21 on Monday from the dealership with the software update and battery recall repair. Looking forward to better software.

[@theaverageev]

@@sarahhanawalt2036 let us know what you think!

[@JimHard-e3s]

I have a question. When I play music off my USB drive it shuffles the music. I would like to play the music in the order that it's on the drive. Is there a way to take it off of shuffle? Also, I've noticed a music library screen, can you store music on the infotainment center and if so of course my next question is how do you do that? Thanks in advance! Jim

[@douglashempel8037]

Crazy to me that even on 3.x the ID bar still can't talk to Android Auto or Apple Car play. The car's display can show the upcoming turns on the small binnacle display at the steering wheel but not "talk" to the light bar, which is one of the cooler features of the interior and the navigation. Such a shame. If the in-car nav was better, it wouldn't be a problem, but it's definitely NOT good and using CarPlay or Android auto is what I would recommend to anyone...

[@theaverageev]

Totally agree. Fortunately IF they ever start rolling out OTAs once all the US IDs are caught up, they could fix these small things. Time will tell. I have only used it a bit and it did its job for a small distance, but I wasn't impressed. It is also annoying that it can only plot out 6 or seven charging stops. That needs to change as well.. I always default to Waze or ABRP.

[@douglashempel8037]

@@theaverageev Losing faith in VW. We really like\love how the car drives. The software is awful, especially on our older (2021). We've been pushed back and pushed back for any kind of update. I finally broke down and bought a Tesla two weeks ago due to tax credits and needing another car to replace one being given to a new driver (child). In a week, I already had an update that actually improved the car's behavior (Tesla-vision to replace the missing ultrasonic sensors).

[@theaverageev]

Totally understand your situation now with the 2021. I think the whole situation is unacceptable. I am optimistic with the CEO change, but we will see. At least they communicated they needed to adjust the software update, but it was not ideal they started the update process then stopped. 3.1 will definitely improve your experience, but there is a lot of work to be done. I am interested to see what happens when the ID.7 comes out and they start rolling out the completely new software. Not sure if old ID.4s will get it or not. I know the new ID.4s will though. We have enjoyed our experience so far with the 2023 ID.4, hoping it stays that way. Tesla is great with their software, definitely one of their strong points.

[@Jennifer-158]

@@theaverageev ​ What automobile do you use for ABRP? It doesn't have an ID.4 in there with the ability to charge at more than 135 kW. The 2023 with SK On battery components can charge at a maximum of 170 kW.

[@theaverageev]

@@Jennifer-158 great question! For now I use the the 135kW ID.4. Hoping for them to update it eventually! I just assume that charging will be less than what ABRP says since the charging is faster. Always nice to see the arrival time get sooner and sooner!

[@99spudman]

please show us how to set up a bike rack so that back alarm and brake does not engage.

[@videoxyz24]

Go to Parking and click off Maneuver Braking. Unfortunately it will reset every time you start the car.

[@cpa4tax]

How do update the ID.4 2023 software?

[@theaverageev]

If you have 3.1 there will be over the air updates coming. I actually just saw a communication that said VW is finally starting to roll out 3.2 to current ID.4 owners.

[@jeffl1944]

Yes it is I’m a vw tech very bad

[@theaverageev]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. We’ve had very issues with 3.1.0 on our 2023. So I can’t personally agree, but I know 21 owners have had many issues. What is keeping VW from pushing out 3.2?

[@SuhaibAlasal.4EV]

how can i get the update?

[@theaverageev]

I am going to assume you have a 2021 ID.4? If so there should be a recall on your vehicle and during this recall they are checking battery modules and installing 3.1.0, as well as installing a new 12 volt battery!

[@RuneVenes]

remove the navigation widget form the menu and it be better.

[@theaverageev]

Haha. The navigation is bearable on 3.1.0. I still don’t prefer it, but it is at least usable.

[@qiuweida]

比我的理想L9落后太多了。

[@carsonlove531]

Yikes! Infotainment in a car should NOT take 5 swipes to switch screens. And you weren’t even driving! How is no one more bothered by that?

[@theaverageev]

It typically works fine. I notice that when it is hotter outside, that’s when the infotainment is laggy. Hoping they resolve that issue on the 2024 infotainment. Definitely not perfect…

[@Carl_Donaldson]

Is the shortcuts to create changes you make regularly

[@llaughridge]

“Tsk… tsk… tsk… tsk…” OMFG 😡

[@theaverageev]

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[@krane15]

1) Too much taking. 2) Too much smacking. 3) Shaky video. Fix that. As for the ID4. I stopped listening at sliders.

[@theaverageev]

I’m not sure what I took or who I smacked but I appreciate the feedback.