The charging speed of the Volkswagen ID4 Pro and the Skoda Elroq 85 is now reduced

It must be acknowledged: waiting times are sometimes more unpleasant than being stuck in the most suffocating traffic jams. While the automotive world is getting excited about speed and efficiency teaser vehicles, two flagship models from the Volkswagen group, the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro and the Skoda Elroq 85, seem to have taken a serious hit. Yes, the charging speed of these magnificent gems of sustainable mobility is reduced. The perfect combo to make any car enthusiast cry.

Charging woes: a bitter reality

If anyone thought that automotive technology had reached its limits, it seems fate decided to play a new trick on us! By keeping an eye on the suppliers, Volkswagen has decided to change the game. The batteries, previously entrusted to LG, are now the responsibility of CATL. This change, far from being ideal, therefore leads to a lower charging speed. Instead of the much-anticipated 165 kW, our friends will have to settle for 135 kW for the Skoda Elroq 85. Wow, what progress!

A double-edged situation

For the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro, the situation appears to be temporary. While customers can reassure themselves with a promise of a return to a more reasonable charging speed in a few months, the Skoda Elroq seems doomed to manage its new pace of life. What irony! The model that started so strong on the market becomes the very example of the electric car struggling to keep up in the race. What a slap in the face for its triumphant launch!

When compensation shakes the market

Ah! Who doesn’t love little financial surprises during a crisis? Volkswagen has decided to cushion the blow by offering compensation of €1,000 to German customers for these inconveniences. What a clever way to approach the situation. However, it remains a mere formality, as across the border, French customers are left scrambling for crumbs. What about their precious compensation? Apparently not, roulette, roulette, and company. A frozen smile appears on the faces of the affected customers.

A future outlook on electric cars

All this brutally highlights the disastrous situation that many manufacturers face when it comes to meeting deflationary demand. Obviously, the real problem remains dependency on suppliers, but is that really just another excuse to erode charging speed? In 2025, the battle for the best charging infrastructure and the necessary high-performance batteries is fiercer than ever. Customers no longer want just a good product; they want reliable and fast service. A wandering consumption dream? Perhaps.

It remains to be seen how long these complications will persist and whether customers will remain loyal to their Volkswagen crown because of a setback. So, are you ready to wait longer for a full charge of electricity with one of these models? A bitter laugh rises to this simple question, reminding us that there’s nothing like a joke about charging speed to spice up the evening.

Source: www.automobile-magazine.fr

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