Volkswagen ID.4 – X-Ray view of the internal structure

Different from the ground up: the MEB

MEB is short for Modular Electric Drive matrix. No matter how you refer to it, it’s a powerful platform built for our EVs.

MEB is short for Modular Electric Drive matrix. No matter how you refer to it, it’s a powerful platform built for our EVs.

One modular platform, many models

Whether it’s a city car, SUV, or spacious seven-seater, the Modular Electric Drive matrix – known as the MEB platform – is intended to underpin every future Volkswagen EV.

This newly developed vehicle platform, designed specifically for EVs, makes the most out of the possibilities offered by the technology. In short, it means an emphasis on space, range, comfort, and convenience.

Space to grow

Volkswagen has rethought electric mobility from the ground up. An EV doesn’t need a combustion engine, gearbox, transmission tunnel, tank unit, or exhaust system.

This is good news for you from a design and engineering standpoint because EVs need less space than combustion vehicles. The wheelbase can be longer, the overhangs can be shorter, and the small electric motor can sit directly on the axles themselves.

This not only looks more dynamic but also provides the perfect base for every vehicle – from a compact car to a van.

In an EV that was designed from the ground up, you’ll experience a whole new sense of space, with more room for yourself, your passengers, and your cargo.

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The perfect power system

At the heart of the ID. family lies its fast-charging battery system, which is protected and integrated into the floor of the EV to save space. This lowers the centre of gravity and creates a better distribution of weight, so you can enjoy exceptionally well-balanced and dynamic driving.

Volkswagen ID.4 – X-Ray view of the battery and chassis

Battery with a system

The Volkswagen high-voltage battery

Turning electricity into mobility might sound simple at first but is actually complex. This is why we’ve created a clear and comprehensible battery system in the MEB platform. After all, you should know what’s in your ID. family
 vehicle.

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  • 7With a finance transaction with VWFS. Limited time finance offer available through Volkswagen Finance, on approved credit, based on a new and unregistered 2023 ID.4 electric ID.4 AWD Pro base model with single-speed transmission having a starting MSRP of $55,495. $2,050 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning levy, $23 tire recycling levy, $10 OMVIC fee, $58 PPSA fee and $500 representative dealer admin fee (actual fee is set by dealers and varies, up to $500) included in weekly payment. Dealer Administration Fee includes documentation and administration costs related to the delivery of the vehicle, such as the dealer cost involved in licensing, lien search, and contract administration. Finance example: 60-month term at 4.99% APR equals a weekly payment of $218, after application of $1,500 credit. $6,695 down payment or equivalent trade-in due at signing. In Ontario, Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is responsible for the tire recycling fee used to cover the cost of collecting and recycling end of life tires when returned by consumers. License, insurance, registration, options and applicable taxes are extra. Cost of borrowing is $6,526 for a total obligation of $56,567. Offers end January 2, 2024 and are subject to change or cancellation without notice.  Duties, provincial regulator levies (if applicable) also due at lease inception. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Conditions apply.  Visit vwoffers.ca or your Volkswagen dealer for details. Volkswagen,” the Volkswagen logo, all model names and trimline names are registered trademarks or trademarks of Volkswagen AG, used under license. © 2023 Volkswagen Canada.