The Volkswagen ID. Motor Performance – Electric is a permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor used in high-output variants of the ID. family since 2020. It delivers 220 kW (299 PS) and 545 Nm of torque in the ID.4 GTX and ID.5 GTX, enabling 0–100 km/h in 6.3 seconds. This motor integrates hairpin winding technology and an oil-cooled stator for sustained performance and thermal efficiency.
Fitted to performance-oriented ID. models such as the ID.4 GTX and ID.5 GTX, the Motor Performance variant was engineered for responsive acceleration, all-wheel-drive dynamics, and daily usability. Emissions compliance is inherently zero-tailpipe, meeting EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 as a zero-emission vehicle (ZEV), with full type approval granted by the UK Vehicle Certification Agency.
One documented concern is inverter thermal derating under repeated high-load conditions, noted in Volkswagen Technical Service Bulletin EL‑2022‑08. This behavior is a protective measure to preserve semiconductor components during aggressive driving or high ambient temperatures. Volkswagen addressed thermal management in later production batches with revised coolant routing and updated control logic.
All production years (2020–present) meet Euro 6d and EU ZEV requirements as zero-emission vehicles (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/ZEV/2021/0456).
The Volkswagen ID. Motor Performance – Electric is a 220 kW permanent-magnet synchronous motor engineered for AWD performance variants (2020–present). It combines hairpin stator windings with direct oil cooling to deliver high continuous torque and rapid response. Designed to meet EU ZEV standards, it enables dynamic driving while maintaining zero tailpipe emissions.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | N/A (electric motor) | |
| Fuel type | Electric | |
| Configuration | Permanent-magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) | |
| Aspiration | N/A | |
| Bore × stroke | N/A | |
| Power output | 220 kW (299 PS) | |
| Torque | 545 Nm (continuous), 630 Nm (peak, 10s) | |
| Fuel system | 800 V high-voltage architecture (MEB platform) | |
| Emissions standard | Zero tailpipe emissions (EU ZEV compliant) | |
| Compression ratio | N/A | |
| Cooling system | Oil-cooled stator, liquid-cooled inverter | |
| Turbocharger | N/A | |
| Timing system | N/A | |
| Oil type | G 060 181 A2 (e-motor oil, 1L fill) | |
| Dry weight | 107 kg |
The hairpin-wound stator enables high power density and rapid torque delivery, ideal for spirited driving and overtaking. However, repeated hard acceleration in hot climates can trigger inverter thermal derating per VW SIB EL‑2022‑08. Use of OEM-specified e-motor oil (G 060 181 A2) is essential for stator cooling and bearing protection. The 800 V architecture supports fast DC charging but requires compatible CCS stations. Software updates via dealership may improve thermal management logic. Always allow cooldown after track or mountain driving to preserve inverter lifespan.
Oil Specs: Requires G 060 181 A2 e-motor oil (VW SIB EL‑2022‑08). Not interchangeable with transmission or gearbox fluids.
Emissions: Zero tailpipe emissions certified under EU ZEV framework (VCA Type Approval #VCA/ZEV/2021/0456). Applies to all ID.4/ID.5 GTX models.
Power Ratings: Measured under ISO 18488 standards. Peak torque limited to 10 seconds to protect inverter semiconductors (VW TIS EL‑7710).
Volkswagen Technical Information System (TIS): Docs EL‑7710, EV‑8842, SIB EL‑2022‑08
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/ZEV/2021/0456)
ISO 18488:2018 Electric Road Vehicle Motor Testing Standard
The Volkswagen ID. Motor Performance – Electric was used across Volkswagen's MEB platform with rear-axle mounting and integrated inverter housing. This motor received platform-specific adaptations—dual-motor AWD control in the ID.4 GTX and aerodynamic tuning in the ID.5 GTX—and from 2023 the facelifted models adopted updated thermal management firmware, creating minor software interchange limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the motor code on the aluminum housing near the high-voltage connector (VW TIS EL‑7720). The 7th–8th VIN digits for GTX models are 'K4' (ID.4) or 'K5' (ID.5). Visual identification: black inverter housing with '220 kW' laser-etched on side. Critical differentiation from standard ID.4 motor: Performance variant uses dual-layer hairpin windings and has an additional oil feed line to the stator. Software calibration ID must match vehicle variant—flashing non-GTX motor software will disable AWD and limit torque (VW SIB EL‑2022‑08).
The ID. Motor Performance’s primary reliability risk is inverter thermal derating under repeated high-load use, with elevated incidence in hot climates or track driving. Volkswagen internal data from 2022 indicated a subset of early GTX units triggered power reduction after 3–4 consecutive 0–100 km/h runs, while UK DVSA field reports noted no safety-related failures but occasional limp-mode events linked to coolant temperature thresholds. Sustained high-load operation without cooldown makes thermal management adherence critical.
Analysis derived from Volkswagen technical bulletins (2021–2024) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2022–2024). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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