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 M…
All production years (2020–present) meet Euro 6d and EU ZEV requirements as zero-emission vehicles .
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 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.
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The ID. Motor Performance is robust under normal use, with no major mechanical wear items. Early GTX models (2021–2022) had thermal derating under extreme loads, resolved via software updates. With proper cooldown after hard driving and correct e-motor oil maintenance, long-term reliability is excellent.
Main issues are inverter thermal derating, e-motor oil leaks, HV connector corrosion, and resolver sensor drift. All are documented in VW service bulletins (e.g., SIB EL‑2022‑08). No catastrophic motor failures reported in OEM data under standard operating conditions.
Exclusively used in the ID.4 GTX (2021–present) and ID.5 GTX (2022–present). Both are dual-motor AWD variants with 220 kW rear motor output. No other VW or Group models currently use this specific motor variant.
Aftermarket ECU tuning is common on the ID-MOTOR-PERFORMANCE platform, but increasing boost or altering engine parameters accelerates component wear, impacts emissions compliance, and may void vehicle warranties. Any modifications should be evaluated carefully by a qualified specialist.
In ID.4 GTX, typical consumption is 19–21 kWh/100km combined (WLTP). Real-world mixed driving yields ~4.5–5.0 mi/kWh (UK), or 20–22 kWh/100km. Aggressive driving can exceed 25 kWh/100km due to high torque demand and AWD losses.
Not applicable—this is an electric motor with no pistons, valves, or timing system. There is no risk of mechanical interference failure. However, inverter or resolver faults can cause sudden torque loss, requiring diagnostic intervention.
It requires 1.0 L of Volkswagen G 060 181 A2 e-motor oil, specifically formulated for stator cooling and bearing lubrication. This is separate from the gearbox oil. Change interval is condition-based but typically inspected every 30,000 km.
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