The Volkswagen ID.4 electric crossover never reached the level of success the German automaker would have hoped for. Glitchy software, bland styling, and confusing controls likely contributed to VW's decision to kill off the SUV after the 2026 model year. But VW has confirmed the ID.4's replacement: The ID. Tiguan is set to launch in North America after initially arriving in Europe. The gas-powered Tiguan is an established, trusted crossover, so using its name for the new electric crossover aims to build a level of trust and recognition not enjoyed by the ID.4. Of course, the new ID. Tiguan represents much more than just a new name for this Tesla Model Y rival.Related: The Volkswagen ID.4 Dies After 2026. Here's Everything the Brand Did Wrong With Its EVBolder Design For VW's Electric CrossoverVolkswagen ID. TiguanVWThe ID.4 is inoffensively styled but lacks the futuristic appeal of a Model Y or the design flair of the Hyundai Ioniq 5. The new ID. Tiguan will address this criticism with a completely fresh design, although the pictures shared by VW still show the vehicle's details partially disguised. There are new headlights and taillights, while some of the ID.4's swoopy lines have been traded for squarer, more defined panels. It still doesn't look as adventurous as a Kia EV6, though.Related: I Lived With the Volkswagen ID.4 for a Week. Here's the Honest Reality of VW's Electric SUV"More than 8.3 million Tiguan vehicles produced demonstrate the strength and trust associated with this model name," says Thomas Schäfer, CEO of the Volkswagen brand, Head of the Brand Group Core and Member of the Group Board of Management. "The Tiguan represents a versatile, premium vehicle and embodies the essence of True Volkswagen. With the ID. Tiguan, we are carrying this product promise into the electric future. The all-electric model builds on the strengths of the bestseller and offers premium design, generous space, intuitive operation and innovative technologies."Specifications and AvailabilityVolkswagen ID. TiguanVWThe automaker did not share any specifications or interior images of the new ID. Tiguan, but we hope to see a sprightlier base trim. The standard 282-horsepower single-motor ID.4 isn't bad, but it lacks the instant shove many buyers expect from a modern EV. Top ID. Tiguan trims will likely come with a more powerful dual-motor setup.The ID. Tiguan's charging performance will be closely scrutinized when it arrives. The ID.4 has never been able to match the charging speeds of rivals from Kia, Hyundai, and Tesla. VW's partnership with Electrify America also fell short, as the reliability of that charging network was poor.The new ID. Tiguan will launch in Europe in early 2027, but exact timing for its arrival in the U.S. hasn't been specified. The SUV's world premiere will take place early in October, so we're only days away from seeing it in its final form."The ID. Tiguan is planned to succeed the ID.4 in the North American market," confirmed the automaker. "Following its European launch in early 2027, Volkswagen will share North American timing and additional market-specific details in due course."Why It MattersVolkswagen ID. TiguanVWThe VW ID.4's disappointing U.S. run was remarkably similar to that of the Toyota bZ4X and Honda Prologue EVs. Despite their vast experience in other segments, these legacy automakers launched products that were simply not competitive enough. Toyota quickly launched the much-improved bZ, while Honda prematurely decided to cancel the Prologue. VW has taken longer to respond to the ID.4's lukewarm reception, but we expect it to apply lessons learned from the ID.4 to the new ID. Tiguan. If the pricing is competitive and the charging/infotainment issues addressed, the new EV should be a much more successful product.Related: VW Admits Defeat: New ID.4 Will Have Physical Controls and 'Completely Different' Design