Got email to pre-configure 2023 id4. Decided to go with RWD Pro (for bigger battery). It has heat pump option for extra $1500. Do I need it, does it make sense to pay that extra amount? I am from Canada, Toronto. It could be cold here, but not Arctic cold. Thanks!
Not an ID.4 owner, but my advice is to buy the optional heat pump as it saves a lot of energy (adds at least 30% more range in cooler weather- at least on my last 4 EVs (2) Leafs and (2) Kona Evs) compared to the resistive heat alternate. The heat pump generally pays off to a low of about -10 degrees C, after that the resistive PTC heater will cut in more regularly. It does surprise me that VW does not include that feature as a standard equipment in Canadian models. Toronto weather would be worth it IMHO
