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Audi Q3 vs VW ID.5 – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q3 or VW ID.5?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q3 @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW ID.5 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Audi Q3 costs 38200 £. That’s a price difference of around 1397 £.

As for range, the VW ID.5 performs clearly better – achieving up to 559 km, about 440 km more than the Audi Q3.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID.5 has a to a small extent edge – offering 340 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Audi Q3 takes 5.70 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q3 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 240 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.5 pulls convincingly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 279 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi Q3 is distinct lighter – 1635 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 328 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers somewhat more room – 549 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs a bit better – up to 1561 L, which is about 175 L more than the Audi Q3.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 hardly perceptible takes the win – 549 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW ID.5 shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 km
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Audi Q3

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The Audi Q3 feels like a grown-up compact SUV with premium polish and city-friendly agility, the sort of car that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally satisfying. Inside, you get quality materials and smart packaging that keep things practical without skimping on style, so it’s an easy pick for buyers who want luxury without the drama.

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VW ID.5

VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
38200 - 52900 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
39 - 195 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1635 - 1900 kg
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4531 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1559 - 1601 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1196 - 1386 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
505 - 535 kg
Payload
517 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
208 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW

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Is the Audi Q3 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi Q3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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