Two cars, one duel: Audi Q5 meets VW ID.4.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
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.4 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34600 £, while the Audi Q5 costs 44800 £. That’s a price difference of around 10256 £.
As for range, the VW ID.4 performs clearly better – achieving up to 569 km, about 469 km more than the Audi Q5.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q5 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 367 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi Q5 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls to a small extent stronger with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi Q5 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1910 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers barely noticeable more room – 543 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs minimal better – up to 1575 L, which is about 102 L more than the Audi Q5.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q5 hardly perceptible takes the win – 565 kg compared to 551 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.
The VW ID.4 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Audi Q5 feels like the sensible luxury choice — polished cabin materials, a calm ride and enough tech to keep commuters and weekend adventurers equally pleased. It won't shout for attention but will quietly check the boxes for buyers who want refinement, space and everyday usability with a dash of Audi charisma.
detailsThe VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
44800 - 78900 £
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Price
34600 - 47200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
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Electric Range
92 - 100 km
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
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co2
56 - 189 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1910 - 2245 kg
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Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
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Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Length
4717 mm
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Length
4582 - 4584 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1647 - 1656 mm
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Height
1619 - 1634 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1300 - 1473 L
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Max trunk capacity
1575 L
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Payload
490 - 565 kg
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Payload
511 - 551 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 367 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
340 - 550 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
VW
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The Audi Q5 is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.