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BMW i4 vs VW ID.5 – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or VW ID.5?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW ID.5 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the BMW i4 costs 49400 £. That’s a price difference of around 12540 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW i4: with 14.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the VW ID.5 with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.

As for range, the BMW i4 performs slight better – achieving up to 613 km, about 54 km more than the VW ID.5.

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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 BMW i4 has a decisively edge – offering 601 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 261 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW i4 performs a bit better – reaching 225 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i4 pulls a bit stronger with 795 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 116 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW ID.5 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1963 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 107 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers a bit more room – 549 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs slightly better – up to 1561 L, which is about 271 L more than the BMW i4.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 slightly takes the win – 549 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW i4 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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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BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km
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The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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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
49400 - 62500 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
67.1 - 81.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4783 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1448 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1290 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
517 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
190 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the BMW i4 have?

The BMW i4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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