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BMW i7 vs VW ID.4 comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (99,200 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or VW ID.4?

BMW i7 vs VW ID.4: Key differences

BMW i7

  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

VW ID.4

4.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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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.4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 64,599 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.4 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the BMW i7. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i7 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 55 km more than the VW ID.4.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i7 offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 319 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW i7 is markedly faster – 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: the BMW i7 delivers noticeably more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 421 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, VW ID.4 is markedly lighter – 1,975 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 620 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.4 offers marginally more boot space – 543 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.4 carries very slightly more – 551 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.4 sits just ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £34,600
ID.4

VW ID.4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km
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BMW i7

The BMW i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.

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VW ID.4

The 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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Reviews VW ID.4

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Tore
1 Mar 2026, 23:15:24

An ID.4 with 340 hp is not comparable to the Aiways U5! The U5 only has 204 hp! The ID.4’s boot is too small, rear legroom is too tight, no frunk, and it’s a bit confusing…

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Kenneth Kjeldsen
13 Dec 2025, 11:57:52

I have an ID.4 GTX and it drives like a dream — loads of extra power, sits well on the road, high seating position, quiet. I can see other cars have bigger screens, but mine works fine.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,200 - 157,200 £
Price
34,600 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
101.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
1,975 - 2,248 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
5,391 mm
Length
4,582 - 4,584 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,544 mm
Height
1,619 - 1,634 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,575 L
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
515 - 551 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
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
Is the BMW i7 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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