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BMW X2 vs VW ID.4 – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether BMW X2 or VW ID.4 fits your lifestyle better.

BMW X2

VW ID.4

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW ID.4 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34600 £, while the BMW X2 costs 41200 £. That’s a price difference of around 6656 £.

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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.4 has a slightly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.40 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X2 performs noticeable 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 clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 279 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, BMW X2 is noticeable lighter – 1645 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X2 offers barely noticeable more room – 560 L compared to 543 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1575 L, which is about 105 L more than the BMW X2.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 barely noticeable takes the win – 551 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW ID.4 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.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
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km
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BMW X2

The BMW X2 feels like a sporty coupe dressed as an SUV, with sharp styling and a cheeky, youthful attitude that stands out in traffic. Inside it's driver-focused and compact but smartly packaged, perfect for city life and buyers who want BMW flair without the usual SUV bulk.

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VW ID.4

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
41200 - 58900 £
Price
34600 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
118 - 174 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1645 - 1780 kg
Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 560 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
4554 - 4567 mm
Length
4582 - 4584 mm
Width
1845 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1575 - 1590 mm
Height
1619 - 1634 mm
Max trunk capacity
1400 - 1470 L
Max trunk capacity
1575 L
Payload
495 - 510 kg
Payload
511 - 551 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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 - 300 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
207 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
280 - 400 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the BMW X2?

The BMW X2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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