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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs VW ID.5 comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (38500 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or VW ID.5?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs VW ID.5: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • decisively more power
  • minimal more efficient
  • hardly perceptible more electric range
  • decisively quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • barely noticeable lighter

VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • minimal cheaper
  • hardly perceptible 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.

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

IONIQ 5

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 minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 38500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1654 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai IONIQ 5: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the VW ID.5 with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.10 kWh.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 570 km, about 11 km more than the VW ID.5.

ID.5

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a decisively edge – offering 650 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 310 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 260 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai IONIQ 5 pulls a bit stronger with 770 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 91 Nm difference.

IONIQ 5

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, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is barely noticeable lighter – 1955 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 8 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers hardly perceptible more room – 549 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1580 L, which is about 19 L more than the VW ID.5.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 hardly perceptible takes the win – 549 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
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Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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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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Reviews Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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Javi Rodman
4 Jan 2026, 17:25:22

The best of the best. Comfortable, practical, economical, fun, spacious, with all the ADAS and safety systems. What more could you ask for?

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Reviews VW ID.5

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Hyundai IONIQ 5
VW ID.5

Costs and Consumption
Price
38500 - 64200 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 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
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1955 - 2275 kg
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4655 - 4715 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1890 - 1940 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1585 - 1605 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1540 - 1580 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
385 - 530 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
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

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

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What drive types are available for the Hyundai IONIQ 5?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.