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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs VW ID.Polo comparison

Compare performance (229 HP vs 226 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or VW ID.Polo?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs VW ID.Polo: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • moderately more trunk space
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VW ID.Polo

  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.Polo is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,904 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.Polo is moderately more efficient: consuming 13.3 kWh/100km compared to 15.6 kWh/100km for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 116 km more than the VW ID.Polo.

ID.Polo

Engine and Performance:

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers very slightly more power – delivering 229 HP compared to 226 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.Polo is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers somewhat more torque with 350 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.Polo is clearly lighter – 1,568 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 387 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers moderately more boot space – 520 L compared to 441 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 carries slightly more – 530 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.Polo is far 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 £21,400
ID.Polo

VW ID.Polo

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 226 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.3 - 14.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 424 - 454 km
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Hyundai IONIQ 5

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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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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VW ID.Polo

The VW ID.Polo brings classic Polo sensibility to the EV age with a calm, refined ride, an unusually large boot, and refreshingly simple controls with real buttons. It favors easygoing efficiency and family-friendly practicality over playful handling or high-speed autobahn pace, and the smaller-battery versions ask for a bit more planning on long trips.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
Price
21,400 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.3 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
424 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Curb weight
1,568 - 1,635 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,816 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 530 kg
Payload
444 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
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 168 kW
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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