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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs VW ID.5 comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or VW ID.5?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs VW ID.5: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter

VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • visibly more trunk space

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

IONIQ 6

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW ID.5 is marginally cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 costs 39,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,211 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is moderately more efficient: consuming 13.4 kWh/100km compared to 15.7 kWh/100km for the VW ID.5. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 121 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 6 offers substantially more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 310 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers somewhat more torque with 770 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 91 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 6 is only slightly lighter – 1,892 kg compared to 1,963 kg. The difference is around 71 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.5 offers visibly more boot space – 549 L compared to 401 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries noticeably more – 549 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 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.

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IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 469 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
VW ID.5

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 6
VW ID.5

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 64,300 £
Price
36,800 - 48,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
469 - 680 km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,134 kg
Curb weight
1,963 - 2,233 kg
Trunk capacity
401 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
-
Length
4,582 - 4,599 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
1,601 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
Payload
386 - 438 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
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
2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
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