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Jaguar I-Pace vs VW ID.5 comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (79,200 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar I-Pace or VW ID.5?

Jaguar I-Pace vs VW ID.5: Key differences

Jaguar I-Pace

3.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • somewhat lighter

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

I-Pace

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.5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Jaguar I-Pace costs 79,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,369 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.5 is clearly more efficient: consuming 15.7 kWh/100km compared to 25.2 kWh/100km for the Jaguar I-Pace. That’s a difference of about 9.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.5 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 559 km, about 90 km more than the Jaguar I-Pace.

ID.5

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 Jaguar I-Pace offers somewhat more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaguar I-Pace is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Jaguar I-Pace is marginally faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar I-Pace delivers marginally more torque with 696 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 17 Nm more.

I-Pace

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.5 is somewhat lighter – 1,963 kg compared to 2,226 kg. The difference is around 263 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar I-Pace offers a bit more boot space – 638 L compared to 549 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,561 L, about 108 L more than the Jaguar I-Pace.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries somewhat more – 549 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.5 is decisively ahead 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 £36,800
ID.5

VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 km
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Jaguar I-Pace

The Jaguar I-Pace pairs instantaneous electric shove with graceful, feline looks, so it never feels like you're piloting a refrigerator with style. Inside it serves proper Jaguar luxury and clever packaging, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want EV convenience without losing personality.

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Reviews Jaguar I-Pace

3.7 (2 Reviews)
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Stefan
3 Apr 2026, 10:23:27

The Ipace is a tragedy. Looks nice..but the quality is very low. After 30000km I changed the charger, I changed the heater..aprox 8000 euro cost. Not recomend in any eay. Avoid it!

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
79,200 - 85,500 £
Price
36,800 - 48,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
25.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
469 km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
84.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,226 kg
Curb weight
1,963 - 2,233 kg
Trunk capacity
638 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4,682 mm
Length
4,582 - 4,599 mm
Width
2,011 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,566 mm
Height
1,601 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,453 L
Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
Payload
444 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
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
400 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
696 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
294 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Jaguar I-Pace?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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