Mazda CX-30 vs VW ID.4 – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

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.

Mazda CX-30 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the VW ID.4 costs 34600 £. That’s a price difference of around 9338 £.

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 VW ID.4 has a decisively edge – offering 340 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.4 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda CX-30 performs somewhat better – reaching 204 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.4 pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 439 Nm difference.

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, the Mazda CX-30 is noticeable lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 520 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers clearly perceptible more room – 543 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 113 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs to a small extent better – up to 1575 L, which is about 169 L more than the Mazda CX-30.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 minimal takes the win – 551 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

All in all, the VW ID.4 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.