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Mazda MX-30 vs VW ID.5 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 37,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or VW ID.5?

Mazda MX-30 vs VW ID.5: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-30

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 MX-30 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,317 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.5 is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mazda MX-30. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 571 km, about 486 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

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 VW ID.5 offers substantially more power – delivering 299 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

MX-30

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 terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-30 is moderately lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,051 kg. The difference is around 202 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries noticeably more – 552 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.5 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £37,200
ID.5

VW ID.5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 299 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 571 km
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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
22 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
-
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
529 - 552 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
190 - 299 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-30 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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