Compare performance (170 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or VW ID.5?
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 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 36800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5983 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.5: with 15.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Mazda MX-30 with 18.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.60 kWh.
As for electric range, the VW ID.5 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 559 km, about 474 km more than the Mazda MX-30.
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 VW ID.5 has a clearly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW ID.5 performs distinct better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
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 curb weight, Mazda MX-30 is minimal lighter – 1849 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 114 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers evident more room – 549 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 199 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1561 L, which is about 406 L more than the Mazda MX-30.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 noticeable takes the win – 549 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.
The VW ID.5 is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsVW 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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Price
30800 - 37100 £
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Price
36800 - 48400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.30 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
22 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1849 kg
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Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
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Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
549 L
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Length
4395 mm
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Length
4582 - 4599 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1555 mm
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Height
1601 - 1618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1137 - 1155 L
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Max trunk capacity
1561 L
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Payload
402 kg
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Payload
517 - 549 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.10 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
830 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.