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Mercedes AMG GT vs VW ID.4 comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (102,500 £ vs 34,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes AMG GT or VW ID.4?

Mercedes AMG GT vs VW ID.4: Key differences

Mercedes AMG GT

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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VW ID.4

4.4 (10 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

AMG GT

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 34,800 £ , while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 67,722 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID.4 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 559 km more than the Mercedes AMG GT.

ID.4

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 Mercedes AMG GT offers significantly more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 299 HP. That’s roughly 517 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes AMG GT delivers considerably more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 875 Nm more.

AMG GT

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.

Seats: VW ID.4 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes AMG GT is a bit lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.4 carries significantly more – 554 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 339 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.4 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.

from £34,800
ID.4

VW ID.4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 299 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 425 - 570 km
Mercedes AMG GT
VW ID.4

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes AMG GT

The Mercedes-AMG GT is a theatrical sports car with prowling looks and an aggressive exhaust note that announces its intentions the moment it fires up. It pairs ferocious performance with surprising everyday usability — a taut yet forgiving chassis and a cockpit that feels special — making sensible buyers suddenly very good at justifying indulgence.

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VW ID.4

The VW ID.4 is a practical, family-friendly electric SUV that balances everyday usability with a calm, composed driving character. It pairs a roomy, well-finished cabin and easy-to-use tech with predictable handling and convenient charging options, making it a sensible choice for buyers switching to electric.

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Mercedes AMG GT
VW ID.4

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,500 - 194,400 £
Price
34,800 - 47,600 £
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
425 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
235 - 319 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,219 kg
Trunk capacity
182 - 321 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
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Length
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Width
1,929 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
170 - 215 kg
Payload
525 - 554 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Power HP
190 - 299 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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