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Renault R5 vs VW ID.4 – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Renault R5 or VW ID.4 fits your lifestyle better.

Renault R5

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.4

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

Renault R5 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23900 £, while the VW ID.4 costs 34600 £. That’s a price difference of around 10658 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Renault R5: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the VW ID.4 with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.80 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.4 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 569 km, about 164 km more than the Renault R5.

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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 Renault R5 has a noticeable edge – offering 540 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault R5 performs distinct better – reaching 270 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault R5 pulls convincingly stronger with 4800 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 4121 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, Renault R5 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1447 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 528 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers clearly perceptible more room – 543 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 217 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 performs distinct better – up to 1575 L, which is about 469 L more than the Renault R5.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 distinct takes the win – 551 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 133 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault R5 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault R5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Renault R5
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Renault R5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 540 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 307 - 405 km
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Renault R5

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.

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VW ID.4

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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5 (1 Reviews)
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4.6 (3 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
23900 - 137100 £
Price
34600 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
3 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1447 - 1524 kg
Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
3922 - 4080 mm
Length
4582 - 4584 mm
Width
1744 - 2030 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1380 - 1498 mm
Height
1619 - 1634 mm
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Max trunk capacity
1575 L
Payload
396 - 418 kg
Payload
511 - 551 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 540 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
225 - 4800 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 - 397 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025 - 2027
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Renault R5?

The Renault R5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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