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Toyota bZ4X vs VW ID.5 comparison

Compare performance (380 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (36,800 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota bZ4X or VW ID.5?

Toyota bZ4X vs VW ID.5: Key differences

Toyota bZ4X

4.6 (6 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter

VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • moderately more trunk space

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

bZ4X

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.

VW ID.5 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Toyota bZ4X costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota bZ4X is somewhat more efficient: consuming 13.5 kWh/100km compared to 15.7 kWh/100km for the VW ID.5. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota bZ4X offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 591 km, about 32 km more than the VW ID.5.

ID.5

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 Toyota bZ4X offers somewhat more power – delivering 380 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota bZ4X is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.5 delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 338 Nm. That’s about 341 Nm more.

bZ4X

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota bZ4X is barely lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 1,963 kg. The difference is around 63 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.5 offers moderately more boot space – 549 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota bZ4X carries very slightly more – 565 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota bZ4X has only a minor advantage 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 £36,800
bZ4X

Toyota bZ4X

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 167 - 380 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 444 - 591 km
Toyota bZ4X
VW ID.5

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota bZ4X

The Toyota bZ4X is a fresh, roomy electric crossover that pairs Toyota’s trademark reliability with bold, angular styling and a cabin designed for everyday comfort. It may not chase headlines like some flashier rivals, but for buyers who want sensible electric motoring with practical packaging and a relaxed, confident ride, it’s an easy, pleasant choice.

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VW ID.5

VW 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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Toyota bZ4X
VW ID.5

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,800 - 51,000 £
Price
36,800 - 48,400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
444 - 591 km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,180 kg
Curb weight
1,963 - 2,233 kg
Trunk capacity
452 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
-
Length
4,582 - 4,599 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
1,601 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
Payload
375 - 565 kg
Payload
517 - 549 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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
167 - 380 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
268 - 338 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
123 - 280 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
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