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Toyota bZ4X vs VW ID.5 comparison

Compare performance (380 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (36,800 £ vs 37,200 £ ) 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

4.5 (11 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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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

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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.

Toyota bZ4X is only slightly cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 317 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota bZ4X is somewhat more efficient: consuming 13.5 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the VW ID.5. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota bZ4X offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 591 km, about 20 km more than the VW ID.5.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 380 HP compared to 299 HP. That’s roughly 81 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 6.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.5 delivers noticeably more torque with 545 Nm compared to 338 Nm. That’s about 207 Nm more.

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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 2,051 kg. The difference is around 151 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota bZ4X carries very slightly more – 565 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota bZ4X is far ahead 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 £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
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Toyota bZ4X

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Reviews Toyota bZ4X

4.5 (11 Reviews)
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Andrei
22 May 2026, 05:15:22

proven reliability and quality.pece of mind

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LIV
13 May 2026, 09:12:47

Toyota is better built, the warranty is much better than VW’s, the bZ4X is much more refined.

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Michael
1 May 2026, 23:14:55

Good and secure driving feel, plenty of space for passengers, great warranty, acceptable performance with the 224 hp variant, moderate fuel consumption, appealing infotainment and controls — all in all a successful car with modern technology.

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Michael
1 May 2026, 23:00:55

I took the car for a test drive. I was impressed by the handling, the trunk, the interior space — huge compared with other cars — and the equipment. I’ve been driving Toyotas for 43 years and am impressed by their reliability. Ultimately, the warranty Toyota offers on the bZ4X completely convinced me.

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Robert
14 Apr 2026, 07:14:22

Premium for a low price. A very family-friendly car with plenty of space.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,800 - 51,000 £
Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
444 - 591 km
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 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
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,180 kg
Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Trunk capacity
452 - 669 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
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Length
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Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
375 - 565 kg
Payload
529 - 552 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
190 - 299 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
268 - 338 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
123 - 280 kW
Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Toyota bZ4X have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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