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VW ID.4 vs Casalini 550 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (340 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (34600 £ vs 17000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.4 or Casalini 550?

VW ID.4

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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Casalini 550

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

ID.4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Casalini 550 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £ , while the VW ID.4 costs 34600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17541 £.

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 VW ID.4 has a significantly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 332 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the VW ID.4 performs convincingly better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Casalini 550 tops out at 45 km/h. The difference is around 135 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls decisively stronger with 679 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 651 Nm difference.

ID.4

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 convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Casalini 550 is convincingly lighter – 425 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 1550 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.4 offers significantly more room – 543 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 543 L.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.4 convincingly takes the win – 551 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 278 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.4 sits well ahead of its rival 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.

VW ID.4
Casalini 550

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from about £34,600
ID.4

VW ID.4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km

VW ID.4

4.7 (4 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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Casalini 550

The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.

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VW ID.4
Casalini 550

Costs and Consumption

Price
34600 - 47200 £
Price
17000 - 17100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
20 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
Curb weight
425 kg
Trunk capacity
543 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4582 - 4584 mm
Length
3000 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1500 mm
Height
1619 - 1634 mm
Height
1470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1575 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 551 kg
Payload
273 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
45 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
28 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
2
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
479 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
VW
Brand
Casalini
Is the VW ID.4 offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.