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VW ID.4 vs Tesla Roadster comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs ), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 184,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.4 or Tesla Roadster?

VW ID.4 vs Tesla Roadster: Key differences

VW ID.4

4.5 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more trunk space

Tesla Roadster

  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW ID.4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Tesla Roadster costs 184,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 149,713 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Roadster offers significantly more range – reaching up to 1,000 km, about 431 km more than the VW ID.4.

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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.

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

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

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 accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Roadster is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Roadster is clearly faster – reaching 402 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 222 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Roadster delivers considerably more torque with 10,000 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 9,321 Nm more.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.4 stands 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.

from £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/100km
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km
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Reviews VW ID.4

4.5 (7 Reviews)
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Achim
7 Apr 2026, 15:55:42

The ID.4 is a bit pricey, but very pleasant to drive. Its winter range could be better — then again, that's a problem all EVs are facing right now.

Tore
1 Mar 2026, 23:15:24

An ID.4 with 340 hp is not comparable to the Aiways U5! The U5 only has 204 hp! The ID.4’s boot is too small, rear legroom is too tight, no frunk, and it’s a bit confusing…

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Kenneth Kjeldsen
13 Dec 2025, 11:57:52

I have an ID.4 GTX and it drives like a dream — loads of extra power, sits well on the road, high seating position, quiet. I can see other cars have bigger screens, but mine works fine.

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Tesla Roadster

The Roadster is a stunning embodiment of open-air driving, blending sleek design with exhilarating performance. With its sporty silhouette and agile handling, it offers an unmatched sense of freedom on the road. Enthusiasts revel in the combination of luxury and raw power, making every journey a memorable adventure.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,600 - 47,200 £
Price
184,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Electric Range
1,000 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,975 - 2,248 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
543 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,582 - 4,584 mm
Length
-
Width
1,852 mm
Width
-
Height
1,619 - 1,634 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,575 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 551 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
402 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
10,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
-
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Tesla
What drive types are available for the VW ID.4?

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

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