Compare performance (340 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.4 or VW ID.5?
Same surname, different personalities: the VW ID.4 and VW ID.5 are siblings who share the brains but not the haircut. The ID.4 is the upright crossover, easygoing and quietly confident. The ID.5 adds a sweeping roofline and a bit of runway swagger. This duel is less about raw specs and more about how you want your electric life to look and feel.
The ID.4 plays the understated card, with a straightforward shape and an airy vibe that whispers “relax.” The ID.5 is the same idea with a bolder brushstroke, its coupe-like profile giving the whole car a more athletic posture before you’ve even moved. Inside, both share VW’s minimalist cockpit and modern interfaces, but the ID.4 feels more open while the ID.5 feels more lounge-like. One blends in with quiet polish; the other makes an entrance without shouting.
For everyday duty, the ID.4’s more traditional tail makes loading life’s clutter feel simple, and access to the back seats is refreshingly straightforward. The ID.5’s lower roofline still copes with family gear, but its style-first silhouette asks you to pack with a touch more thought. On the move, both are calm, hushed, and easy to place in traffic, with a serene gait on longer trips. City or motorway, the difference is more about atmosphere than capability.
Picking the ID.4 says you value clarity, calmness, and a car that feels instantly familiar. Going for the ID.5 hints you enjoy a bit of theater in the driveway and appreciate design that earns a second glance. Tech, assistance, and the general driving mood are closely aligned, so your decision is really about the statement you want to make. Call it heart versus head—but with both hands still firmly on good sense.
If what matters to you is straightforward usability, an airy feel, and easy access for family and friends, the VW ID.4 makes a compelling case. It presents itself as the calm, rational pick that slides into your routine without fuss. Commuters and long-distance drivers will appreciate its stress-free demeanor and unshowy competence. If you prefer confidence without theatrics, this is your lane.
If what matters to you is design with presence and a touch of sportiness in the mirror, the VW ID.5 brings the drama in a tasteful way. You get the same modern EV experience you’d find in the VW ID.4, wrapped in a shape that feels more special every time you walk up to it. It suits style-conscious drivers who want their daily car to feel a bit like an occasion. Curious how the character plays out alongside the hard facts? Keep scrolling.
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.4 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,259 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.4 is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.7 kWh/100km for the VW ID.5. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VW ID.4 offers barely more range – reaching up to 569 km, about 10 km more than the VW ID.5.
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.
Both models deliver identical power – 340 HP each.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.4 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 679 Nm.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, VW ID.5 is marginally lighter – 1,963 kg compared to 1,975 kg. The difference is around 12 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW ID.5 offers barely more boot space – 549 L compared to 543 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,575 L, about 14 L more than the VW ID.5.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID.4 carries marginally more – 551 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.
The VW ID.4 is barely ahead 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.
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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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 |
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Price
34,600 - 47,200 £
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Price
36,800 - 48,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,975 - 2,248 kg
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Curb weight
1,963 - 2,233 kg
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Trunk capacity
549 L
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Length
4,582 - 4,584 mm
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Length
4,582 - 4,599 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Height
1,619 - 1,634 mm
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Height
1,601 - 1,618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,575 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
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Payload
515 - 551 kg
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Payload
517 - 549 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
VW
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Brand
VW
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