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VW ID.5 vs Hongqi HS5 comparison

Compare performance (299 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or Hongqi HS5?

VW ID.5 vs Hongqi HS5: Key differences

VW ID.5

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  • visibly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hongqi HS5

  • marginally cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ID.5

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.

Hongqi HS5 is marginally cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,170 £.

HS5

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 VW ID.5 offers visibly more power – delivering 299 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Hongqi HS5 takes 8.7 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.5 delivers markedly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 340 Nm. That’s about 205 Nm more.

ID.5

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hongqi HS5 is somewhat lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,051 kg. The difference is around 246 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries a bit more – 552 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.5 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 £37,200
ID.5

VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 299 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 436 - 571 km
VW ID.5
Hongqi HS5

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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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Hongqi HS5

The Hongqi HS5 exudes a sense of luxury and sophistication, combining elegant design with a comfortable and high-quality interior. As part of Hongqi's pursuit of excellence, this SUV offers a refined driving experience characterized by smooth handling and advanced technology features. With its striking presence on the road, the Hongqi HS5 makes an undeniable statement of style and prestige.

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VW ID.5
Hongqi HS5

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
Price
36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
240 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
64 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Curb weight
1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
4,760 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,907 mm
Height
-
Height
1,700 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
529 - 552 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 299 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
204 km/h
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Torque
340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Hongqi
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