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VW ID.5 vs Porsche Taycan Wagon – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether VW ID.5 or Porsche Taycan Wagon fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.5 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Porsche Taycan Wagon costs 88700 £. That’s a price difference of around 51883 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.5: with 15.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Porsche Taycan Wagon with 17.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.

As for range, the Porsche Taycan Wagon performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 652 km, about 93 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 Porsche Taycan Wagon has a clearly edge – offering 952 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 612 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Taycan Wagon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.40 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Taycan Wagon performs noticeable better – reaching 260 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Taycan Wagon pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 1110 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 431 Nm difference.

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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.5 offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, VW ID.5 is slightly lighter – 1963 kg compared to 2190 kg. The difference is around 227 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers to a small extent more room – 549 L compared to 446 L. That’s a difference of about 103 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs distinct better – up to 1561 L, which is about 349 L more than the Porsche Taycan Wagon.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan Wagon minimal takes the win – 605 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche Taycan Wagon proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Taycan Wagon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Porsche Taycan Wagon

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 952 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.5 - 19 kWh
  • Electric Range : 537 - 652 km
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VW ID.5

The VW ID.5 is a stylish all-electric coupé SUV, designed to combine the practicality of an SUV with the sleek aesthetics of a coupé. Inside, the cabin offers a modern and spacious environment, featuring advanced technology that provides a seamless and intuitive driving experience. The ID.5 stands out with its dynamic performance and sustainable design, making it an attractive option for eco-conscious drivers.

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Porsche Taycan Wagon

The Taycan Wagon seamlessly blends the elegance of a luxury estate with the exhilarating performance Porsche is renowned for. Its sleek design not only boasts practicality but also exudes a sporty flair, making it a standout in both city streets and open highways. With a commitment to sustainability, this electrifying model illustrates that eco-friendly driving can be both thrilling and stylish.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Price
88700 - 182100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 19 kWh
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Electric Range
537 - 652 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
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
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Curb weight
2190 - 2400 kg
Trunk capacity
549 L
Trunk capacity
405 - 446 L
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Length
4962 - 4974 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1966 - 1967 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Height
1388 - 1412 mm
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Max trunk capacity
1171 - 1212 L
Payload
517 - 549 kg
Payload
475 - 605 kg

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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
408 - 952 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
410 - 1110 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
300 - 700 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Porsche

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What drive types are available for the VW ID.5?

The VW ID.5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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