Compare performance (340 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (36,800 £ vs 33,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or Renault Trafic Transporter?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Trafic Transporter is moderately cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,630 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.5 is markedly more efficient: consuming 15.7 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the Renault Trafic Transporter. That’s a difference of about 5.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VW ID.5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 559 km, about 241 km more than the Renault Trafic Transporter.
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 considerably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.8 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW ID.5 is marginally faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault Trafic Transporter tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.5 delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm more.
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: Renault Trafic Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is only slightly lighter – 1,848 kg compared to 1,963 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Trafic Transporter offers substantially more capacity – up to 8,900 L, about 7,339 L more than the VW ID.5.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Transporter carries significantly more – 1,222 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 673 kg.
The VW ID.5 is clearly superior overall 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.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.
detailsThe Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.
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Price
36,800 - 48,400 £
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Price
33,200 - 43,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
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Electric Range
240 - 318 km
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
3 - 6
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,963 - 2,233 kg
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Curb weight
1,848 - 2,075 kg
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Trunk capacity
549 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,582 - 4,599 mm
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Length
5,080 - 5,480 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Height
1,601 - 1,618 mm
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Height
1,967 - 2,509 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 8,900 L
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Payload
517 - 549 kg
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Payload
848 - 1,222 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
110 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 15.1 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
110 - 174 km/h
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Torque
245 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Power kW
81 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Renault
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