Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether VW ID.5 or Skoda Elroq fits your lifestyle better.
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.
Skoda Elroq has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the VW ID.5 costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 7774 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Skoda Elroq: with 15.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the VW ID.5 with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.50 kWh.
As for range, the Skoda Elroq performs slight better – achieving up to 573 km, about 14 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 – 5.40 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.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Skoda Elroq is barely noticeable lighter – 1953 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers a bit more room – 549 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Elroq performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1580 L, which is about 19 L more than the VW ID.5.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 hardly perceptible takes the win – 549 kg compared to 531 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.
The Skoda Elroq proves to be has a very small edge and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Elroq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36800 - 48400 £
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Price
29100 - 45500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
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Electric Range
377 - 573 km
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 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
1963 - 2233 kg
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Curb weight
1953 - 2268 kg
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Trunk capacity
549 L
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Length
4582 - 4599 mm
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Length
4488 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Width
1884 mm
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Height
1601 - 1618 mm
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Height
1608 - 1625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1561 L
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Max trunk capacity
1580 L
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Payload
517 - 549 kg
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Payload
470 - 531 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 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 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
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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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
Skoda
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The VW ID.5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.