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VW ID.5 vs Skoda Elroq – Which model is better for everyday use?

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.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

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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.

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.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £29,100
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Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 16.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 573 km

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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Skoda Elroq

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The 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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Skoda Elroq
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Costs and Consumption

Price
36800 - 48400 £
Price
29100 - 45500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Electric Range
377 - 573 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2268 kg
Trunk capacity
549 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Length
4488 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1884 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Height
1608 - 1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Max trunk capacity
1580 L
Payload
517 - 549 kg
Payload
470 - 531 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the VW ID.5?

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.