Compare performance (299 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or Skoda Elroq?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
VW ID.5 is marginally cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the Skoda Elroq costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 703 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Skoda Elroq is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.2 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the VW ID.5. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Skoda Elroq offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 573 km, about 2 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.
When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Elroq offers somewhat more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 299 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Elroq delivers slightly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 134 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, VW ID.5 is marginally lighter – 2,051 kg compared to 2,133 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries marginally more – 552 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.
The Skoda Elroq holds a solid overall lead 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 Skoda Elroq is a sensible, comfort‑focused compact electric SUV that puts a premium on a roomy rear seat, quiet long‑distance manners and straightforward, low‑distraction controls — perfect for families and commuters who value everyday usability. Its practical Simply‑Clever touches and strong value make it a convincing all‑rounder, though those chasing class‑leading fast charging or the most flexible boot space might look elsewhere.
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Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
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Price
37,900 - 45,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
436 - 571 km
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Electric Range
529 - 573 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
77 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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
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Curb weight
2,133 - 2,265 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Length
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Length
4,488 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,884 mm
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Height
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Height
1,625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,580 L
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Payload
529 - 552 kg
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Payload
467 - 525 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
190 - 299 HP
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Power HP
286 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
310 - 545 Nm
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Torque
545 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
140 - 220 kW
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Power kW
210 - 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
2026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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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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