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VW ID.5 vs Tesla Model X comparison

Compare performance (299 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 98,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or Tesla Model X?

VW ID.5 vs Tesla Model X: Key differences

VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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Tesla Model X

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ID.5

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.

VW ID.5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the Tesla Model X costs 98,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,397 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.5 is moderately more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Tesla Model X. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model X offers slightly more range – reaching up to 649 km, about 78 km more than the VW ID.5.

Model X

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model X offers substantially more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 299 HP. That’s roughly 721 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model X is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.6 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

ID.5

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.5 is somewhat lighter – 2,051 kg compared to 2,348 kg. The difference is around 297 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries barely more – 552 kg compared to 527 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model X holds a decisive 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.

from £98,600
Model X

Tesla Model X

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 609 - 649 km
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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
Price
98,600 - 107,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Electric Range
609 - 649 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Curb weight
2,348 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
425 L
Length
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Length
5,036 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,999 mm
Height
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Height
1,684 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,675 L
Payload
529 - 552 kg
Payload
500 - 527 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
Power HP
190 - 299 HP
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.6 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
240 - 262 km/h
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Tesla
Is the VW ID.5 offered with different drivetrains?

The VW ID.5 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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