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VW ID.5 vs Tesla Roadster comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs ), boot space and price (36,800 £ vs 184,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or Tesla Roadster?

VW ID.5 vs Tesla Roadster: Key differences

VW ID.5

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more trunk space

Tesla Roadster

  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

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

ID.5

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW ID.5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Tesla Roadster costs 184,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 147,454 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Roadster offers substantially more range – reaching up to 1,000 km, about 441 km more than the VW ID.5.

Roadster

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW ID.5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.5 offers considerably more boot space – 549 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 549 L.

ID.5

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.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Roadster is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Roadster is considerably faster – reaching 402 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 222 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Roadster delivers considerably more torque with 10,000 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 9,321 Nm more.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.5 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 £36,800
ID.5

VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 km
VW ID.5
Tesla Roadster

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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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Tesla Roadster

The Roadster is a stunning embodiment of open-air driving, blending sleek design with exhilarating performance. With its sporty silhouette and agile handling, it offers an unmatched sense of freedom on the road. Enthusiasts revel in the combination of luxury and raw power, making every journey a memorable adventure.

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VW ID.5
Tesla Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,800 - 48,400 £
Price
184,300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Electric Range
1,000 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,963 - 2,233 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
549 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,582 - 4,599 mm
Length
-
Width
1,852 mm
Width
-
Height
1,601 - 1,618 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
517 - 549 kg
Payload
-

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
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
402 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
10,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
-
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Tesla
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