Head-to-head
Volkswagen ID.4 vs Hyundai Elexio
Two suvs priced within TBA of each other. Here's where each pulls ahead on range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Volkswagen ID.4
Volkswagen's mainstream electric SUV — the cornerstone of VW Group's MEB platform that also underpins the Cupra Born, Skoda Enyaq and Audi Q4. Mainstream pricing and traditional VW build quality.
- From
- $59,990
- Range
- 544 km
- Battery
- 77 kWh
Option B · SUV
Hyundai Elexio
Hyundai's new electric mid-size SUV — slots between the Kona Electric and Ioniq 5 in the Australian range. The 88.1 kWh LFP battery delivers a strong 546 km WLTP range.
- From
- $59,990
- Range
- 546 km
- Battery
- 88.1 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Volkswagen ID.4 and Hyundai Elexio, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Battery · advantage Hyundai Elexio
The Hyundai Elexio carries a 11.1 kWh larger battery (88.1 vs 77 kWh).
- 2
Power · advantage Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 puts down 50 kW more (210 vs 160 kW).
- 3
DC charging · advantage Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 accepts 25 kW more DC peak charging (175 vs 150 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 4
Boot · advantage Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 swallows 63 L more cargo with the rear seats up (543 vs 480 L).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Volkswagen ID.4 wins
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (175 kW vs 150 kW)
Where the Hyundai Elexio wins
- ▸ 2 km longer WLTP range
Volkswagen ID.4
What we like
- ✓ Mainstream pricing under $60,000
- ✓ Strong 544 km WLTP range from the Pro variant
- ✓ 175 kW DC charging keeps it road-trip viable
What we don't
- ✕ Software has been a sore point for VW Group
- ✕ Modest 0–100 for the price
- ✕ VW dealer EV experience still patchy
Hyundai Elexio
What we like
- ✓ Strong 546 km WLTP range from 88.1 kWh battery
- ✓ LFP chemistry (charges to 100% safely)
- ✓ Hyundai dealer network covers Australia comprehensively
What we don't
- ✕ Newer model — long-term reliability unproven
- ✕ 10 kW AC charging is single-phase only
- ✕ ANCAP rating pending
Frequently asked: Volkswagen ID.4 vs Hyundai Elexio
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Hyundai Elexio has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 546 km, 2 km further than the Volkswagen ID.4's 544 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Volkswagen ID.4 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 175 kW versus 150 kW for the Hyundai Elexio. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.