Head-to-head
Volkswagen ID.4 vs KGM Torres EVX
Just $1,990 separates the Volkswagen ID.4 and KGM Torres EVX on starting price, but the Volkswagen ID.4 goes 82 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
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
KGM Torres EVX
KGM's mid-size electric SUV — 80.6 kWh LFP battery, 462 km WLTP range, and a class-leading 839 L boot. Korean-built engineering at a sub-$60k price point.
- From
- $58,000
- Range
- 462 km
- Battery
- 80.6 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Volkswagen ID.4 and KGM Torres EVX, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 goes 82 km further on a charge (544 vs 462 km WLTP).
- 2
Boot · advantage KGM Torres EVX
The KGM Torres EVX swallows 296 L more cargo with the rear seats up (839 vs 543 L).
- 3
DC charging · advantage Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 accepts 45 kW more DC peak charging (175 vs 130 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 4
Power · advantage Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 puts down 58 kW more (210 vs 152 kW).
- 5
Warranty · advantage KGM Torres EVX
The KGM Torres EVX covers the vehicle for 2 more years (7 vs 5 yrs).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Volkswagen ID.4 wins
- ▸ 82 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (175 kW vs 130 kW)
Where the KGM Torres EVX wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,990
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (8.1s vs 8.5s)
- ▸ Longer warranty (7 years)
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
KGM Torres EVX
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 839 L boot
- ✓ 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Korean-built quality at Chinese-import pricing
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ KGM dealer network rebuilding
- ✕ Modest WLTP range for the battery size
Frequently asked: Volkswagen ID.4 vs KGM Torres EVX
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Volkswagen ID.4 or the KGM Torres EVX?
- The KGM Torres EVX is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $58,000 versus $59,990 for the Volkswagen ID.4, a $1,990 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Volkswagen ID.4 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 544 km, 82 km further than the KGM Torres EVX's 462 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 130 kW for the KGM Torres EVX. 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 is quicker off the line?
- The KGM Torres EVX does 0–100 km/h in 8.1 seconds — 0.4 s quicker than the Volkswagen ID.4's 8.5 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The KGM Torres EVX is covered by a 7-year vehicle warranty, versus 5 years for the Volkswagen ID.4. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Volkswagen ID.4
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (82 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: family buyers
Choose the
KGM Torres EVX
if…
- ✓ you regularly load it up (296 L more boot)
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (2 more years of cover)
- ✓ you match the profile: family buyers
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.