Head-to-head
Volkswagen ID.4 vs Volkswagen ID.5
The Volkswagen ID.4 starts $3,000 (5%) below the Volkswagen ID.5. Here's how that price gap plays out across 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 · Coupe
Volkswagen ID.5
Volkswagen's coupe-SUV version of the ID.4 — same MEB platform, same 77 kWh battery, sleeker fastback roofline. 544 km WLTP range in Pro RWD trim.
- From
- $62,990
- Range
- 544 km
- Battery
- 77 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Volkswagen ID.4 and Volkswagen ID.5, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
DC charging · advantage Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 accepts 40 kW more DC peak charging (175 vs 135 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 2
0–100 km/h · advantage Volkswagen ID.5
The Volkswagen ID.5 is 1.8 s quicker to 100 km/h (6.7 s vs 8.5 s).
- 3
Price · advantage Volkswagen ID.4
The Volkswagen ID.4 undercuts the Volkswagen ID.5 by $3,000 (5%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Volkswagen ID.4 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $3,000
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (175 kW vs 135 kW)
Where the Volkswagen ID.5 wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (6.7s vs 8.5s)
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
Volkswagen ID.5
What we like
- ✓ Strong 544 km WLTP range
- ✓ Big 549 L boot for a coupe-SUV
- ✓ 5-star ANCAP rating (inherited from ID.4 testing)
What we don't
- ✕ VW Group software has been a sore point
- ✕ Pricing climbs above $70k for the GTX AWD variant
- ✕ Coupe roofline cuts rear headroom
Frequently asked: Volkswagen ID.4 vs Volkswagen ID.5
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Volkswagen ID.4 or the Volkswagen ID.5?
- The Volkswagen ID.4 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $59,990 versus $62,990 for the Volkswagen ID.5, a $3,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Volkswagen ID.4 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 175 kW versus 135 kW for the Volkswagen ID.5. 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 Volkswagen ID.5 does 0–100 km/h in 6.7 seconds — 1.8 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.
- Is the Volkswagen ID.4 better value than the Volkswagen ID.5?
- On paper the Volkswagen ID.4 is $3,000 cheaper, but the Volkswagen ID.5 edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Volkswagen ID.4
if…
- ✓ you want to save $3,000 on the sticker
- ✓ you match the profile: family buyers
Choose the
Volkswagen ID.5
if…
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: style-led 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.