In one of the marquee matchups of the year, how does the ID.4 vs. IONIQ 5 comparison play out? Both are advanced all-electric crossover SUVs, but one offers you more. That "one" is the Hyundai IONIQ 5. This retro-futuristic work of art goes further in range, power, cutting-edge technology, standard features, comfort, spaciousness, and other areas, too.
Take charge of the future of driving and discover your next EV today. Read on to compare the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Volkswagen ID.4, then visit our dealership to test-drive the IONIQ 5.
In the VW ID.4 vs. IONIQ 5 comparison, you'll find many more powerful benchmarks set by the IONIQ 5.
Both EVs offer single- or dual-motor layouts. The single-motor layouts have rear-wheel drive (RWD), and the dual-motor configurations are all-wheel drive (AWD). The VW ID.4 offers battery sizes ranging from 62 to 82 kWh, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 packs batteries that range from 58 to 77.4 kWh. The exception is the IONIQ 5 N, which has an 84-kWh battery. While Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. VW ID.4 battery capacities reveal that the VW ID.4 has a larger battery in most forms, the IONIQ 5 has a larger power output and higher range estimates.
Despite the similar battery size, the IONIQ 5 dominates the horsepower game. The VW ID.4 RWD models give 201 horsepower, while AWD versions can reach up to 335 horsepower. As for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 for sale, the RWD layouts provide up to 225 horsepower, while AWD variants offer 320 horsepower. The IONIQ 5 N dominates with up to 641 horsepower.
The IONIQ 5 is more powerful, but can it go longer distances? Yes.
The longest-range model for the IONIQ 5 earns an EPA-estimated 303 miles of range,1 while the top model for the VW ID.4 offers an EPA-estimated 291 miles of range.2 IONIQ 5 models at their lowest will deliver an EPA-estimated 220 miles of range,1 while the lowest-rated VW ID.4 models offer an EPA-estimated 206 miles.3
When it comes time to top up that range, you'll be glad to know that both models in the Volkswagen ID.4 vs. Hyundai IONIQ 5 comparison offer fast-charging, but the IONIQ 5 has over 250 kW of fast-charging capabilities, and the VW ID.4 has 140 kW of DC fast-charging capabilities.
Completing the Volkswagen ID.4 vs. Hyundai IONIQ 5 specs comparison, we see that the IONIQ 5 accelerates like a bullet, while the VW ID.4 lags behind. The Hyundai model can offer a 0-60 mph time as fast as 3.2 seconds, while the VW ID.4 taps out with a 4.9-second 0-60 mph time in its fastest trim.
| Battery Sizes: | Up to 84 kWh |
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| Horsepower: | Up to 641 |
| Best 0-60 Time: | 3.2 s |
| EPA-Estimated Range: | Up to 303 miles1 |
| Torque: | Up to 770 lb-ft |
| Max. Cargo Capacity: | 59.3 cu. ft. |
| Battery Sizes: | Up to 82 kWh |
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| Horsepower: | Up to 335 |
| Best 0-60 Time: | 4.9 s |
| EPA-Estimated Range: | Up to 291 miles2 |
| Torque: | Up to 402 lb-ft |
| Max. Cargo Capacity: | 64.2 cu. ft. |
Comparing ID.4 vs. IONIQ 5 display screens is another easy contest. The VW ID.4 gets a standard 5.3-inch digital driver display and a 12-inch touch-screen infotainment display. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers a standard 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster to go with its 12-inch touch-screen infotainment display.
But that's only a part of the interior. The rest of the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 vs. 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 comparison tells a similar story. Standard VW ID.4 seats are cloth-trimmed, with six-way manual adjustability. IONIQ 5 standard seats are trimmed in stain-resistant cloth and include eight-way power adjustability with lumbar support for the driver's seat. Both models, though, have standard heated front seats.
Both Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. VW ID.4 models also have standard dual-zone auto climate control and a leather-wrapped heated steering wheel. The VW ID.4 includes 10-color ambient lighting, while the IONIQ 5 offers 64-color ambient lighting.
The IONIQ 5 benefits continue. A Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Collision Assist, Parking Distance Warning, Forward Collision Avoidance, Lane-Keeping Assistance, Lane-Following Assistance, a Driver Attention Warning, Smart Cruise Control, Highway Driving Assistance, and much more all come as standard features. When comparing Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. VW ID.4 safety features, you'll see that the ID.4 only offers a portion of these features as standard equipment.
VW ID.4 vs. IONIQ 5 measurements start with passenger volume. With the IONIQ 5, you'll find 106.5 cubic feet of it, while the VW ID.4 offers 101.2 cubic feet of passenger volume.
Volkswagen ID.4 electric vehicle vs. Hyundai IONIQ 5 models are two-row, five-seat SUVs. The IONIQ 5 will offer up to 39.4 inches of legroom in the rear seats. In the VW ID.4, rear occupants get 37.6 inches of legroom. You'll get 41.7 inches of legroom in the front seats of an IONIQ 5 and 41.1 inches of front legroom in a VW ID.4.
When you compare the Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. VW ID.4 interior cargo volume, you'll notice that the VW ID.4 has an advantage of nearly 5 cubic feet because VW designers chose to give the driver and passengers a bit less space. However, the VW ID.4 does not include a front trunk, or "frunk," while The IONIQ 5 has a 0.85-cubic-foot frunk. It's a strange choice on the part of the Volkswagen team – the frunk is a major benefit to EVs because they don't have a gas engine under the hood. It's a perk that customers at our Hyundai dealership love.
Both models have a similarly agile size. The IONIQ 5 is 2 inches longer and 1.5 inches wider than the VW ID.4, but the VW ID.4 is 1.5 inches taller.
| # of Passengers: | 5 |
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| Length: | 182.5 in |
| Width: | 74.4 in |
| Height: | 63 in |
| Interior Passenger Volume: | 106.5 cu ft |
| Front Trunk: | Yes |
| # of Passengers: | 5 |
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| Length: | 180.5 in |
| Width: | 72.9 in |
| Height: | 64.5 in |
| Interior Passenger Volume: | 101.2 cu ft |
| Front Trunk: | No |
Now you know that the IONIQ 5 is a competitive maestro of the crossover EV SUV world across almost every category of the ID.4 vs. IONIQ 5 showdown. The ID.4 is just one competitor that it stands above, and when you compare the Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. Toyota Prius, you'll see these competitive benefits continue. If you're ready to experience the IONIQ 5 for yourself, call us to set up a test drive.
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has better range despite having a smaller battery. Single-motor IONIQ 5 SUVs offer a standard EPA-estimated 220 miles of range,1 while single-motor VW ID.4 models offer an EPA-estimated 206 miles.3 In top trims, the IONIQ 5 has an EPA-estimated range of 303 miles,1 and the VW ID.4 has an EPA-estimated 291 miles of range.2
Most Hyundai IONIQ 5 trims are faster than those of the VW ID.4. The RWD VW ID.4 models will offer 201 horsepower, while RWD Hyundai IONIQ 5 models give you up to 225 horsepower. However, AWD versions of the ID.4 can achieve a 335 horsepower output, while AWD IONIQ 5 models lay down 320 horsepower. The IONIQ 5 also achieves higher range estimates.
The first Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. VW ID.4 difference is styling. The IONIQ 5 is a unique retro-futuristic spectacle, while the VW ID.4 is an (arguably) more traditional-looking crossover. The other difference is that the IONIQ 5 has a longer EPA-estimated maximum range while having a nearly identical battery size to the VW ID.4.
1All figures are EPA estimates and for comparison purposes only. Actual range and mileage will vary with options, driving conditions and habits, vehicle and battery's condition and other factors.
22024 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro and Pro S EPA-estimated total range is 291 miles. Actual mileage and range will vary and depend on several factors including driving and charging habits, accessory use, temperature and topography, battery age, load, and vehicle condition. Battery capacity decreases with time and use. See owner’s manual for details.
32024 Volkswagen ID.4 Standard and S EPA-estimated total range is 206 miles. Actual mileage and range will vary and depend on several factors including driving and charging habits, accessory use, temperature and topography, battery age, load, and vehicle condition. Battery capacity decreases with time and use. See owner’s manual for details.
