Kia EV5 or Volkswagen ID.4?
What are the main differences between the Kia EV5 and the Volkswagen ID.4?
Per model, the figures across all versions: the from-price of the cheapest version and the span of the rest. A dash means no official source confirms the value.
Kia EV5
- From-price
- €41,495 (price list September 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Range (WLTP)
- 390–530 km
- Power
- 115–225 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- 30 min
- Boot space
- 566 litres (VDA)
- Euro NCAP
- 5 of 5 stars (2025)
- Versions in the price list
- 13
Volkswagen ID.4
- From-price
- €39,990 (price list 1 September 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Range (WLTP)
- 426–563 km
- Power
- 140–250 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- 26 min
- Boot space
- 533 litres
- Euro NCAP
- 5 of 5 stars (2025)
- Versions in the price list
- 5
How do the versions of the Kia EV5 and the Volkswagen ID.4 compare?
The cheapest version of each model side by side, plus the version our review calls the best pick when that is a different one. Rows where the values differ are marked “differs”.
| Feature | Kia EV5 EV5 60,3 kWh Air | Kia EV5 EV5 81,4 kWh Air | Volkswagen ID.4 ID.4 58 kWh Limited Edition | Volkswagen ID.4 ID.4 77 kWh Pro Limited Edition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| List pricediffersBrand price list, date with each price. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | €41,495Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list September 2026 | €44,495Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list September 2026 | €39,990Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 1 September 2026 | €44,990Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 1 September 2026 |
| Fiscal value (company-car tax)differsList price incl. VAT and BPM. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | €40,400 | €43,400 | €38,630 | €43,630 |
| Specifications | ||||
| PowertraindiffersFrom the version’s price list. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | Electric, Front-wheel drive | Electric, Front-wheel drive | Electric | Electric |
| PowerdiffersSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | 115 kW (156 hp) | 160 kW (217 hp) | 140 kW (190 hp) | 210 kW (286 hp) |
| 0-100 km/hdiffersSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | 10 s | 8.4 s | 8.5 s | 6.7 s |
| Range or consumption (WLTP)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | 390 km | 530 km16.9 kWh/100 km | 426 km16.32 kWh/100 km | 563 km15.79 kWh/100 km |
| Battery capacity (net)differsSource: Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | 58 kWh | 77 kWh |
| AC chargingSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | 11 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| DC fast charging (max.)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | 150 kW | 150 kW | 105 kW | 165 kW |
| Fast charging 10-80 %differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | not confirmed in an official source | 30 min | 26 min | 29 min |
| Kerb weightdiffersSource: Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | 2,065 kg | 2,135 kg |
| Towing capacity (braked)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | 1,000 kg | 1,200 kg | 1,000 kg | 1,000 kg |
| Boot spacediffersSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | 566 l | 566 l | 533 l | 533 l |
| Dimensions (l × w × h)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | 4,610 × 1,875 × 1,680 mm | 4,610 × 1,875 × 1,680 mm | 4,584 × 1,852 × 1,634 mm | 4,584 × 1,852 × 1,634 mm |
| Euro NCAPEuro NCAP, with the test year. Source: Euro NCAP, 19 November 2025; Euro NCAP, 15 October 2025 | 5 of 5 stars (2025) | 5 of 5 stars (2025) | 5 of 5 stars (2025) | 5 of 5 stars (2025) |
| Costs (computed) | ||||
| Company-car tax per month (gross)differsComputed: 2026 rules (Belastingdienst), first admission 2026-10-27, no income, on the fiscal value above. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | €641€7,688 a year on €40,400 | €696€8,348 a year on €43,400 | €608€7,299 a year on €38,630 | €700€8,399 a year on €43,630 |
| Road tax per quarterdiffersComputed: 2026 rates on kerb weight (Belastingdienst, since 1 July 2026), lowest to highest province. Source: Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | €271 – €296all provinces, 2026 | €271 – €296all provinces, 2026 |
| Electricity or fuel per 100 kmdiffersComputed: WLTP consumption (highest value) × home 2026-09 (electricity) or Euro95 2026-10-19 (CBS). Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel), 1 September 2026 | not confirmed in an official source | €4.3916.9 kWh/100 km | €4.2416.32 kWh/100 km | €4.1015.79 kWh/100 km |
When do you choose the Kia EV5 and when the Volkswagen ID.4?
Choose the Kia EV5 if…
- you want a roomy electric family SUV; ANWB and Autozine call passenger and luggage space generous
- you value comfort and a long warranty over the fastest charging
- you want to tow: up to 1,200 kg (front-wheel drive) or 1,800 kg (all-wheel drive)
Choose the Volkswagen ID.4 if…
- You want an electric crossover with a 533-litre boot.
- You want more power and range than the 58 kWh version: the 77 kWh versions are rated at 524 to 563 km WLTP and 286 to 340 hp.
- You tow: the 4MOTION versions may tow 1,800 kg braked.
These lists come from our own review of each model (compiled with the help of AI from the sources listed, facts checked automatically; we have not driven the cars). They are not a verdict on which of the two is better.
What do the Kia EV5 and the Volkswagen ID.4 cost per month?
Example scenario: 5 years, 15,000 km a year, the cheapest version of each
We have too few confirmed figures for this version (consumption, weight) for an example calculation. Enter them yourself in the calculator.
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Volkswagen ID.4 costs per month: electricity about €53 (WLTP consumption 16.3 kWh/100 km, €0.26 per kWh (home, CBS 2026-09)) and road tax €99 – €109 depending on the province, together €152 – €161 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.
| Model | Electricity or fuel | Road tax | Together (excl. depreciation, insurance, maintenance) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kia EV5EV5 60,3 kWh Air | – | – | – |
| Volkswagen ID.4ID.4 58 kWh Limited Edition | €53 | €99 – €109 | €152 – €161 |
Not included: depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance (those depend on you); a missing consumption or weight shows as a dash.
Are there used Kia EV5 or Volkswagen ID.4 cars for sale?
- Volkswagen ID.4: 206 used cars in our stock, from €18,950. See the used cars
Frequently asked questions
What do the Kia EV5 and the Volkswagen ID.4 cost?
The Kia EV5 costs from €41,495 (price list September 2026) and the Volkswagen ID.4 from €39,990 (price list 1 September 2026).
Which goes further, the Kia EV5 or the Volkswagen ID.4?
According to WLTP the Kia EV5 manages 390–530 km and the Volkswagen ID.4 426–563 km. The Volkswagen ID.4 goes the furthest.
How big is the boot of the Kia EV5 and the Volkswagen ID.4?
The boot of the Kia EV5 holds 566 litres (VDA) and the Volkswagen ID.4 533 litres. The measuring methods differ, so the figures are not like for like.
Which charges faster, the Kia EV5 or the Volkswagen ID.4?
Fast charging from 10 to 80 % takes from 30 min in the Kia EV5 and from 26 min in the Volkswagen ID.4 (quickest version).
How safe are the Kia EV5 and the Volkswagen ID.4 according to Euro NCAP?
The Kia EV5 scored 5 of 5 stars (2025 test) and the Volkswagen ID.4 5 of 5 stars (2025 test).
Where can you read more about the Kia EV5 and the Volkswagen ID.4?
- All versions and specifications of the Kia EV5
- All versions and specifications of the Volkswagen ID.4
- Our review of the Kia EV5
- Our review of the Volkswagen ID.4
- Pick and compare versions yourself
Other comparisons
Sources
- Kia Nederland B.V.: De Kia EV5. Prijslijst september 2026. (code ZK601EV5090SEP26, MY27.01) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Kia Nederland B.V.: De Kia EV5 (modelpagina; the earlier /ev5/presales/ URL redirects here) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe Kia personenauto's per handelsbenaming, 2026 t/m 2026-10-24 (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: Kia EV5 2025 (Standard) (document date 19 November 2025, checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: Volkswagen personenauto's, nieuw in NL (datum eerste toelating = datum eerste tenaamstelling NL), 2026-01-01 t/m 2026-10-24, per handelsbenaming (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: aantal zitplaatsen en laagste catalogusprijs per handelsbenaming (Tiguan, T-Roc, Tayron, ID.4, ID.7), nieuw in NL 2026 (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Volkswagen Nederland (Pon's Automobielhandel): De ID.4 Limited Edition - Informatie en prijzen per 1 september 2026 (modeljaar 2027) (document date 1 September 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: Euro NCAP 2025 safety results for Volkswagen ID.4, rated 5 stars (document date 15 October 2025, checked on 26 October 2026)
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