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Audi Q4 e-tron Sportback vs Volkswagen ID.5
Audi Q4 e‑tron Sportback and Volkswagen ID.5 are electric SUVs designed for buyers who want a mix of style and practicality in the mid‑size segment. The Q4 Sportback targets buyers who prefer a premium badge with refined interiors and sporty styling. The ID.5 fits buyers who want a larger EV with good range and efficient charging at a mainstream price.
Range for the Q4 Sportback reaches around 520 km in WLTP estimates, slightly below the ID.5’s top variants, which can reach about 540 km. On fast charging, the Q4 accepts up to 135 kW, while the ID.5 supports slightly higher peak rates, allowing faster stops on long trips. Both handle home AC charging effectively.
Price for the Q4 Sportback sits above the ID.5, reflecting its premium positioning. Both are widely available across Europe, with limited availability in other regions. This comparison helps buyers weigh brand preference, interior quality, driving dynamics, range, and charging convenience.
Pros and cons: The Q4 Sportback delivers refined interior, sporty handling, and strong build quality but has slightly lower range and higher price. The ID.5 offers longer range, faster peak charging, and spacious interior but has a less premium feel and softer handling.
Quick verdict; Choose Q4 Sportback for premium style and driving dynamics. Choose ID.5 for range and charging efficiency.
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| Price | $47,000.00 $45,000.00 |
| Our Rating | |
| Brand | AUDI VOLKSWAGEN |
| Category | Electric Cars Electric Cars |
MODEL
| Available Trims / Variants |
Audi Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron Audi Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron Audi Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron Audi Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro Audi Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro Volkswagen ID.5 Pure Volkswagen ID.5 Pro Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
PRICE & AVAILABILITY
| Base Price (USD) |
€ 47,600 - Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron € 48,200 £ 48,100 - Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron € 55,000 - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron € 57,000 - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro $ 58,200 € 61,000 - Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro € 45,300 £ 41,100 - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure € 49,000 - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro € 56,460 - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Availability Status |
Available to order. Released 2024, July - Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron Available to order. Released 2025, February - Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron Available to order. Released 2023, September - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron Available to order. Released 2023, September - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro Available to order. Released 2023, September - Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro Available to order. Released 2024, June - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure Available. Released 2023, October - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro Available to order. Released 2023, October - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
BATTERY & CHARGING
| Battery Capacity |
52 kWh usable, 55 kWh total - Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron 59 kWh usable, 63 kWh total - Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron 77 kWh usable, 82 kWh total - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron 77 kWh usable, 82 kWh total - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro 77 kWh usable, 82 kWh total - Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro 55 kWh usable, 52 kWh total - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure 77 kWh usable - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro 77 kWh usable - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) |
227 mi WLTP - Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron 263 mi WLTP - Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron 349 mi WLTP - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron 335 mi WLTP - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro 334 mi WLTP (258 mi EPA) - Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro 227 mi WLTP - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure 345 mi WLTP - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro 331 mi WLTP - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| DC Charging (Max kW) |
CCS 145 kW max, 10-80% in 25 min - Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron CCS 165 kW max, 10-80% in 24 min - Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron CCS 135 kW max, 10-80% in 28 min - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron CCS 175 kW max, 10-80% in 28 min - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro CCS 175 kW max, 10-80% in 28 min - Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro CCS 145 kW, 10-80% in 25 min - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure CCS 135 kW, 10-80% in 28 min - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro CCS 175 kW, 10-80% in 28 min - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| AC Charging (Max kW) |
Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 5 hours 30 min - Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron Type 2 11 kW - Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8 hours 17 min - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8 hours 17 min - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8 hours 17 min - Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 5 hours 45 min - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8 hours - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8 hours - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Energy Consumption |
264 Wh/mi WLTP - Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron 257 Wh/mi WLTP - Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron 251 Wh/mi WLTP - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron 261 Wh/mi WLTP - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro 262 Wh/mi WLTP - Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro 264 Wh/mi WLTP - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure 254 Wh/mi WLTP - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro 264 Wh/mi WLTP - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
PERFORMANCE
| Power Output (kW / hp) |
RWD 170 hp (125 kW) - Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron RWD 204 hp (150 kW) - Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron RWD 286 hp (210 kW) - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron AWD 286 hp (210 kW) - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro AWD 335 hp (250 kW) - Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro RWD 170 hp (125 kW) - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure RWD 286 hp (210 kW) - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro AWD 340 hp (250 kW) - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
9 sec 0-62 mph - Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron 8.1 sec 0-62 mph - Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron 6.7 sec 0-62 mph - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron 6.6 sec 0-62 mph - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro 5 sec 0-60 mph (5.4 sec 0-62 mph) - Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro 8.9 sec 0-62 mph - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure 6.7 sec 0-62 mph - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro 5.4 sec 0-62 mph - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Torque (Nm) |
310 Nm (229 lb-ft) - Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) - Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron 545 Nm (402 lb-ft) - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron 679 Nm (501 lb-ft) - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro 679 Nm (501 lb-ft) - Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure 545 Nm (402 lb-ft) - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) |
99 mph (160 km/h) - Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron 99 mph (160 km/h) - Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron 112 mph (180 km/h) - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron 112 mph (180 km/h) - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro 112 mph (180 km/h) - Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro 99 mph (160 km/h) - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure 112 mph (180 km/h) - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro 112 mph (180 km/h) - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
BODY & DIMENSIONS
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 4588 x 1865 x 1614 mm (180.6 x 73.4 x 63.5 in) 4599 x 1852 x 1616 mm (181.1 x 72.9 x 63.6 in) |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) |
EU: 535 l, 1460 l max EU: 549 l, 1561 l max |
| Body Style | 5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Kerb Weight (kg) |
EU: 1990 kg unladen, 2500 kg gross - Q4 Sportback 35 e-tron EU: 2035 kg unladen, 2540 kg gross - Q4 Sportback 40 e-tron EU: 2145 kg unladen, 2660 kg gross - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron EU: 2235 kg unladen, 2750 kg gross - Q4 Sportback 45 e-tron quattro EU: 2235 kg unladen, 2750 kg gross - Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro EU: 1970 kg unladen, 2490 kg gross - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure EU: 2143 kg unladen, 2680 kg gross - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro EU: 2242 kg unladen, 2760 kg gross - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) | No |
SAFETY & DRIVER ASSISTANCE
COMFORT & SEATING
| Seating Capacity | Heated front seats Heated and ventilated front seats, massage |
DISPLAYS & CONNECTIVITY
| Centre Screen (inches) | 10.1" Full HD touchscreen 12.9" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display (inches) | 10.25" 5.3" |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | Yes, with augmented reality Yes, with augmented reality |
TECHNOLOGY
ADDITIONAL SPECS
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Disclaimer Note
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
