BMW iX1 and Volkswagen ID.5 are electric SUVs for buyers who want daily usability with zero tailpipe emissions. Both sit in compact to mid-size SUV segments. The iX1 fits buyers who want a premium brand badge with efficient urban driving. The ID.5 fits buyers who want a spacious cabin and long range for mixed use.
Range for the iX1 is around 413 km per charge in real use. The ID.5 offers closer to 520 km per charge in real use. The ID.5’s battery and aerodynamics give it a longer driving distance before recharge. On fast charging, the ID.5 accepts higher peak power which shortens stop time on long trips. The iX1’s charging rate is lower but steady on most stations.

Price for the iX1 sits above the ID.5’s base price in most markets. The ID.5 is widely sold in Europe and expanding into some other regions. The iX1 has limited availability outside Europe. This comparison helps you choose based on range needs, charging speed, and budget position.
The iX1 offers premium interior trim, compact footprint for tight roads, and strong brand perception but has shorter range and slower charging. The ID.5 offers longer range, faster charging, and spacious cargo area but has less premium fit and firmer ride feel.
Quick verdict
Choose iX1 for brand and urban use. Choose ID.5 for range and charging performance.
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| Price | $48,000.00 $45,000.00 |
| Our Rating | |
| Brand | BMW VOLKSWAGEN |
| Category | Cars Cars |
| Models |
BMW iX1 eDrive20 BMW iX1 xDrive30 Volkswagen ID.5 Pure Volkswagen ID.5 Pro Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Announced |
2023, September 05
2024, June - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure 2023, October 10 - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro 2023, October 10 - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Status |
Available. Released 2023, October
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 |
| Country of origin | Germany |
| Base Price |
€ 48,000 £ 46,800
€ 45,300 £ 41,100 - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure € 49,000 - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro € 56,460 - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Power |
FWD 204 hp (150 kW)
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 |
| Torque |
247 Nm (182 lb-ft)
310 Nm (229 lb-ft) - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure 545 Nm (402 lb-ft) - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro |
| Acceleration 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. |
8.6 sec 0-62 mph
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 |
| Max Speed |
106 mph (170 km/h)
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 |
| transmission | Single-speed |
| Capacity |
64.8 kWh usable, 66.5 kWh total
55 kWh usable, 52 kWh total - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure 77 kWh usable - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro 77 kWh usable - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Tech |
Air-cooled Li-ion 400V
Liquid-cooled Li-Ion NCM (400V type) - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure Liquid-cooled Li-ion 352V (400V type) - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro Liquid-cooled Li-ion 352V (400V type) - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Range |
295 mi WLTP
227 mi WLTP - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure 345 mi WLTP - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro 331 mi WLTP - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Consumption |
248 Wh/mi WLTP
264 Wh/mi WLTP - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure 254 Wh/mi WLTP - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro 264 Wh/mi WLTP - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Recuperation | Yes Yes, via driving modes and driving profiles |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 6 hours 30 min Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 6 hours 30 min 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 |
| DC Charging |
CCS 130 kW max, 10-80% in 29 min
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 |
| Others | V2H via DC 10 kW |
| Type | 5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform | CLAR MEB |
| Dimensions | 4500 x 1845 x 1642 mm (177.2 x 72.6 x 64.6 in) 4599 x 1852 x 1616 mm (181.1 x 72.9 x 63.6 in) |
| Drag Co-Efficient | 0.26 Cd |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm (106.0 in) 2770 mm (109.1 in) |
| Weight |
EU: 1940 kg unladen, 2435 kg gross
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 |
| Suspension | Front single-joint spring strut, rear three-link axle; adaptive M suspension with frequency-selective damping Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link |
| Wheels | R17, R18, R19, R20 R19, R20, R21 |
| Trunk/Boot | EU: 490 l, 1495 l max EU: 549 l, 1561 l max |
| Frunk/Bonnet | No No |
| Towing |
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 750 kg braked
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1000 kg braked - Volkswagen ID.5 Pure EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1000 kg braked - Volkswagen ID.5 Pro EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1200 kg braked - Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
| Centre | 10.3" touchscreen 12.9" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display | 10.7" 5.3" |
| Head-Up | Yes Yes, with augmented reality |
| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats Heated and ventilated front seats, massage |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof, tilt & slide Panoramic glass sunroof |
| Parking Aids | 12 front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera 8 front and rear sensors, 360 camera, front and reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Airbags | Front, side, rear, head airbag system 6 airbags: front, side, rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving Aids | 12 sensors, 4 cameras. Steering and Lane Control Assistant, Automatic Speed Limit Assist, Active Lane Guidance, Park Distance Control, Parking Assistant, Reversing Assistant, Lateral Parking Aid, Front collision warning, High beam assist Front radar, 2 rear corner radars, front camera. Lane Assist, Dynamic Road Sign Display, Light Assist, Emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist monitoring, Travel Assist with swarm data, Side Assist, Oncoming vehicle braking when turning and swerve support |
| Others | 05 September 2023: Initial release price 47,900 EUR |
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