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BMW iX1 vs Volkswagen ID.5

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.

BMW iX1 vs Volkswagen ID.5

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.

 
  BMW iX1 Volkswagen ID.5
Price $48,000.00 $45,000.00
Our Rating 8.0 5.5
Brand BMW VOLKSWAGEN
Category Cars Cars

MODEL

Models BMW iX1 eDrive20
BMW iX1 xDrive30
Volkswagen ID.5 Pure
Volkswagen ID.5 Pro
Volkswagen ID.5 GTX

LAUNCH

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

PERFORMANCE

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

BATTERY

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

BODY

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

DISPLAYS

Centre 10.3" touchscreen 12.9" touchscreen
Driver's Display 10.7" 5.3"
Head-Up Yes Yes, with augmented reality

COMFORT

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

SAFETY

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

Note

Others 05 September 2023: Initial release price 47,900 EUR
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