USA EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.5 Pro vs Tesla Roadster 2025
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General Info
The Tesla Roadster 2025 is announced, but not yet in production. The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) is a SUV, whereas the Tesla Roadster 2025 is a Roadster.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2023 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | Roadster |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $200000 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 7.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Tesla Roadster 2025 offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 620 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 333 mi | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 281 mi | 589 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 200 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 190 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 27.4 kWh/100 mi | 32.3 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.65 mi/kWh | 3.1 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 8.6 |
Charging
The Tesla Roadster 2025 features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) maxes out at 135 kW.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 135 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 9.5 |
Performance
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) is rear-wheel drive, while the Tesla Roadster 2025 offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 128 kW | 1000 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 172 hp | 1341 hp |
| Motor Torque | 173 lb-ft | 1106 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 10 s | 1.9 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 250 mph |
| Performance Score | 2.8 | 8.8 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) is longer and taller, but the Tesla Roadster 2025 is wider.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 181.1 in | 165.4 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 83 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 72.9 in | 78.7 in |
| Height | 63.5 in | 47.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.9 in | 110.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Volkswagen ID.5 Pro (2022-2023) has a towing capacity of up to 2200 lb, whereas the Tesla Roadster 2025 is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 Pro | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 4502 lb | 4409 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 19.4 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 55.1 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2200 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 2.5 |
