Global EV Comparison: Mazda MX-30 Electric vs Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance
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General Info
The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €35990. The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €26930 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2021-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €35990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €13000 | €26930 |
| GCC Score | 4.8 | 5.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…).
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 161 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 200 km | 361 km |
| Range (GCC) | 161 km | 305 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 35.5 kWh | 55 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 30 kWh | 52 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.37 km/kWh | 5.87 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.5 | 6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Performance
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) is rear-wheel drive, while the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 107 kW | 125 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 143 hp | 168 hp |
| Motor Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.7 s | 9 s |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.6 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4395 mm | 4584 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2035 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1795 mm | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1555 mm | 1642 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2655 mm | 2765 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the Mazda MX-30 Electric (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Mazda MX-30 Electric | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1720 kg | 1891 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 366 l | 543 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1171 l | 1575 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 6.9 |
