Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.4 Pure vs Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2023-…) has a starting price of €40335, compared to the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…), which starts at €54950.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €40335 | €54950 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €26290 | €42790 |
| GCC Score | 6 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2023-…).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 364 km | 562 km |
| Range (GCC) | 318 km | 453 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 55 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 52 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.12 km/kWh | 5.88 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 7.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 145 kW, while the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) maxes out at 135 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 145 kW | 135 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 125 kW | 210 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 168 hp | 282 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 545 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2023-…) and Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4584 mm | 4588 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1865 mm |
| Height | 1634 mm | 1614 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2770 mm | 2764 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (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).
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1000 kg).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1987 kg | 2145 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 543 l | 535 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1575 l | 1460 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 6.5 |
