Global EV Comparison: Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh vs Volkswagen ID.5 GTX
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) has a starting price of €48000, compared to the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…), which starts at €56455.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €48000 | €56455 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €37740 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…).
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 463 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 515 km | 533 km |
| Range (GCC) | 444 km | 453 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73.1 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.5 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.43 km/kWh | 5.88 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.1 | 7.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 6.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 252 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 338 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 338 Nm | 679 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5 s | 5.4 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…).
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4690 mm | 4599 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1650 mm | 1616 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…).
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2120 kg | 2242 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 452 l | 549 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1561 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1200 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 6.7 |
