Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.5 GTX vs Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) has a starting price of €56455, compared to the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…), which starts at €48000.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €56455 | €48000 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €37740 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7 | 6.8 |
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 | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 463 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 533 km | 515 km |
| Range (GCC) | 453 km | 444 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 73.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 69 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 15.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 6.43 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 8.1 |
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 | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 6.3 |
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 | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 252 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 338 hp |
| Motor Torque | 679 Nm | 338 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 s | 5 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 4.4 |
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 | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4599 mm | 4690 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1860 mm |
| Height | 1616 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2770 mm | 2850 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 | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2242 kg | 2120 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 549 l | 452 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1561 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 6.9 |