Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.5 GTX vs Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor
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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 Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…), which starts at €49990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Belgium |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €56455 | €49990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €37740 | €34900 |
| GCC Score | 7 | 6.5 |
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 Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 533 km | 479 km |
| Range (GCC) | 453 km | 399 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 70 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 67 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 5.96 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 7.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 175 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 | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 6.3 |
Performance
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 175 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 235 hp |
| Motor Torque | 679 Nm | 420 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 4.2 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) has a longer body, while the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4599 mm | 4425 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 2034 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1873 mm |
| Height | 1616 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2770 mm | 2702 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…), but the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX | Volvo XC40 Recharge (EX40) Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2242 kg | 2040 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 549 l | 410 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1561 l | 1295 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 31 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 6.7 |
