Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition vs Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 40
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition (2020-2021) for as low as €25930, while the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 40 (2021-2024) begins at €33450.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2021 | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €25930 | €33450 |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition (2020-2021) has a larger battery, the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 40 (2021-2024) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 402 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 501 km | 535 km |
| Range (GCC) | 417 km | 434 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 76.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.5 kWh/100 km | 17.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.42 km/kWh | 5.67 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 7.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 40 (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 143 kW, while the Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition (2020-2021) maxes out at 125 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 125 kW | 143 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.2 | 6.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
With equal motor power, both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 s | 8.5 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition (2020-2021) and Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 40 (2021-2024) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4584 mm | 4588 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1865 mm |
| Height | 1620 mm | 1614 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2765 mm | 2764 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition (2020-2021) 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 1st Edition | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2119 kg | 2120 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 | 6.7 | 6.5 |
