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Ford Capri vs VW ID.4 (2021-2023)
Selected trimPure Performance 52kWh · 2021-23Change trim222 mi · 52 kWh · £40,275
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Capri leads on value for money and charging speed, while the VW ID.4 leads on running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Capri if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the VW ID.4 (2021-2023) if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Ford Capri edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueFord
Ford
6.4
VW
5.2
Motorway Range
Ford
4
VW
3.9
Too close to call
Family
Ford
7.9
VW
8.1
Too close to call
ChargingFord
Ford
4.6
VW
2.7
Cost Per MileVW
Ford
4.7
VW
6.4
City DrivingVW
Ford
5.1
VW
6.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | VW ID.4Pure Performance 52kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,985 (better) | £40,275 |
| Official range | 286 miles (better) | 222 miles |
| Boot space | 572 L (better) | 533 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Ford Capri
VW ID.4
Length
Ford Capri4,634mm
VW ID.44,584mm-50mm
Width
Ford Capri1,872mm
VW ID.41,852mm-20mm
Height
Ford Capri1,626mm-8mm
VW ID.41,634mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | VW ID.4Pure Performance 52kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,634 mm | 4,584 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,872 mm | 1,852 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,063 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,626 mm | 1,634 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 528 mm spare | 548 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | VW ID.4Pure Performance 52kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 916 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 572 L (better) | 533 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1510 L | 1575 L (better) |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,000 kg (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Capri Style Standard Range 58kWh |  VW ID.4 Pure Performance 52kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.63m | 4.58m-50mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.85m-20mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | Not available |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.63m+8mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.77m+4mm |
| Ground Clearance | 187mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 572L (better) | 533L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1510L | 1575L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 916mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,914kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh (better) | 52kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 286 mi (better) | 222 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW | 110kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,985 (better) | £40,275 |
| Price after EV grant | £35,485 (-£1,500) | £40,275 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2021–2023 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | VW ID.4Pure Performance 52kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 286 miles (better) | 222 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles (better) | 185 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW | 110 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | Not available |
| Energy consumption | 156 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh (better) | 52 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | VW ID.4Pure Performance 52kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 9 sec |
| Power | 140 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Ford Capri
Style Standard Range 58kWh
VW ID.4
Pure Performance 52kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Capri Style Standard Range 58kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - VW ID.4 Pure Performance 52kWh
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist85%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | VW ID.4Pure Performance 52kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag infotainment & software. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Ford Capri
Style Standard Range 58kWh
Owners love
- Owners report realistic ranges of 300 miles or more and good efficiency, especially on the rear-wheel-drive car.
- It is comfortable and easy to drive, with light steering and a good driving position.
- The boot is large and the cabin roomy for a coupe-SUV, so it works as a family car.
Watch out for
- The FordPass app is slow to connect and less capable than rival apps.
- The infotainment menus are jumbled, and the touch-sensitive steering wheel buttons draw criticism.
- There are no physical climate controls.
Owner tips
- Try the FordPass app before you buy if you rely on remote charging and preconditioning.
- Use phone mirroring for navigation rather than the built-in menus.
VW ID.4
Pure Performance 52kWh
Owners love
- Owners consistently praise the comfortable ride, quiet cabin and generous rear-seat and boot space.
- Running costs on a home tariff are very low, and the 11 kW on-board charger makes home charging easy.
- Rapid charging holds a steady, consistent speed across most of a charge.
Watch out for
- Software is the most common complaint: slow or buggy infotainment, screen reboots, weak navigation and a limited, unreliable phone app on early cars.
- Scheduled and app-controlled charging is unreliable for some owners, stopping short or not starting.
- Some owners report charging faults, including the cable not engaging or releasing properly, that dealers were slow to diagnose.
Owner tips
- Check that the car has had its software updates; many early complaints were fixed by later versions.
- If scheduled charging misbehaves, set the charging times on the home charger or in the car rather than in the app.
Buying options
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Ford Capri
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VW ID.4
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Ford Capri
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VW ID.4
- £16,4512022Car360View
- £18,9872023Car360View
- £18,2942023Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the VW ID.4 worth the extra £3,290 over the Ford Capri?
The VW ID.4 costs £3,290 more than the Ford Capri. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Ford Capri is not just cheaper - it also offers 64 miles more WLTP range and a 1.0s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Ford Capri comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Capri or the VW ID.4?
The Ford Capri is £3,290 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Ford Capri comes out roughly £3,250 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford Capri and VW ID.4 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Ford Capri and 185 miles for the VW ID.4 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Capri or the VW ID.4?
The two are within 20 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 548 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.4 and about 528 mm of total clearance for the Ford Capri. The VW ID.4 also turns in a 0.7 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Capri or the VW ID.4?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Ford Capri and 87% for the VW ID.4. That gives the Ford Capri a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Ford Capri's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the VW ID.4's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .