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Skoda Peaq vs VW ID.5
At a glance
In this comparison, Skoda Peaq leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the VW ID.5 leads on value for money and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Skoda Peaq if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the VW ID.5 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Peaq leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueVW
Skoda
6
VW
7.4
Motorway RangeSkoda
Skoda
8.2
VW
6.7
FamilySkoda
Skoda
9.5
VW
8.3
ChargingSkoda
Skoda
6.5
VW
5.7
Cost Per Mile
Skoda
7.3
VW
7.5
Too close to call
City DrivingVW
Skoda
3.1
VW
6.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Skoda Peaq
SE L 90
- 50 miles more WLTP range
- 351 litres more boot space
- 34 kW faster rapid charging
- 2 more seats
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 | VW ID.5Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £51,980 | £36,995 (better) |
| Official range | 402 miles (better) | 352 miles |
| Boot space | 890 L (better) | 539 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min (better) | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.1 sec | 6.7 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Skoda Peaq
VW ID.5
Length
Skoda Peaq4,870mm
VW ID.54,599mm-271mm
Width
Skoda Peaq1,867mm
VW ID.51,852mm-15mm
Height
Skoda Peaq1,664mm
VW ID.51,618mm-46mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 | VW ID.5Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,870 mm | 4,599 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,867 mm | 1,852 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,984 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,664 mm | 1,618 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.4 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 533 mm spare | 548 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 | VW ID.5Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7 (better) | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 890 L (better) | 539 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 2075 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 37 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,000 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Skoda Peaq
- 1st-largest boot among SUVs in our catalogue at 890 L.
- 402 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,870 mm, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
VW ID.5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Skoda Peaq SE L 90 |  VW ID.5 Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.87m | 4.60m-271mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.85m-15mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | Not available |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.62m-46mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.96m | 2.77m-194mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 890L (better) | 539L |
| Boot (seats down) | 2075L | Not available |
| Frunk | 37L | Not available |
| Seats | 7 (better) | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.4m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 2,128kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,000kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 91kWh (better) | 79kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 402 mi (better) | 352 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 199kW (better) | 165kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £51,980 | £36,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £51,980 (not eligible) | £35,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2027+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 | VW ID.5Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 402 miles (better) | 352 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 335 miles (better) | 293 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 199 kW (better) | 165 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 86 kWh (better) | 79 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | NMC |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 | VW ID.5Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.1 sec | 6.7 sec (better) |
| Power | 210 kW | 210 kW |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Skoda Peaq
SE L 90
VW ID.5
Pro Essential
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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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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - VW ID.5 Pro Essential
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 | Skoda PeaqSE L 90 | VW ID.5Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Skoda Peaq
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VW ID.5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Frequently asked questions
Is the Skoda Peaq worth the extra £14,985 over the VW ID.5?
The Skoda Peaq costs £14,985 more than the VW ID.5. For that premium it adds 50 miles more WLTP range, 34 kW faster peak rapid charging and 351 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Peaq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Skoda Peaq or the VW ID.5?
The VW ID.5 is £14,985 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the VW ID.5 comes out roughly £14,985 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Skoda Peaq and VW ID.5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 335 miles for the Skoda Peaq and 293 miles for the VW ID.5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Skoda Peaq goes roughly 42 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Skoda Peaq or the VW ID.5?
The two are within 15 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.5 and about 533 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Peaq. The VW ID.5 also turns in a 1.2 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .