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Tesla Model Y vs VW ID.4
Selected trimRWDChange trim314 mi · Not available · £41,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Tesla Model Y leads on charging speed, while the VW ID.4 leads on value for money, motorway range and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Tesla Model Y if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the VW ID.4 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.4 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueVW
Tesla
6.5
VW
7.4
Motorway RangeVW
Tesla
5.8
VW
6.7
Family
Tesla
7.8
VW
8.1
Too close to call
ChargingTesla
Tesla
7
VW
5.7
Cost Per Mile
Tesla
7.7
VW
7.5
Too close to call
City DrivingVW
Tesla
3
VW
6.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
VW ID.4
Pro Essential
- £4,995 cheaper
- 38 miles more WLTP range
- 1.9 m tighter turning circle
- 1000 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £41,990 | £36,995 (better) |
| Official range | 314 miles | 352 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 854 L (better) | 533 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.9 sec | 6.7 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Tesla Model Y
VW ID.4
Length
Tesla Model Y4,794mm
VW ID.44,584mm-210mm
Width
Tesla Model Y1,981mm
VW ID.41,852mm-129mm
Height
Tesla Model Y1,621mm-13mm
VW ID.41,634mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,794 mm | 4,584 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,981 mm | 1,852 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,129 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,621 mm | 1,634 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 419 mm spare | 548 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 854 L (better) | 533 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 2118 L (better) | 1575 L |
| Frunk | 117 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,000 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Tesla Model Y
- 3rd-largest boot among SUVs in our catalogue at 854 L.
- A 117 L frunk, one of 6 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 117 L or more.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of SUVs we track.
VW ID.4
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Tesla Model Y RWD |  VW ID.4 Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.79m | 4.58m-210mm |
| Width | 1.98m | 1.85m-129mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.13m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.63m+13mm |
| Wheelbase | Not available | 2.77m |
| Ground Clearance | 162mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 854L (better) | 533L |
| Boot (seats down) | 2118L (better) | 1575L |
| Frunk | 117L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,906kg (better) | 2,136kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | Not available | 79kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 314 mi | 352 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 175kW (better) | 165kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £41,990 | £36,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £41,990 (not eligible) | £35,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 314 miles | 352 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 251 miles | 293 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 175 kW (better) | 165 kW |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 138 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | Not available | 79 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.9 sec | 6.7 sec (better) |
| Power | Not available | 210 kW |
| Torque | Not available | 545 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Tesla Model Y
RWD
VW ID.4
Pro Essential
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £38,121 | £30,440 |
| Average used price | £40,783 | £32,720 |
| Saving vs RRP | £1,207 below new | £4,275 below new |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model Y RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - VW ID.4 Pro Essential
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users84%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Tesla Model Y
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
VW ID.4
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Tesla Model Y
- £38,1212025Car360View
- £43,4442025Castle EVView
VW ID.4
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tesla Model Y worth the extra £4,995 over the VW ID.4?
The Tesla Model Y costs £4,995 more than the VW ID.4. For that premium it adds 321 litres more boot space. The VW ID.4 is not just cheaper - it also offers 38 miles more WLTP range. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.4 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Tesla Model Y or the VW ID.4?
The VW ID.4 is £4,995 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.4 comes out roughly £4,995 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Tesla Model Y and VW ID.4 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 251 miles for the Tesla Model Y and 293 miles for the VW ID.4 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The VW ID.4 goes roughly 42 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Tesla Model Y or the VW ID.4?
The VW ID.4 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 129 mm narrower than the Tesla Model Y. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 548 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.4 and about 419 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model Y. The VW ID.4 also turns in a 1.9 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Tesla Model Y or the VW ID.4?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Tesla Model Y and 84% for the VW ID.4. That gives the Tesla Model Y a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Tesla Model Y'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.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .