VW ID.5
VW ID.5 Pro Essential
Previous versions (2)
The VW ID.5 Pro Essential is an electric SUV. Explore its available range, charging and practicality figures; we do not yet hold enough measured data to identify its main advantages over rivals.
What owners say: Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel. Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
Range
352 mi
Battery
79kWh
Charge
165kW
Specifications
Dimensions
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6.2/10
4 reviews
Euro NCAP Safety
Tested 2021
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel.
- It is easy to live with as a first EV, with a comfortable ride and low servicing costs.
- The adjustable regenerative braking works well for everyday driving.
Watch Out For
- Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
- Some owners report app problems, such as wrong charge or range readings when used with smart chargers.
- One owner reports key fob batteries draining within about a month.
Owner Tips
- Test the touch controls carefully on the test drive.
- Set charging schedules in the car rather than through several apps at once.
- Treat the GTX as a comfortable all-wheel-drive family car rather than a sports car.
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Size Overview
Length
4.60m
Width
1.85m
Height
1.62m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry - good longevity with proper charging habits
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the VW ID.5 Pro Essential is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 278 miles in summer and 206 miles in winter. After 5 years, the VW ID.5 Pro Essential is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 268 miles in summer and 198 miles in winter. After 8 years, the VW ID.5 Pro Essential is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 252 miles in summer and 186 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.
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Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £534/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £359/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).
Buyer's guide
Used VW ID.5 buyer's guide
A used VW ID.5 buyer’s guide: Pro 174 PS, Pro Performance and GTX vs the 2024-on 286 PS Pro, the software issues and updates, the heat pump, warranty left, the door-handle recall, real-world range, what to pay vs new with the grant, and a printable checklist.
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The VW ID.5 Pure Match is one of the cheapest EVs to run, about 1.8p a mile on an off-peak tariff, about £1,903 a year less than a petrol equivalent.
What owners say: Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel. Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
Range
271 mi
Battery
58kWh
Charge
105kW
Specifications
Dimensions
EVcarsguide Scores
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What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel.
- It is easy to live with as a first EV, with a comfortable ride and low servicing costs.
- The adjustable regenerative braking works well for everyday driving.
Watch Out For
- Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
- Some owners report app problems, such as wrong charge or range readings when used with smart chargers.
- One owner reports key fob batteries draining within about a month.
Owner Tips
- Test the touch controls carefully on the test drive.
- Set charging schedules in the car rather than through several apps at once.
- Treat the GTX as a comfortable all-wheel-drive family car rather than a sports car.
Videos
Size Overview
Length
4.60m
Width
1.85m
Height
1.62m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry - good longevity with proper charging habits
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the VW ID.5 Pure Match is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 214 miles in summer and 159 miles in winter. After 5 years, the VW ID.5 Pure Match is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 206 miles in summer and 153 miles in winter. After 8 years, the VW ID.5 Pure Match is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 194 miles in summer and 144 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.
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Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £585/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £394/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).
Buyer's guide
Used VW ID.5 buyer's guide
A used VW ID.5 buyer’s guide: Pro 174 PS, Pro Performance and GTX vs the 2024-on 286 PS Pro, the software issues and updates, the heat pump, warranty left, the door-handle recall, real-world range, what to pay vs new with the grant, and a printable checklist.
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Previous versions (2)
The VW ID.5 Pro Match is an electric SUV; we don't yet hold enough measured data to call out where it stands apart from the field.
What owners say: Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel. Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
Range
351 mi
Battery
79kWh
Charge
165kW
Specifications
Dimensions
EVcarsguide Scores
Ranked against similar EVs
Scores calculated from verified specs. How it works
See rankingsEuro NCAP Safety
Tested 2021
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel.
- It is easy to live with as a first EV, with a comfortable ride and low servicing costs.
- The adjustable regenerative braking works well for everyday driving.
Watch Out For
- Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
- Some owners report app problems, such as wrong charge or range readings when used with smart chargers.
- One owner reports key fob batteries draining within about a month.
Owner Tips
- Test the touch controls carefully on the test drive.
- Set charging schedules in the car rather than through several apps at once.
- Treat the GTX as a comfortable all-wheel-drive family car rather than a sports car.
Videos
Size Overview
Length
4.60m
Width
1.85m
Height
1.62m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry - good longevity with proper charging habits
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the VW ID.5 Pro Match is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 278 miles in summer and 206 miles in winter. After 5 years, the VW ID.5 Pro Match is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 267 miles in summer and 198 miles in winter. After 8 years, the VW ID.5 Pro Match is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 251 miles in summer and 186 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.
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Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £652/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £440/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).
Buyer's guide
Used VW ID.5 buyer's guide
A used VW ID.5 buyer’s guide: Pro 174 PS, Pro Performance and GTX vs the 2024-on 286 PS Pro, the software issues and updates, the heat pump, warranty left, the door-handle recall, real-world range, what to pay vs new with the grant, and a printable checklist.
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Previous versions (2)
The VW ID.5 Pro Black Edition is an electric SUV; we don't yet hold enough measured data to call out where it stands apart from the field.
What owners say: Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel. Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
Range
347 mi
Battery
79kWh
Charge
165kW
Specifications
Dimensions
EVcarsguide Scores
Ranked against similar EVs
Scores calculated from verified specs. How it works
See rankingsEuro NCAP Safety
Tested 2021
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel.
- It is easy to live with as a first EV, with a comfortable ride and low servicing costs.
- The adjustable regenerative braking works well for everyday driving.
Watch Out For
- Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
- Some owners report app problems, such as wrong charge or range readings when used with smart chargers.
- One owner reports key fob batteries draining within about a month.
Owner Tips
- Test the touch controls carefully on the test drive.
- Set charging schedules in the car rather than through several apps at once.
- Treat the GTX as a comfortable all-wheel-drive family car rather than a sports car.
Videos
Size Overview
Length
4.60m
Width
1.85m
Height
1.62m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry - good longevity with proper charging habits
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the VW ID.5 Pro Black Edition is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 275 miles in summer and 203 miles in winter. After 5 years, the VW ID.5 Pro Black Edition is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 264 miles in summer and 195 miles in winter. After 8 years, the VW ID.5 Pro Black Edition is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 248 miles in summer and 184 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.
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Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £677/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £457/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).
Buyer's guide
Used VW ID.5 buyer's guide
A used VW ID.5 buyer’s guide: Pro 174 PS, Pro Performance and GTX vs the 2024-on 286 PS Pro, the software issues and updates, the heat pump, warranty left, the door-handle recall, real-world range, what to pay vs new with the grant, and a printable checklist.
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Previous versions (2)
The VW ID.5 Pro 77kWh 286PS is an electric SUV; we don't yet hold enough measured data to call out where it stands apart from the field.
By eight years on the road it should still hold about 84% of its battery health, roughly 344 km of real-world range, which is a useful yardstick if you're buying used. What owners say: Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel. Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
Range
339 mi
Battery
77kWh
Charge
135kW
Specifications
Dimensions
EVcarsguide Scores
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Tested 2021
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel.
- It is easy to live with as a first EV, with a comfortable ride and low servicing costs.
- The adjustable regenerative braking works well for everyday driving.
Watch Out For
- Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
- Some owners report app problems, such as wrong charge or range readings when used with smart chargers.
- One owner reports key fob batteries draining within about a month.
Owner Tips
- Test the touch controls carefully on the test drive.
- Set charging schedules in the car rather than through several apps at once.
- Treat the GTX as a comfortable all-wheel-drive family car rather than a sports car.
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Used VW ID.5 Pro 77kWh 286PS Listings
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Size Overview
Length
4.60m
Width
1.85m
Height
1.62m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry - good longevity with proper charging habits
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the VW ID.5 Pro 77kWh 286PS is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 269 miles in summer and 199 miles in winter. After 5 years, the VW ID.5 Pro 77kWh 286PS is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 258 miles in summer and 191 miles in winter. After 8 years, the VW ID.5 Pro 77kWh 286PS is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 243 miles in summer and 180 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.
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Lease Deals
This model is discontinued. No active lease deals available.
Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Buyer's guide
Used VW ID.5 buyer's guide
A used VW ID.5 buyer’s guide: Pro 174 PS, Pro Performance and GTX vs the 2024-on 286 PS Pro, the software issues and updates, the heat pump, warranty left, the door-handle recall, real-world range, what to pay vs new with the grant, and a printable checklist.
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Previous versions (2)
The VW ID.5 GTX Edition is an electric SUV; we don't yet hold enough measured data to call out where it stands apart from the field.
What owners say: Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel. Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
Range
331 mi
Battery
77kWh
Charge
185kW
Specifications
Dimensions
EVcarsguide Scores
Ranked against similar EVs
Scores calculated from verified specs. How it works
See rankingsEuro NCAP Safety
Tested 2021
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel.
- It is easy to live with as a first EV, with a comfortable ride and low servicing costs.
- The adjustable regenerative braking works well for everyday driving.
Watch Out For
- Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
- Some owners report app problems, such as wrong charge or range readings when used with smart chargers.
- One owner reports key fob batteries draining within about a month.
Owner Tips
- Test the touch controls carefully on the test drive.
- Set charging schedules in the car rather than through several apps at once.
- Treat the GTX as a comfortable all-wheel-drive family car rather than a sports car.
Videos
Size Overview
Length
4.58m
Width
1.85m
Height
1.60m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry - good longevity with proper charging habits
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the VW ID.5 GTX Edition is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 262 miles in summer and 194 miles in winter. After 5 years, the VW ID.5 GTX Edition is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 252 miles in summer and 186 miles in winter. After 8 years, the VW ID.5 GTX Edition is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 237 miles in summer and 175 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.
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Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £752/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £509/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).
Buyer's guide
Used VW ID.5 buyer's guide
A used VW ID.5 buyer’s guide: Pro 174 PS, Pro Performance and GTX vs the 2024-on 286 PS Pro, the software issues and updates, the heat pump, warranty left, the door-handle recall, real-world range, what to pay vs new with the grant, and a printable checklist.
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Previous versions (2)
The VW ID.5 GTX 77kWh 340PS is an electric SUV; we don't yet hold enough measured data to call out where it stands apart from the field.
What owners say: Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel. Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
Price
Discontinued, no pricing data yet
New MSRP was £55,365 (discontinued 2026)
Read the used buyer's guideRange
-
Battery
77kWh
Charge
175kW
Specifications
Dimensions
EVcarsguide Scores
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See rankingsEuro NCAP Safety
Tested 2021
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners praise the design, interior quality and the roomy rear with no centre tunnel.
- It is easy to live with as a first EV, with a comfortable ride and low servicing costs.
- The adjustable regenerative braking works well for everyday driving.
Watch Out For
- Touch-sensitive buttons on the steering wheel and dashboard are easy to press by accident.
- Some owners report app problems, such as wrong charge or range readings when used with smart chargers.
- One owner reports key fob batteries draining within about a month.
Owner Tips
- Test the touch controls carefully on the test drive.
- Set charging schedules in the car rather than through several apps at once.
- Treat the GTX as a comfortable all-wheel-drive family car rather than a sports car.
Videos
Size Overview
Length
4.60m
Width
1.85m
Height
1.62m
Find This Car
Lease Deals
This model is discontinued. No active lease deals available.
Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Buyer's guide
Used VW ID.5 buyer's guide
A used VW ID.5 buyer’s guide: Pro 174 PS, Pro Performance and GTX vs the 2024-on 286 PS Pro, the software issues and updates, the heat pump, warranty left, the door-handle recall, real-world range, what to pay vs new with the grant, and a printable checklist.
9 min read
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