Hyundai ELEXIO vs Volkswagen ID.4

The Hyundai ELEXIO starts from $59,990 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen ID.4 opens at $59,990. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $65,989 and $65,989 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Hyundai ELEXIO and Volkswagen ID.4 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Hyundai ELEXIO and 93% for the Volkswagen ID.4.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Volkswagen ID.4 packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 4 in the Hyundai ELEXIO.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Hyundai ELEXIO and 6 in the Volkswagen ID.4. The Volkswagen ID.4 adds a 360-degree camera that the Hyundai ELEXIO misses.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Hyundai ELEXIO features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Volkswagen ID.4 gets a 12.9-inch display and 5.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Volkswagen ID.4 counters with panoramic roof that the Hyundai ELEXIO does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Hyundai ELEXIO gets leather upholstery while the Volkswagen ID.4 offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Hyundai ELEXIO and 3-zone in the Volkswagen ID.4.

The Hyundai ELEXIO uses a Electric Motor producing 160kW and 310Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.9 seconds.

The Volkswagen ID.4 responds with a Electric making 210kW and 545Nm, paired to a auto driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The Volkswagen ID.4 has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 160kW. In the real-world sprint, the Volkswagen ID.4 is 2.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 88.1kWh (Hyundai ELEXIO) vs 77kWh (Volkswagen ID.4), giving WLTP ranges of 700km and 544km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (Hyundai ELEXIO) vs 175kW (Volkswagen ID.4).

The Hyundai ELEXIO measures 4,615mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 30mm longer than the Volkswagen ID.4 at 4,585mm (2,766mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volkswagen ID.4 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 506L in the Hyundai ELEXIO and 543L in the Volkswagen ID.4, giving the Volkswagen ID.4 a 37L advantage.

For towing, the Hyundai ELEXIO leads with a 1,250kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 250kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai ELEXIO) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Volkswagen ID.4). Both match on warranty length.