Hyundai ELEXIO vs Volkswagen ID.5

The Hyundai ELEXIO starts from $61,990 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen ID.5 opens at $62,990. That makes the Hyundai ELEXIO the more affordable entry point by $1,000.

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 $68,189 and $69,289 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

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

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 5 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Hyundai ELEXIO, against 0 on the Volkswagen ID.5.

Both include the essentials: core safety systems. Airbag count is 9 in the Hyundai ELEXIO and 6 in the Volkswagen ID.5.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

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.5 gets a 12.9-inch display and 5.3-inch instruments.

The Hyundai ELEXIO stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, heated front seats, power tailgate and V2L — features our data doesn't list for the Volkswagen ID.5. 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.5 offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Hyundai ELEXIO and 3-zone in the Volkswagen ID.5.

The Hyundai ELEXIO uses a Electric Motor producing 160kW and 310Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout.

The Volkswagen ID.5 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.5 has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 160kW. 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.5), giving WLTP ranges of 546km and 544km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (Hyundai ELEXIO) vs 175kW (Volkswagen ID.5).

The Hyundai ELEXIO measures 4,615mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 31mm longer than the Volkswagen ID.5 at 4,584mm (2,769mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volkswagen ID.5 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 506L in the Hyundai ELEXIO and 549L in the Volkswagen ID.5, giving the Volkswagen ID.5 a 43L 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.5). Both match on warranty length.