Toyota bZ4X vs Volkswagen ID.4

The Toyota bZ4X starts from $55,990 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen ID.4 opens at $59,990. That makes the Toyota bZ4X the more affordable entry point by $4,000.

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 $61,589 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 Toyota bZ4X and Volkswagen ID.4 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Toyota bZ4X 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 5 in the Toyota bZ4X.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Toyota bZ4X and 6 in the Volkswagen ID.4. The Volkswagen ID.4 adds a 360-degree camera that the Toyota bZ4X 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 Toyota bZ4X features a 14-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-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 wireless charging, panoramic roof and heated front seats that the Toyota bZ4X does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Toyota bZ4X gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Volkswagen ID.4 offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Toyota bZ4X and 3-zone in the Volkswagen ID.4.

The Toyota bZ4X uses a Electric producing 165kW and 266Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.4 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 165kW. In the real-world sprint, the Volkswagen ID.4 is 0.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 74.7kWh (Toyota bZ4X) vs 77kWh (Volkswagen ID.4), giving WLTP ranges of 516km and 544km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (Toyota bZ4X) vs 175kW (Volkswagen ID.4).

The Toyota bZ4X measures 4,690mm long on a 2,850mm wheelbase, 105mm longer than the Volkswagen ID.4 at 4,585mm (2,766mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Toyota bZ4X generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 452L in the Toyota bZ4X and 543L in the Volkswagen ID.4, giving the Volkswagen ID.4 a 91L advantage.

For towing, the Volkswagen ID.4 leads with a 1,000kg braked capacity vs 750kg. 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 (Toyota bZ4X) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Volkswagen ID.4). Both match on warranty length.