Zeekr X vs Volkswagen ID.4

The Zeekr X starts from $49,900 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen ID.4 opens at $59,990. That makes the Zeekr X the more affordable entry point by $10,090.

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 $54,890 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 Zeekr X and Volkswagen ID.4 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Zeekr X and 93% for the Volkswagen ID.4.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Zeekr X packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Volkswagen ID.4.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Zeekr X and 6 in the Volkswagen ID.4.

The Zeekr X features a 14.6-inch touchscreen, while the Volkswagen ID.4 gets a 12.9-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Zeekr X stands out with V2L, Yamaha audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Volkswagen ID.4. The Volkswagen ID.4 counters with heated front seats and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Zeekr X uses a Electric producing 200kW and 343Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.5 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 8.5 seconds.

The Volkswagen ID.4 has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 200kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 66kWh (Zeekr X) vs 77kWh (Volkswagen ID.4), giving WLTP ranges of 540km and 544km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (Zeekr X) vs 175kW (Volkswagen ID.4).

The Zeekr X measures 4,432mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 153mm shorter 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 239L in the Zeekr X and 543L in the Volkswagen ID.4, giving the Volkswagen ID.4 a 304L advantage.

For towing, the Zeekr X leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 500kg 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 / 200,000km (Zeekr X) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Volkswagen ID.4). Both match on warranty length.