Used Volkswagen ID.5 for sale near Colchester

CarGurus expert rating: 3 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: N/A
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 34.0%
Overall CarGurus rating:* 3.7 out of 5
Available Listings: Around 50
Average Price: Around £20,000

Volkswagen ID.5 (2026) Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
Comfortable to drive	Certainly not cheap
Decent interior quality	Lags behind key rivals in several areas
Range and charging speeds are competitive	Styling arguably doesn't hit the mark

Quick Summary

The Volkswagen ID.5 is a sleeker, coupe-SUV version of the ID.4, featuring a raked-back roofline that gives it a sportier appearance whilst maintaining practicality. With official WLTP driving range figures stretching to 345 miles depending on specification, the ID.5 offers excellent range and competitive charging speeds. The cabin is spacious and bright, thanks to a standard panoramic sunroof, with plenty of rear headroom and legroom. A 549-litre boot provides decent load space, though it's shallower than the ID.4. The ID.5 majors on comfort rather than excitement, with smooth, quiet powertrains and light steering that make it ideal for towns and cities.

Available with rear-wheel-drive motors producing 167bhp or 282bhp, or a four-wheel-drive GTX Edition with 335bhp, the ID.5 prioritises comfort over engaging dynamics. Ride comfort is its strongest attribute, absorbing bumps well and settling into a relaxed cruise on longer journeys. However, the car is pricey even by the standards of its rivals, and it lacks a unique selling point. The Tesla Model Y is more practical, the Kia EV6 is cheaper and more fun, and the Audi Q4 E-Tron offers the same platform with a more desirable badge. Running costs are competitive with other electric vehicles, though real-world efficiency averages around 3.3 miles per kWh.

Best for: Buyers seeking a comfortable, well-equipped electric family SUV with excellent range and a pleasant driving experience, particularly those prioritising refinement and interior quality.

Not ideal for: Budget-conscious buyers, those wanting engaging driving dynamics, or buyers seeking a unique selling point compared to rivals like the Tesla Model Y or Kia EV6.


Comparison vs Key Rivals



The Verdict

You should buy the ID.5 if: You're seeking a comfortable, well-equipped electric family SUV with excellent range and a pleasant driving experience, particularly if you prioritise refinement and interior quality.

Consider alternatives if: You're budget-conscious, want engaging driving dynamics, or seek a unique selling point compared to rivals like the Tesla Model Y or Kia EV6.

Competitive Position: The Volkswagen ID.5 is a very pleasant, likeable car with long range, decent practicality, easygoing dynamics and plenty of equipment. However, it's pricey even by the standards of its rivals, and it lacks a unique selling point. The Tesla Model Y is more practical and easier to charge on long journeys, the Kia EV6 is cheaper and more fun, and the Audi Q4 E-Tron offers the same platform with a more desirable badge. The Skoda Enyaq outperforms it significantly in expert and user ratings. In what's becoming one of the most hard-fought car classes of all, the ID.5 doesn't do anything exceptional, leaving it lagging behind the best.

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*The Overall CarGurus rating: that informs these recommendations is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from May 2026, CarGurus expert reviews, and CarGurus user reviews.