Comparison

Tesla Model S vs Volkswagen ID.4

Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.

Best range Tesla Model S 410 mi vs 291 mi
Best value Volkswagen ID.4 $86,630 vs $45,095
Faster charging Volkswagen ID.4 31 min vs 28 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 6.7 vs 3.3

Category winners

5 available
Range winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 291 mi
Value winner
Volkswagen ID.4
$155/mi vs $211/mi
Charging winner
Volkswagen ID.4
28 min vs 31 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model S
271 Wh/mi vs 298 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model S
92.6 utility index

Side-by-side comparison

Primary trims
Spec Tesla Model S Volkswagen ID.4
Trim used Model S Pro
MSRP (USD) $86,630 $45,095
Range 410 mi 291 mi
Efficiency 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh 298 Wh/mi • 3.36 mi/kWh
Battery (usable) 96 kWh 77 kWh
Seats 5 5
Drivetrain AWD RWD
Body type Sedan SUV
DC max 250 kW 210 kW
AC max 11 kW 11 kW
10–80% (DC) 31 min 28 min
Roadtrip score 88.7 77.7
Miles added (15 min est.) 120 mi 97 mi
USD per mile of range 211 $/mi 155 $/mi
Top speed 155 mph 99 mph
Cargo 25 cu ft 19 cu ft
Tow rating 3,527 lb 2,205 lb

Who should choose which?

  • Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 291 mi).
  • Choose Volkswagen ID.4 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 28 min vs 31 min).
  • For “range per dollar”, Volkswagen ID.4 looks better ($155/mi vs $211/mi).

Weighted verdict

Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (6.7 vs 3.3).

Tesla Model S6.7 Volkswagen ID.43.3 250 kW31 min 210 kW28 min

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