# Volkswagen ID.5 — Used Car Buying Guide

AutoScout's analysis of the Volkswagen ID.5 on the UK used-car market. Backed by 33 million DVSA MOT tests, current AutoTrader pricing, and depreciation curves derived from CAP/Glass's Guide data.

Live interactive report: https://autoscout.fyi/cars/volkswagen-id5

## Verdict

- **Best value year**: 2022
- **Ideal trim**: Pro Performance
- **Target mileage**: 30,000–50,000 miles
- **Max previous owners**: 2
- **Target price**: £22,500

## Why this model

The Volkswagen ID.5 is a stylish electric coupe-SUV that offers a great blend of practicality, range, and modern tech. It's essentially a sleeker version of the ID.4, giving you that SUV ride height with a more distinctive look. It's a solid choice for families or anyone wanting a comfortable, quiet, and efficient electric car with decent space. The 77kWh liquid-cooled battery offers good real-world range and should hold up well over time with an expected degradation of around 1.8% per year.

## What you should pay

The used EV market has seen significant adjustments, making cars like the ID.5 much more accessible. For a 2022 ID.5 Pro Performance with around 30-40k miles, you're looking at a sweet spot. Prices have stabilised somewhat, but there's still good value to be found as the initial steep depreciation has already occurred. Compared to its ID.4 sibling, the ID.5 holds a slight premium due to its coupe styling.

## Which trim to buy

The Pro Performance trim hits the sweet spot for the ID.5. It comes with the larger 77kWh battery, offering a great balance of range and power (201 hp) without the higher price tag of the dual-motor GTX. You get plenty of standard features, a comfortable ride, and all the tech you'll need for daily driving, making it the best value for money in the range.

## What to check before you buy

- Early software glitches (most should be resolved with updates)
- Minor interior rattles reported by some owners
- Infotainment system can be slow or unresponsive occasionally

## Running costs

Running an ID.5 can be incredibly cheap, especially if you charge at home on a smart EV tariff. With real-world efficiency of around 3 mi/kWh, you're looking at about 3p/mile on an Octopus Go or Intelligent Octopus tariff, which works out to roughly £299 a year for 10,000 miles. On a standard home rate (24.5p/kWh), it's about 8.1p/mile, or £813 a year. That's a saving of over £500 annually! Public rapid charging is much more expensive (23.3-28.3p/mile), so try to avoid relying on it daily. Road tax for EVs is free until April 2025, after which it will be £195 per year. Insurance costs will vary based on your personal circumstances, but expect it to be comparable to other premium electric SUVs.

## Key stats

- **Fuel Type**: Electric
- **Horsepower**: 201-295 hp
- **Mpg**: N/A (Electric)
- **Reliability Score**: Good
- **Safety Rating**: 5-star Euro NCAP

## Trim comparison

| Trim | Price new | Price used | Key features |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | £50,550 | £20,500 | 77kWh battery; 150kW (201hp) electric motor; LED headlights |
| Pro Performance | £53,550 | £22,500 | All Pro features plus:; Sportier styling elements; Upgraded interior finishes |
| GTX | £58,550 | £26,500 | All Pro Performance features plus:; Dual-motor all-wheel drive; 220kW (295hp) electric motor |

## Depreciation forecast

| Year | Estimated value | Retention |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | £22,500 | 0% |
| 2027 | £19,500 | 13.3% |
| 2028 | £17,000 | 12.8% |
| 2029 | £15,000 | 11.8% |
| 2030 | £13,500 | 10% |

Buying a 2022 ID.5 in 2026 means you're picking it up after the steepest part of its depreciation curve. EVs have seen significant value adjustments, so you're getting a lot of car for your money. While it will continue to depreciate, the rate should be slower than its first few years, offering better value retention for your ownership period.

Total value lost since new: 40%.

## Alternatives to consider

- Skoda Enyaq Coupe
- [Hyundai IONIQ 5](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/hyundai-ioniq-5.md)
- [Kia EV6](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/kia-ev6.md)

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Source: AutoScout (https://autoscout.fyi). Part of a review of the UK used-car market across 500+ models.