2025 Kia Telluride vs. 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Telluride

2025 Kia
Telluride

MSRP*: $36,390 to $53,685
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4

2024 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $39,735 to $57,055
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MPG - City 18 - 20 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 23 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 87.0 ft3 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 291-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 282-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 291 hp 201 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 - 5,500 lbs 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 196.9 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 78.3 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 42.4 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 40.9 in
Rear 38.8 - 40.2 in
Front 40.6 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 38.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Telluride than in the Volkswagen ID.4. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Telluride and the Volkswagen ID.4.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia Telluride will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Telluride is much wider than the Volkswagen ID.4, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Kia Telluride, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen ID.4.

Handling
The Kia Telluride has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen ID.4, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Kia Telluride is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen ID.4 for pulling heavy loads. The Kia Telluride has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Kia Telluride does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Utility
The Kia Telluride offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen ID.4, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Kia Telluride, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen ID.4.