2025 Mazda CX-70 vs. 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-70

2025 Mazda
CX-70

MSRP*: $40,445 to $55,950
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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 23 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 280-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 340-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 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 All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 - 340 hp 201 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 200.8 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 77.6 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 39.6 - 39.7 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.3 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 Mazda CX-70 than in the Volkswagen ID.4. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mazda CX-70 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). Whether you pick the Mazda CX-70 or the Volkswagen ID.4, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-70 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 Mazda CX-70, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen ID.4.

Handling
The Mazda CX-70 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 Mazda CX-70 is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen ID.4 for pulling heavy loads. The Mazda CX-70 has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mazda CX-70 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-70 and the Volkswagen ID.4.