2025 Lexus GX 550 vs. 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

Picture of the 2025 Lexus GX 550

2025 Lexus
GX 550

MSRP*: $64,735 to $81,200
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4

2025 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $39,995 to $57,295
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MPG - City 15 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 21 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 76.9 - 90.5 ft3 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.4-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 Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 201 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 7,601 - 9,096 lbs 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 197.1 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 78.0 - 78.7 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 36.7 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 39.4 - 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 - 43.1 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 Lexus GX 550 than in the Volkswagen ID.4. The Volkswagen ID.4 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Lexus GX 550, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

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). The Lexus GX 550 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen ID.4, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus GX 550 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 Lexus GX 550, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen ID.4.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Lexus GX 550 is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen ID.4 for pulling heavy loads. The Lexus GX 550 has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Lexus GX 550 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 Lexus GX 550 and the Volkswagen ID.4. With the Lexus GX 550, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen ID.4.