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Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs Volkswagen ID.4

Comparing the 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class (from $148,250) with the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 (from $45,095). The G-Class offers 279 miles of range while the ID.4 offers 291 miles.

Quick Take

Mercedes-Benz G-Class packs the most punch, while Volkswagen ID.4 wins on price.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class

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Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Most Powerful

  • 579 hp
  • 859 lb-ft of torque
  • 0-60 mph as quick as 4.5s
  • 112 mph top speed
Volkswagen ID.4

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Volkswagen ID.4

Best Value

  • Starts at $45,095
  • About $155 per mile of range
  • Up to 291 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Price
$148,250
$45,095 - $48,995
Range
279 miles
263-291 miles
Horsepower
579 hp
282-335 hp
0-60 mph
4.5-4.6 sec
4.8-5.9 sec
Battery Size
116 kWh
77 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
112 mph
100 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
2200-2700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
32 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
13.6 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
183.5"
180.5"
Width
76"
72.9"
Height
77.5"
64.6"
Cargo Capacity
34.48 cu ft
64.2 cu ft

Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs Volkswagen ID.4: Which Should You Buy?

The Volkswagen ID.4 starts at $45,095, undercutting the Mercedes-Benz G-Class ($148,250) by about $103,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Volkswagen ID.4 covers up to 291 miles, 12 more than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class's 279. At a DC fast charger, the Volkswagen ID.4 goes from 10-80% in about 30 minutes vs 32 for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.

The Volkswagen ID.4 offers 64.2 cu ft of cargo space vs 34.48 for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.

Bottom line: pick the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if you want the most power, or the Volkswagen ID.4 if you want the most for your money.

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