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Subaru Trailseeker vs Volkswagen ID.4

Comparing the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker (from $39,995) with the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 (from $45,095). The Trailseeker offers 281 miles of range while the ID.4 offers 291 miles.

Quick Take

Subaru Trailseeker wins on price, while Volkswagen ID.4 hauls the most gear.

Subaru Trailseeker

2026SUV

Subaru Trailseeker

Best Value

  • Starts at $39,995
  • About $142 per mile of range
  • Up to 281 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Volkswagen ID.4

2025SUV

Volkswagen ID.4

Most Cargo Space

  • 64.2 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 5
  • 180.5" long
Price
$39,995 - $46,995
$45,095 - $48,995
Range
274-281 miles
263-291 miles
Horsepower
375 hp
282-335 hp
0-60 mph
4.4 sec
4.8-5.9 sec
Battery Size
74.7 kWh
77 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
112 mph
100 mph
Towing Capacity
3500 lbs
2200-2700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
28 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
7 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
190.7"
180.5"
Width
73.2"
72.9"
Height
65.9"
64.6"
Cargo Capacity
31.3 cu ft
64.2 cu ft

Subaru Trailseeker vs Volkswagen ID.4: Which Should You Buy?

The Subaru Trailseeker starts at $39,995, undercutting the Volkswagen ID.4 ($45,095) by about $5,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Volkswagen ID.4 covers up to 291 miles, 10 more than the Subaru Trailseeker's maximum of 281. At a DC fast charger, the Subaru Trailseeker goes from 10-80% in about 28 minutes vs 30 for the Volkswagen ID.4.

The Volkswagen ID.4 offers 64.2 cu ft of cargo space vs 31.3 for the Subaru Trailseeker. The Volkswagen ID.4 is also 10 inches shorter than the Subaru Trailseeker, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Subaru Trailseeker if you want the most for your money, or the Volkswagen ID.4 if cargo space is king.

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