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VW ID.4 & ID.5 Home Charging: Complete UK Guide (2026)
VW ID.4 & ID.5 Battery and Charging Specs
The ID.4 is Volkswagen’s best-selling electric SUV in the UK; the ID.5 is its coupe sibling. Same MEB platform, same battery options, same charging hardware — so the two charge identically. The 11 kW onboard charger is the one thing worth noting: most UK homes will see 7 kW, and three-phase unlocks the full rate.
ID.4 / ID.5 Variants (2026)
| Variant | Battery Capacity | Max AC Charging | Max DC Charging | WLTP Range (ID.4 / ID.5) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure (RWD) | 52 kWh | 11 kW (three-phase) | 120 kW | ~210 / ~215 miles |
| Pro (RWD) | 77 kWh | 11 kW (three-phase) | 175 kW | ~310 / ~320 miles |
| Pro (AWD, 4MOTION) | 77 kWh | 11 kW (three-phase) | 175 kW | ~295 / ~305 miles |
| GTX (AWD) | 77 kWh | 11 kW (three-phase) | 185 kW | ~290 / ~300 miles |
Key detail for home charging: All ID.4/ID.5 variants have an 11 kW onboard charger. On a UK single-phase supply, you’ll charge at 7 kW. On three-phase, you’ll get the full 11 kW.
How Long Does It Take to Charge an ID.4 / ID.5 at Home?
Charge Times: 20% to 80% (Daily Driving Sweet Spot)
| Variant | 3 kW (3-pin plug) | 7 kW (home charger) | 11 kW (three-phase) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pure (52 kWh) | ~13.5 hours | ~4.5 hours | ~3 hours |
| Pro / GTX (77 kWh) | ~20 hours | ~6.5 hours | ~4 hours |
Charge Times: 0% to 100% (Full Charge)
| Variant | 3 kW (3-pin plug) | 7 kW (home charger) | 11 kW (three-phase) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pure (52 kWh) | ~22.5 hours | ~7.5 hours | ~5 hours |
| Pro / GTX (77 kWh) | ~33 hours | ~11 hours | ~7 hours |
Practical takeaway: plug in at 10pm and you wake up to a full battery. A 30–50-mile daily drive is an hour or two a night at 7 kW.
What Does It Cost to Charge an ID.4 / ID.5 at Home?
We see around 3.2 miles per kWh on the ID.4 in real-world UK driving; the ID.5 edges up to 3.3 on the back of its lower drag. Costs below are for the ID.4 Pro (77 kWh).
Cost per Charge (20% to 80%)
| Variant | Off-Peak (~7p/kWh) | Standard (~24.5p/kWh) | Rapid (~40p/kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pure (31 kWh) | £2.17 | £7.60 | £12.40 |
| Pro (46 kWh) | £3.22 | £11.27 | £18.40 |
Annual Charging Cost (10,000 Miles)
| Tariff | Cost per Mile | Annual Cost | vs Petrol Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Off-peak (7p/kWh) | ~2.2p | £219 | £1,381 |
| Standard (24.5p/kWh) | ~7.7p | £766 | £834 |
| Rapid (40p/kWh) | ~12.5p | £1,250 | £350 |
| Petrol equivalent | ~16p | £1,600 | — |
Based on ID.4 efficiency of ~3.2 miles per kWh (real-world UK average including winter).
Switching to an off-peak EV tariff saves more than £500 a year against standard rates. Our interactive savings calculator works the number for your mileage, and the UK EV Charging Cost Index breaks down per-mile costs across every UK tariff.
Best Home Chargers for VW ID.4 / ID.5
Every charger on our comparison page pairs with the ID.4 and ID.5. Our picks below.
Best Overall: Tesla Wall Connector (£425)
The Tesla Wall Connector pairs cleanly with any Type 2 EV. At £425 with a 7.3m cable and four-year warranty, it’s hard to fault on value. It also supports up to 22 kW three-phase if a supply upgrade comes later.
Best for Smart Tariffs: Ohme Home Pro (£535)
The Ohme Home Pro schedules charging at the cheapest rates automatically. For ID.4 owners on tariffs like Octopus Go, every session lands on the cheapest electricity available without intervention.
Best Budget Option: Easee One (£405)
The Easee One at £405 is the cheapest charger on our shelf. Built-in 4G means it works even where driveway Wi-Fi falls short. Simple and reliable.
ID.4 / ID.5 Home Charging Tips
1. Set Your Charge Limit to 80%
Use the VW We Connect app or the car’s infotainment to set a daily charge limit of 80%. This protects battery longevity and still gives you 250+ miles on the Pro model.
2. Use Scheduled Charging
The We Connect app supports departure time scheduling — set when you need the car ready and it’ll optimise the charge to finish just before departure, keeping the battery at optimal temperature.
3. Charge Port Location: Rear Right
The ID.4/ID.5 charging port is on the rear right side. Plan your charger mounting position accordingly — you want the cable to reach comfortably without stretching.
4. Use the Built-in Charge Planner for Trips
The ID.4’s navigation system has an integrated charge planner that maps out DC fast charging stops on long journeys. At home, combine this with a smart charger and off-peak tariff for the cheapest daily running costs.
5. Winter Preconditioning
In cold weather, use the We Connect app to precondition the cabin and battery while plugged in. This uses mains power rather than battery, preserving your range for the drive.
Getting Started
- Switch to a smart energy tariff — start saving immediately
- Choose a charger — compare all options here or take the quiz
- Get installation quotes — we’ll match you with certified installers
- Read our installation guide for the full process
For charging speeds across all popular EVs, see our EV charging speeds guide.
Battery
77 kWh
Efficiency
3.2 mi/kWh
Max AC charge
11 kW
Range
~245 mi
Connector
Type 2
Charger picks
VW ID.4: 3 chargers we’d pick
Picked for the trade-offs that matter most when you’re buying for VW ID.4 specifically.
★ Best for VW ID.4
Ohme Ohme Home ProDirect API to Octopus Intelligent Go and Agile books the cheapest overnight slots without manual scheduling; the ID.4's 77 kWh battery fills in roughly seven hours at 11 kW.
- Price
- £535
- Power
- 7.4kW
Three-phase output delivers the ID.4's full 11 kW AC rate from the most compact unit that achieves it; a five-year warranty and IK10 build suit a daily-driver mainstream purchase.
- Price
- £536
- Power
- 7.4kW / 22kW
At £405 with an integrated Type B RCD cutting install labour by up to £200, this suits the ID.4 buyer who prioritised value over premium positioning.
- Price
- £405
- Power
- 7.4kW
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