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Mazda CX-70 vs Volkswagen ID.4

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Mazda CX-70

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2026 Volkswagen ID.4

Overview

SpecMazda CX-703.3 Turbo PreferredVolkswagen ID.4Pro
Selected trim3.3 Turbo PreferredPro
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedelectric
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typemild hybridelectric
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecMazda CX-703.3 Turbo PreferredVolkswagen ID.4Pro
MSRP$42,250 (best)$45,095
Lowest listing price$26,654$19,298 (best)
Median listing price$50,214$23,514 (best)
Highest listing price$56,745$56,713 (best)
For sale now62 (best)17

Fuel economy & range

SpecMazda CX-703.3 Turbo PreferredVolkswagen ID.4Pro
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG24 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe113 MPGe (best)
Electric range291 mi (best)
Battery capacity82 kWh (best)
240V charge time8 hr (best)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMazda CX-703.3 Turbo PreferredVolkswagen ID.4Pro
Horsepower280 hp282 hp (best)
Torque332 lb-ft402 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.3 L (best)
CylindersI6

Size & capability

SpecMazda CX-703.3 Turbo PreferredVolkswagen ID.4Pro
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume75.3 cu ft (best)64.2 cu ft
Towing capacity3,500 lbs (best)2,200 lbs
Payload970 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,782 lbs4,575 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8 in (best)6.1 in
Wheelbase122.8 in (best)108.9 in
Length200.8 in (best)180.5 in
Width72.9 in (best)
Height68.2 in (best)64.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMazda CX-703.3 Turbo PreferredVolkswagen ID.4Pro
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimMazda CX-70Volkswagen ID.4
1

3.3 Turbo Preferred

$42,250 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Pro

$45,095 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

PHEV SC

$44,250 MSRP

Pro

$48,995 MSRP

3

3.3 Turbo Premium

$46,280 MSRP

Pro S

$50,195 MSRP

4

PHEV SC Plus

$47,250 MSRP

Pro S

$54,095 MSRP

5

3.3 Turbo Premium Plus

$49,570 MSRP

Pro S Plus

$57,655 MSRP

6

3.3 Turbo S Premium

$53,240 MSRP

7

3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus

$56,670 MSRP

Live inventory

Mazda CX-70 vs Volkswagen ID.4 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Mazda CX-70 or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Mazda CX-70 vs 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Mazda CX-70 or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Mazda CX-70 starts lower at $42,250. Live Mazda CX-70 listings start at $26,654. Live Volkswagen ID.4 listings start at $19,298.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Mazda CX-70 or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
The 2026 Mazda CX-70 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (42,250).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Mazda CX-70 or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
The 2026 Mazda CX-70 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Mazda CX-70 or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (291).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Mazda CX-70 or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
The 2026 Mazda CX-70 leads on horsepower in this comparison (340).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Mazda CX-70 or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
The 2026 Mazda CX-70 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Mazda CX-70 vs 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-70 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Volkswagen ID.4 (5/5 NHTSA overall).