Same platform, same batteries, same motors, built in the same group — and yet on Autoza this September a used Enyaq and a used ID.4 are not priced the same, don't carry the same boot, and didn't get the same software start in life. Here's the honest split.
The short answer: buy on the battery and the software version, not the badge. For most Irish families the Skoda Enyaq iV 80 (77 kWh) is the better car — bigger boot, roomier cabin, longer range — and it holds its price better, which is exactly why the Volkswagen ID.4 is the better deal. Median asking price on Autoza, September 2026: ID.4 €24,800 (2022–2023) versus Enyaq €34,900 across all years, or €26,450 for a 2021–2023 Enyaq under €30,000.
What's actually identical between the Enyaq and the ID.4?
Both are Volkswagen Group MEB cars. Peel off the bodywork and the used 2021–2023 versions share:
- Batteries: a 52 kWh (net) entry pack, a 58 kWh pack (Enyaq iV 60 only) and the 77 kWh long-range pack (82 kWh gross). Skoda's technical data sheet and Volkswagen's newsroom quote the same cells and the same net capacities.
- Motors: rear-wheel drive with 150 kW (204 PS) on the 77 kWh cars (Enyaq iV 80 and ID.4 Pro Performance). The entry Enyaq iV 60 has 132 kW; the ID.4 Pure had 109 kW or 125 kW.
- Battery warranty: 8 years or 160,000 km from both brands (Skoda Ireland's battery FAQ; Volkswagen quotes a 70% minimum capacity over the same period).
- Motor tax: €120 a year for either, being fully electric.
- Charging hardware: 11 kW AC on the larger battery, DC fast charging that was raised by software after launch (more on that below).
So on paper it's a coin toss. It isn't in the metal.
What's different — space, boot, cabin and price
Skoda stretched the same platform into a slightly bigger, squarer body. It matters more than the spec sheet suggests when you're loading a buggy at a Lidl car park in the rain.
| Used 2021–2023 | Skoda Enyaq iV | Volkswagen ID.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Boot (seats up / down) | 585 L / 1,710 L | 543 L / 1,575 L |
| Feel inside | Conventional dash, physical volume knob, "Design Selection" interiors, more rear legroom | Minimalist, touch-slider heavy, smaller centre screen on early cars |
| Battery options on used stock | 58 kWh (iV 60) or 77 kWh (iV 80) | 52 kWh (Pure) or 77 kWh (Pro Performance) |
| Heat pump | Optional extra (still a €1,271 option new in 2026) | Optional extra (code WPX on the Irish MY26 guide) |
| Median asking price on Autoza, Sept 2026 | €34,900 (2021–2026, median ~59,000 km) | €24,800 (2022–2023, median ~77,500 km) |
Sources: Skoda Enyaq iV technical data sheet (skoda-storyboard.com); Volkswagen Newsroom ID.4 technical data; Skoda Ireland Enyaq product guide, June 2026; Volkswagen Ireland ID.4 product guide, MY26. Accessed September 2026.
What do they cost used in Ireland right now?
This is where the "same car" story falls apart. The Enyaq was the bigger seller in Ireland, and Skoda buyers hold on to them, so there's more stock at every age — including nearly-new 2024–2026 cars that drag the overall median up. Strip it back to like-for-like years and the picture is closer, but the Skoda still asks more.
- 2022 Enyaq: typical asking price €23,000–€25,000 on Autoza, September 2026.
- 2023 Enyaq: typically €29,000–€36,000, depending on iV 60 vs iV 80 and trim.
- 2024 Enyaq: around €35,000–€36,000.
- 2022–2023 ID.4: €23,850–€25,750, median €24,800 — but with higher mileage (median ~77,500 km against the Enyaq's ~59,000 km).
Read that carefully: the ID.4's lower median is partly an age-and-mileage story, not just a badge discount. A 2023 ID.4 Pro with 40,000 km will be priced closer to a 2023 Enyaq than the headline suggests. Even so, the ID.4 is consistently the cheaper way into a 77 kWh MEB SUV (or "jeep", as most of us say), and the gap tends to be €2,000–€5,000 for a comparable year and battery.
For context, a brand-new Enyaq Selection 60 lists at €49,250 RRP (€44,155 on the road after VRT rebate, grant and delivery) and a new ID.4 Pure at €41,690 RRP — Skoda Ireland and Volkswagen Ireland product guides, 2026. A three-year-old example of either at €24,000–€30,000 has already shed the expensive years. If you're weighing new against used before VRT relief ends on 31 December 2026, our new vs used EV guide runs the numbers. Browse what's live on electric cars in Ireland or set your budget on the finance calculator first.
Which charges faster? It depends on the software, not the badge
Both cars launched with modest DC charging and both were upgraded by free dealer software updates. This is the single most useful thing to check on a used one.
| Battery / variant | DC peak at launch | DC peak after update | WLTP range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enyaq iV 60 (58 kWh) | 100 kW | 120 kW (ME3, from Aug 2022) | 413 km |
| Enyaq iV 80 (77 kWh) | 125 kW | 135 kW (ME3, from Aug 2022) | 537 km |
| ID.4 Pure (52 kWh) | 50 kW standard, 100 kW optional | 110 kW (115 kW on late cars) | up to 346 km |
| ID.4 Pro Performance (77 kWh) | 125 kW | 135 kW (ID software 3.0) | up to 522–531 km |
Sources: Skoda Storyboard ME3 press release (15 August 2022); Skoda Enyaq iV technical data sheet; Volkswagen Newsroom ID.4 technical data and battery-system releases. Accessed September 2026.
Two practical points. First, an early ID.4 Pure without the optional fast-charge upgrade is a 50 kW car — fine for home charging, painful at an Ionity on the M7. Ask the seller to show you the charging spec on the infotainment screen, or plug into a rapid charger on the test drive. Second, on either car a 77 kWh pack at 135 kW does roughly 10–80% in 30–38 minutes at a healthy charger; the 52/58 kWh packs are quicker in minutes but add fewer kilometres.
At home, the running cost is the same for both: about €1.50–€2.50 per 100 km on a night-rate EV tariff, versus roughly €11 per 100 km if you lean on public fast chargers — see our running costs guide and the EV vs petrol calculator for your own mileage.
Heat pump and winter range
Neither car got a heat pump as standard. It was a factory option on both, and it still is — Skoda Ireland lists it at €1,271 on a new Enyaq. Without one, expect real-world winter range to drop by roughly a fifth to a quarter on cold, wet Irish mornings, more on short school-run hops where you're reheating the cabin each time. If you do a Galway–Dublin run every week in January, a heat-pump car is worth paying a little extra for; if you charge at home and commute 40 km a day, don't lose sleep over it.
Reliability and the software question
The mechanical bits are shared and have proved robust: one motor, one reduction gear, no clutch, no turbo. Brakes last for ages because of regen. Tyres don't — budget €200–€300 a corner on the 20-inch wheels both cars often wear.
The weak point on early cars was software, and it hit the Volkswagen harder in the first year. The 2021 ID.4 shipped with immature ID software; US regulator NHTSA's recall 23V040 (February 2023) covered 2021 ID.4s where the battery management control unit could reset while driving, fixed by a software update, and a separate 2021–2023 recall dealt with screens going blank. The Enyaq's first cars had a laggy infotainment and slower charging until the ME3 update in the second half of 2022, which Skoda installed free at the dealer in about five hours.
What that means when you're standing beside the car:
- Ask for the current software version on screen. On a 2021–2022 car you want to see the 3.x generation (ME3 on the Skoda, ID software 3.0 or later on the VW).
- Ask the dealer whether the car's recalls and service campaigns are closed off — a franchised Skoda or VW dealer can check by VIN.
- Run through our used EV battery health check — a state-of-health readout on a 3-year-old 77 kWh car should be well into the 90s.
- A 2022 car is due its first NCT in 2026 (€60, first test at four years) — check whether it's been done.
From 2023 onwards both cars are much of a muchness on software, and the 2024-on updated versions (Enyaq 85, ID.4 with the 79 kWh battery and 286 PS motor) are a step ahead again on charging and range. They're also €35,000 and up on the used market, which is a different budget conversation — see best used EVs under €25,000 for the other end of it.
Verdict: Enyaq or ID.4?
| You are… | Buy | Why |
|---|---|---|
| A family with a buggy, a dog, or a Costa del Cork camping habit | Enyaq iV 80 | 585 L boot, more rear space, 537 km WLTP; expect to pay €2,000–€5,000 more for the year |
| Chasing the cheapest 77 kWh MEB car | ID.4 Pro Performance | Same battery, motor and warranty; median €24,800 on Autoza; make sure software 3.0 is on it |
| A short-range commuter charging at home | Enyaq iV 60 | 58 kWh beats the ID.4 Pure's 52 kWh for near-identical money, and its 120 kW DC beats a 50 kW base Pure hands down |
| Doing a lot of motorway rapid charging | Either, 77 kWh with the software update | 135 kW peak on both; a heat pump is the tie-breaker |
Our honest caveat: in September 2026 the price gap on Autoza is inflated by age and mileage, and it narrows once you compare the same year and pack. If two cars sit side by side at the same money, take the Skoda. If the ID.4 is €3,000 cheaper with the right software and a clean battery report, take the Volkswagen and spend the difference on a €300-grant-assisted home charger. Selling one to fund the other? Get a free valuation first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Skoda Enyaq the same car as the VW ID.4?
Mechanically, yes — both use Volkswagen Group's MEB platform with the same 52/58/77 kWh batteries and the same 150 kW rear motor on the long-range cars. The Enyaq has a bigger body, a 585-litre boot against the ID.4's 543 litres, and a more conventional cabin.
How much is a used Skoda Enyaq in Ireland in 2026?
Median asking price on Autoza in September 2026 is €34,900 across 2021–2026 cars; 2021–2023 examples under €30,000 have a median of €26,450, with 2022 cars typically €23,000–€25,000.
How much is a used VW ID.4 in Ireland?
Median asking price on Autoza in September 2026 is €24,800 for 2022–2023 ID.4s, with examples between €23,850 and €25,750 and median mileage around 77,500 km.
Which has the bigger boot, the Enyaq or the ID.4?
The Enyaq: 585 litres with the seats up and 1,710 litres folded, against 543 and 1,575 litres for the ID.4 (Skoda and Volkswagen technical data).
How fast does a used Enyaq or ID.4 charge?
With the post-launch software update the 77 kWh versions of both peak at 135 kW DC, roughly 10–80% in 30–38 minutes; the Enyaq iV 60 peaks at 120 kW and an ID.4 Pure at 100–110 kW, or only 50 kW on early base cars without the optional upgrade.
Is motor tax the same on both?
Yes — €120 a year for any fully electric car in Ireland in 2026, and both carry an 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty from new.
Whichever way you lean, the right car is the one with the right battery, the right software and an honest history. Search used vehicles on Autoza to compare live Enyaq and ID.4 asking prices side by side.
