Volkswagen ID.4 vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Running Costs in South Australia
Data verified April 2025
At this driving profile, the Mitsubishi Outlander is the more economical choice over 5 years in South Australia.
Running only 15,000 km per year in South Australia, the Volkswagen ID.4's higher purchase price doesn't fully pay back through lower running costs within 5 years. The Volkswagen ID.4 costs $112,583 in total versus $79,681 for the Mitsubishi Outlander — a difference of $32,902. The numbers don't reach break-even within this holding period. If you drive significantly more km per year, or if petrol prices rise substantially, this comparison would shift. The Volkswagen ID.4 still avoids around 9,015 kg of CO₂ over the ownership period.
The economics don't stack up at this driving distance — increase annual km or extend the holding period to change the picture.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volkswagen ID.4 cheaper than the Mitsubishi Outlander over 5 years in South Australia?
At 15,000 km/yr in South Australia the Mitsubishi Outlander is the cheaper option over 5 years: $79,681 total versus $112,583 for the Volkswagen ID.4. Use the calculator to adjust for your situation.
Does the Volkswagen ID.4 break even against the Mitsubishi Outlander in South Australia?
At 15,000 km/yr in South Australia the Volkswagen ID.4 does not fully recover its price premium within a 5-year holding period. Higher annual km or an extended holding period would change this.
How much does it cost to charge the Volkswagen ID.4 vs fuel the Mitsubishi Outlander per year in South Australia?
At 15,000 km/yr in South Australia, charging the Volkswagen ID.4 costs approximately $1,230/yr, versus $2,424/yr in petrol for the Mitsubishi Outlander. South Australia's electricity and fuel rates are applied automatically.