Discover the updated Volkswagen ID.3, the fully-electric hatchback designed for the future. Explore its specs and features, including range, charging, and technology. Book a test drive today.
The Volkswagen ID.3 is a compact electric car introduced by Volkswagen in 2019. At first since it came into market it was available only for European countries but as of now it available in other countries as well. The ID.3 is a five door hatchback family car with a spacious interior and comfortable seats.
The ID in Volkswagen ID.3 stands for Intelligent Design” and it comes under range of electric vehicles. The ID.3 is affordable alternative to luxury cars present in a market. Volkswagen ID series ev’s are built on Volkswagen’s MEB (Modularer E-Antriebs-Baukasten) English term (modular electric drive toolkit) platform specially designed for electric vehicles. It allows more efficient use of space within the vehicle with a battery pack located under the car’s floor which helps a lower center of gravity and more spacious interior. The battery pack can be scaled easily in different sizes depending on the specific model. The MEB platform helps to create better aerodynamic design. The ID.3 is available in different trim levels with two different battery type 58kWh and 77kWh.
Comfort, Seating and Interior
The seats of Volkswagen ID.3 are made of premium materials for best comfort and has a supportive seat. The driver’s seat is six way adjustable and has a lumbar support system while the front passenger seat is four way adjustable. Whereas the rear seats are also comfortable providing ample of legroom and headroom for passengers. Its interior lighting has ambient lighting so once you get in the car you will feel a warm welcome as if in relaxing and comfortable environment. The car cabin is quiet and comfortable with noise reducing features due to acoustic glass.
Volkswagen ID.3 comes with a panoramic sunroof which gives the cabin a spacious look and also maintains a temperature during sunshine.
The material used in cabin are recycled plastics and natural fibers. The ID.3 has spacious and comfortable interior with plenty of room for passenger as well as cargo.
It has decent amount for the luggage space too. It has a total cargo capacity of 385 liters with the rear seats in place. With the rear seats folding down the capacity can be expanded to 1,267 liters.
Display
This car has central 12 inch touch screen display which has various features, audio, navigation and climate control which can be controlled via voice commands.
The ID.3 features a digital instrument cluster which is located behind the steering wheels that provides information such as speed, range and battery status. This digital cluster can be configured to display information depending upon rider’s preferences.
ID.3 is equipped with an app in which the owner of the car can easily access the car’s features through their smartphone. One can check the charging status, battery range and also adjust the heating or cooling systems before getting into the car.
Battery, Charging and Range
The ID.3 is available in different trim levels with two different battery type 58kWh and 77kWh. It has a lithium ion battery and with various charging options it has a fast charging capabilities. The ID.3 can be charged quickly using a 100 kW DC fast charger making it fully charged around 40 minutes, with 120 kW DC it will take 35 minutes and with 170 kW it will take around 30 minutes. The ID.3 has both AC and DC charging. With AC charger your car battery will be full around 8 hours. The ID.3 can also be charged by using a regular household outlet with a special charging cable.
The range of ID.3 model depends on specific model and battery size. Its battery varies from 45 kWh to 77 kWh. For compact version with battery of 45 kWh the car goes up to 218 miles/352 km on single charge (WLTP). With battery capacity of 58 kWh it goes to 265 miles/426 km (WLTP), whereas for capacity of 77 kWh has a maximum range of 341 miles/548 km (WLTP)
The Battery warranty Volkswagen offers is of an 8 years or 160,000 km/ 99,414 miles for this car. The warranty states the battery will retain at least 70 % of its original net capacity.
Motor and Performance
The Volkswagen ID.3 is powered by one or more electric motors, depending on variant available. The ID.3 comes with a single electric motor that powers the rear wheels. This electric motor provides maximum power of 150 kW (201 horsepower) and torque of 310 Nm (229 lbf-ft) and can go from 0 to 60 mph around 7.5 seconds. This car has a top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph)
The motor of ID.3 gives an instant torque providing smooth and powerful acceleration.
The ID.3 comes with a Permanent Brushless electric motor. This motor is known for its high power, efficiency and smooth operation. The motor of ID.3 is controlled by electronic system which manages the flow of energy between the battery and the motor. This system helps for controlling the motor’s speed, torque and power output managing the regenerative braking system which captures energy during barking and uses it to recharge battery.
Price
EUR 43,995 (USD 47,025) It’s just an estimated price, the price may vary depending upon demand and location by the dealer available within specific country.
Conclusion
The car has all in electric features which offers comfortable ride and the performance of the vehicle is good for long range travelling. The car is mostly available in the European continent. The price of the car is higher as compare to other electric cars available. The ID.3 2023 looks more unique with the luxurious seating and updated features.