Volkswagen ID.3

The 100% electric ID.3 is the start of a new electrified era for Volkswagen, and what a fantastic start it is. Not only does it have zero-emissions, it’s also carbon neutral to cement it as one of the most sustainable cars on the road. As VW’s first ID car, it’s also packed to the rafters with tech like Matrix LED headlights, keyless entry and a heated windscreen, with all these features available in 1st Edition models.

You have three battery choices: a 45 kWh, 58 kWh or 77 kWh battery. The bigger the battery, the more range you get. The biggest battery offers a range up to 340 miles, the medium battery offers up to 260 miles and the small battery up to 200 miles (WLTP). That’s plenty, and the I.D 3 supports 100kW rapid charging, which recharges the range to 80% in as little as 30 minutes. Big range, fast charging. Nice.

Design

The I.D 3 is a beautiful car. The angular body is futuristic but not in a garish way. It’s as classy as a Golf and even more advanced on the inside, with Discover Navigation Pro with a 10 inch display, a fully digital driver’s display and ambient lighting.

Drive

The ID.3 is powerful, refined and satisfying to drive. The instant torque from the electric motor is addictive, and there are semi-autonomous driving aids like Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go and Front Assist to make short work of journeys.

Practicality

The ID.3 has 7.2 kW AC and 50 kW DC charging capabilities as standard, but First Edition models get upgraded 100 kW DC capability. The 385-litre boot is bigger than the Golf’s and there’s plenty of space for up to 5 adult passengers.

Living with it

1st Edition models have 100 kW DC charging capability, ambient lighting with 30 colour options, Matrix LED headlights, heated seats and a heated windscreen. All models have Lane Assist, a reversing camera and front and rear parking sensors.

Life

Features of Life

All the basic specification required for comfortable and assisted everyday life.

Steel wheels 18" 'Aero"
Fragment design cloth
Navigation system "Discover Pro"
ID. Light and Natural voice control
LED headlights
Wireless smartphone charger

Family

Features of Family

Electrically on the move with all the design and comfort elements for a well-rounded choice.

Steel wheels 18" 'Aero"
Navigation system "Discover Pro"
ID. Light and Natural voice control
Matrix LED headlights with automatic headlight control, poor weather light and entry lighting
'Air Care Climatronic' 2-zone air conditioning system
Panoramic glass roof

Style

Features of Tour

All the stylish and design required for comfortable and assisted everyday shorter distance driving.

4 alloy wheels "East Derry" 7.5J x 18, Black, diamond-turned surface
Seat trim covers in Flow / Art Velour microfleece
Navigation system "Discover Pro"
Keyless entry and starting
Rear view camera
Matrix LED headlights with automatic headlight control, poor weather light and entry lighting
'Air Care Climatronic' 2-zone air conditioning system
Rear tinted glass from B-pillar backwards, approx. 65% tinted

Max

Features of Max

Technology, Sports, Comfort and Assistance – every option ticked on a carbon-neutral car.

Steel wheels 18" 'Aero"
Navigation system "Discover Pro"
ID. Light and Natural voice control
Matrix LED headlights with automatic headlight control, poor weather light and entry lighting
'Air Care Climatronic' 2-zone air conditioning system
Panoramic glass roof
Augmented Reality Head-up Display

Tour

Features of Tour

For the car with no range limitations, the Tour with a 77kWh will get you on your way.

Alloy wheels, 19" 'Andoya Black' 7.5J x 19
Navigation system "Discover Pro"
ID. Light and Natural voice control
Matrix LED headlights with automatic headlight control, poor weather light and entry lighting
'Air Care Climatronic' 2-zone air conditioning system
Lane Assist, Traffic Jam Assist and Emergency Assist
Augmented Reality Head-up Display