Overview
Volkswagen AG, the Germany automotive group is one of the leading automotive companies in the global electric vehicle (EV) industry. Volkswagen has committed to an investment up to Euro 30 billion by 2023. It aims to sell 3 million electric vehicles by 2025 and launch up to 70 new EV models over the next 10 years.
With the launch of its electric vehicle ID. Family, VW is fast cementing a dominant position to become the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer by 2028, with the automotive behemoth planning to manufacturer 22 million electric vehicles. The automotive company currently has a number of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) on sale, to include:
- The all-electric VW ID.3
- The all-electric VW ID.4
- The all-electric VW ID.4 GTX
- The all-electric VW e-up!
- VW Touareg R Plug-In Hybrid
- VW Passat GTE Plug-In Hybrid
- VW Passat GTE Plug-In Hybrid Estate
- VW Golf 8 Plug-In Hybrid
- VW Tiguan eHybrid
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The All-Electric VW ID.3 Hatchback
The launch of the Volkswagen ID.3 five-door family hatchback is part of the company’s broader strategy, to offer affordable EVs to the mass-market via the VW ID. family range of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). The 2020 ID.3 was first shown as the concept ID prototype electric car at the Paris Motor Show in 2016.
The all-new ID.3 five-door hatchback launch model ‘ID.3 1st Edition’ was revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The EV model has been positioned as an affordable electric car for ‘everyone’. The battery-electric vehicle (BEV) ID.3 model is marked as ‘3’, as this will be the third most important chapter for the German automotive company, after the Beetle and Golf models.
The plug-in electric car uses the MEB bespoke electric platform. Manufacturing commenced in November 2019. As another first for Volkswagen, the ID.3 is carbon neutral upon delivery to its customers.
The pure electric ID.3 has received positive reviews from Auto Car, Auto Express and What Car?. According to What Car “There are few electric cars that ride any better, unless you spend an awful lot more dosh.” The ID.3 is can be leased via e-zoomed at fantastic price. Simply follow this link!
| PROS | CONS |
|---|---|
| A good option for families looking to switch to pure electric driving | Will disappoint those seeking a futuristic styling and design |
| Design is ‘familiar’ and not futuristic | Infotainment system could be improved |
| Good range and vast options of battery sizes | Interior materials feel cheap for some variants at higher price |
| Plenty of space (boot and interior) | Rear view slightly limited |
| Good performance | Software delays |
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The All-Electric Volkswagen ID.3 Available For Lease Via e-zoomed (credit: VW)
| At A Glance | |
|---|---|
| EV Type: | Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV) |
| Vehicle Type: | Hatchback |
| Plug-In Car Grant (PiCG): | Available for certain models |
| Engine: | Electric |
| Available In UK: | Yes |
| £ Variants (8 Options) |
|---|
| ID.3 City (from £30,870) |
| ID.3 Style (from £34,970) |
| ID.3 Life (from £32,470) |
| ID.3 Business (from £35,710) |
| ID.3 Family (from £36,640) |
| ID.3 Tech (from £39,500) |
| ID.3 Max (from £41,530) |
| ID.3 Tour (from £42,600) |
| EV Battery & Emissions | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Type: | Lithium-ion |
| EV Battery Capacity: | Available in three battery sizes: 45 kWh/ 58 kWh/ 77 kWh |
| Charging: | 50 kW rapid charging standard. Mid-range models 100 kW and top-end model 125 kW |
| Charge Port: | Type 2 |
| EV Cable Type: | Type 2 |
| Tailpipe Emissions: | 0g (CO2/km) |
| Warranty: | 8 years or 100,000 miles |
| £ Average Cost Of Residential Charging | |
|---|---|
| Battery net capacity : 16.7 kWh | £2.40 |
| Battery net capacity : 30.0 kWh | £4.32 |
| Battery net capacity : 39.2 kWh | £5.64 |
| Battery net capacity : 45.0 kWh | £6.48 |
| Battery net capacity : 50.0 kWh | £7.20 |
| Battery net capacity : 64.0 kWh | £9.22 |
| Battery net capacity : 71.0 kWh | £10.22 |
| Battery net capacity : 77.0 kWh | £11.09 |
| Battery net capacity : 90.0 kWh | £12.96 |
| Battery net capacity : 100.0 kWh | £14.40 |
- Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in the UK varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for the UK is 14.40 p/kWh.
- Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.
| Charging Times (Overview) | |
|---|---|
| Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW): | 6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC) |
| Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW): | 3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Rapid charging AC (43 kW): | 0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Rapid charging DC (50 kW+): | 0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Ultra rapid charging DC (150 kW+): | 0-80% : 20 mins to 40 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Tesla Supercharger (120 kW – 250 kW): | 0-80%: up to 25 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
- Note 1: SoC: state of charge
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Height (mm): | 1568 |
| Width (mm): | 1809 |
| Length (mm): | 4261 |
| Wheelbase (mm): | 2770 |
| Turning Circle (m): | 10.2 |
| Cargo Volume: | 385 L |
| ID.3 City Pure Performance | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 45 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 217 miles (combined) |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 292 miles (city) |
| Charging: | 50 kW Rapid Charging (on board charger: 11 kW AC) |
| Top Speed: | 99 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive: | Rear-wheel drive |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 110 |
| Max Power (PS): | 150 |
| Torque (Nm): | 310 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Unladen Weight (kg): | 1,772 |
| ID.3 Style Pure Performance | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 45 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 214 miles (combined) |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 289 miles (city) |
| Charging: | 50 kW Rapid Charging (on board charger: 11 kW AC) |
| Top Speed: | 99 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive: | Rear-wheel drive |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 110 |
| Max Power (PS): | 150 |
| Torque (Nm): | 310 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Unladen Weight (kg): | 1,772 |
| ID.3 Life Pro | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 58 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 263 miles (combined) |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 358 miles (city) |
| Charging: | 100 kW Rapid Charging (on board charger: 11 kW AC) |
| Top Speed: | 99 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive: | Rear-wheel drive |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 107 |
| Max Power (PS): | 145 |
| Torque (Nm): | 275 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Unladen Weight (kg): | 1,805 |
| ID.3 Business Pro | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 58 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 262 miles (combined) |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 356 miles (city) |
| Charging: | 100 kW Rapid Charging (on board charger: 11 kW AC) |
| Top Speed: | 99 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive: | Rear-wheel drive |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 107 |
| Max Power (PS): | 145 |
| Torque (Nm): | 275 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Unladen Weight (kg): | 1,805 |
| ID.3 Family Pro | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 58 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 260 miles (combined) |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 352 miles (city) |
| Charging: | 100 kW Rapid Charging (on board charger: 11 kW AC) |
| Top Speed: | 99 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive: | Rear-wheel drive |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 107 kW |
| Max Power (PS): | 145 |
| Torque (Nm): | 275 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Unladen Weight (kg): | 1,805 |
| ID.3 Tech Pro Performance | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 58 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 260 miles (combined) |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 355 miles (city) |
| Charging: | 100 kW Rapid Charging (on board charger: 11 kW AC) |
| Top Speed: | 99 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive: | Rear-wheel drive |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 150 |
| Max Power (PS): | 204 |
| Torque (Nm): | 310 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Unladen Weight (kg): | 1,805 |
| ID.3 Max Pro Performance | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 58 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 258 miles (combined) |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 351 miles (city) |
| Charging: | 100 kW Rapid Charging (on board charger: 11 kW AC) |
| Top Speed: | 99 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive: | Rear-wheel drive |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 150 |
| Max Power (PS): | 204 |
| Torque (Nm): | 310 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Unladen Weight (kg): | 1,805 |
| ID.3 Tour Pro S | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 77 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 336 miles (combined) |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 466 miles (city) |
| Charging: | 125 kW Rapid Charging (on board charger: 11 kW AC) |
| Top Speed: | 99 mph |
| 0-62 mph: | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive: | Rear-wheel drive |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 150 |
| Max Power (PS): | 204 |
| Torque (Nm): | 310 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Unladen Weight (kg): | 1,934 |
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