Volkswagen ID.3 Pro

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Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) front view photo, front quarter, diagonal, exterior

Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) front fascia photo, grille, headlights, bumper, exterior

Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) rear view photo, taillights, trunk, spoiler, badge, bumper, exterior

Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) rear quarter photo, three-quarter view, diagonal, exterior

Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) interior photo, front seat, driver seat, dashboard, steering wheel, infotainment, cockpit

Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) rear seats photo, back seats, passenger seats, legroom, headroom, interior

Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) trunk photo, boot, seats up, seats upright, cargo space, cargo volume, cargo capacity, storage

Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) folded trunk photo, boot, expanded, folded seats, maximum volume, max cargo, max capacity, max storage

Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) frunk photo, front trunk, under hood, storage, cargo, capacity, bonus space

Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) charge port Europe photo, charging, inlet, plug, connector

Price USA (New): No Data

Base MSRP for a new vehicle in the USA

Price USA (Used): No Data

Estimated pre-owned price in the USA

Country of Manufacture

China
Germany

Country where the car was assembled

Years of Production: 2020-2023 (Discontinued)

Production years and status of the vehicle: Produced, Discontinued, or Announced

Body Style: Hatchback

Vehicle category based on its shape and layout

Market Availability: EU

Markets where the car is or was officially sold

This car is not available in the US, but you can still compare it with other cars

Reasons to Buy

Good real-world range
Practical hatchback design
Improved interior quality
Balanced RWD handling
Strong EuroNCAP safety

Reasons Not to Buy

Not sold in US
Unexciting acceleration
Okay DC charge speed
Lacks front trunk
RWD only (no AWD)

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Overview

The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro, though not officially sold in the US, was VW's Golf-sized electric hatchback hero in Europe. The Pro trim aimed for the sweet spot, balancing a decent battery with useful everyday tech. As a discontinued model that never graced US showrooms, official new or used American pricing isn't available. Think of it as the electric people’s car that showed VW's serious EV intent, offering a compact, practical, and purely electric experience. It was a key player in Europe’s shift to electric mobility, laying groundwork for future VW EVs.

What's New for 2023?

For its final production run in 2023, the ID.3 Pro received a rather significant mid-cycle refresh. This wasn't just a nip and tuck; Volkswagen listened to feedback! The update brought in noticeably higher-quality materials for the cabin, a big step up from earlier versions. Its infotainment software also got an overhaul for better usability and responsiveness. These tweaks aimed to give the ID.3 Pro a more premium feel and refined user experience right before it drove off into the sunset, primarily enhancing its appeal in its European markets.

Design & Exterior

The ID.3 Pro boasts that clean, smooth, and unmistakably modern VW electric design language – think friendly robot face! It’s a smart-looking compact hatchback, measuring 167.8 inches long, 71.2 inches wide (excluding mirrors), and 61.1 inches tall, making it a breeze for city driving. The Pro trim typically featured stylish alloy wheels and full LED lighting, contributing to its contemporary and approachable vibe. It’s less about aggressive angles and more about efficient, friendly futurism. It definitely turns heads without shouting too loudly.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the 2023 ID.3 Pro, and you'll find a cabin that benefited from VW's facelift efforts, with improved materials and a minimalist, airy feel for its five occupants. Luggage-wise, you get a decent 13.6 cubic feet in the trunk, which expands to a very usable 44.7 cubic feet when you fold the rear seats flat. No frunk for extra bits, though. Tech is handled by a central touchscreen (likely a 10 or 12-incher post-refresh) running VW's latest infotainment, complete with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for seamless connectivity.

Performance & Driving Experience

Don't expect Tesla Plaid speeds, but the ID.3 Pro’s rear-wheel-drive setup, powered by a single 107 kW (around 143 hp) Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor, delivers a zippy 203 lb-ft of torque. This translates to a 0-60 mph dash in 9.3 seconds and a top speed of 99 mph – perfectly adequate for daily driving and highway cruising. It’s designed for a smooth, comfortable, and quiet ride, with easily controlled regenerative braking to claw back some energy. It’s an easy-going and competent performer.

Range, Battery & Charging

The ID.3 Pro is juiced by a 58 kWh (usable) battery pack, giving it a Green Cars Compare estimated real-world range of 228 miles. Its efficiency is rated at a respectable 3.93 mi/kWh. At home or the office, the standard 11 kW AC onboard charger can replenish the battery from empty in about 6 hours. On the go, it supports DC fast charging at up to 100 kW, meaning a 10-80% top-up can be done in around 30 minutes. If sold stateside, it would have used a CCS Type 1 port.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

The ID.3 Pro earned an impressive 5-star safety rating from Euro NCAP, a strong testament to its structural integrity and safety systems. As it wasn't sold in the US, it lacks an NHTSA rating. You'd typically find VW's IQ.Drive suite, likely including standard Forward Collision Warning with Autonomous Emergency Braking and Lane Keeping Assist. Features like Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitoring, and potentially Travel Assist for semi-autonomous driving would have been available, either standard on the Pro or as optional upgrades, ensuring peace of mind.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Since the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro was never officially sold in the United States, specific US warranty details don't exist. However, had it been offered, it would likely have followed VW's standard EV coverage in the US: typically a 4-year/50,000-mile basic warranty and an 8-year/100,000-mile battery warranty (covering degradation to around 70% capacity). Volkswagen USA often includes a couple of years of complimentary maintenance, which would have been a nice perk for ID.3 Pro owners here.