Global EV Comparison: Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh vs Volkswagen ID.3 Pro
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) for as low as €10999, while the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) begins at €17390.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2017-2018 | 2020-2023 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, USA | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €10999 | €17390 |
| GCC Score | 4.3 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018).
| Property | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 185 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 425 km |
| Range (GCC) | 172 km | 367 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 33.5 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 31.8 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.5 kWh/100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.41 km/kWh | 6.33 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.5 | 7.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.5 | 5.6 |
Performance
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) is rear-wheel drive, while the Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) offers a front-wheel drive system.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 107 kW | 107 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 143 hp | 143 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 275 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.4 s | 9.6 s |
| Top Speed | 135 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.2 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh (2017-2018) is longer and wider, but the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) is taller.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4392 mm | 4261 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2045 mm | 2070 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1882 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1478 mm | 1552 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2649 mm | 2765 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Ford Focus Electric 33 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1700 kg | 1805 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 237 l | 385 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1125 l | 1267 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.1 | 4.3 |
