Global EV Comparison: Lexus UX 300e vs Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition
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General Info
The Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €51400. The Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €17770 on the used car market.
The Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) is a SUV, whereas the Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021) is a Hatchback.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2019-2021 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €51400 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €36400 | €17770 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 5.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021).
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 450 km | 424 km |
| Range (GCC) | 389 km | 365 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 72.8 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.5 kWh/100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.08 km/kWh | 6.29 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 7.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CHAdeMO Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 5.6 |
Performance
The Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021) is rear-wheel drive, while the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021).
The Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition (2019-2021) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4495 mm | 4261 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2078 mm | 2070 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1840 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1525 mm | 1552 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2640 mm | 2765 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | Volkswagen ID.3 1st Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1830 kg | 1805 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 367 l | 385 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1267 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 4.3 |
