Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.3 GTX vs Cupra Born VZ
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Volkswagen ID.3 GTX (2024-…) has a starting price of €50795, compared to the Cupra Born VZ (2024-…), which starts at €52770.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 GTX | Cupra Born VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €50795 | €52770 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €48888 | €48490 |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Volkswagen ID.3 GTX (2024-…) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 GTX | Cupra Born VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 604 km | 599 km |
| Range (GCC) | 513 km | 483 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 79 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.4 kWh/100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.49 km/kWh | 6.11 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9 | 8.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 185 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 GTX | Cupra Born VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 185 kW | 185 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 6.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Cupra Born VZ (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 GTX | Cupra Born VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 210 kW | 240 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 282 hp | 322 hp |
| Motor Torque | 545 Nm | 545 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 s | 5.6 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.3 GTX (2024-…) and Cupra Born VZ (2024-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 GTX | Cupra Born VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4264 mm | 4324 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2070 mm | 2070 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1809 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1564 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2770 mm | 2766 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models provide equal trunk space and the same total cargo volume when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 GTX | Cupra Born VZ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1985 kg | 1999 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 385 l | 385 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1267 l | 1267 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.4 | 4.3 |
