Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance vs ID.3 Pro S
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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 Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance (2021-2022) for as low as €17499, while the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S (2023-2024) begins at €27260.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2022 | 2023-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €17499 | €27260 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S (2023-2024) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance (2021-2022).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 350 km | 557 km |
| Range (GCC) | 298 km | 482 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 55 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 45 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.1 kWh/100 km | 16 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.62 km/kWh | 6.26 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 8.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S (2023-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance (2021-2022) maxes out at 100 kW.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S (2023-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance (2021-2022) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 6.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S (2023-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 110 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 148 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 s | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance (2021-2022) and Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S (2023-2024) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4261 mm | 4264 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2070 mm | 2070 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1809 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1552 mm | 1564 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2765 mm | 2770 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 Pure Performance | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1746 kg | 1934 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 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
