Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance vs ID.3 Pure

Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA.
Share:

Struggling to Decide? Let AI Help!

Instantly compare key specs and get tailored insights to find your ideal EV.
Just a sec! AI is comparing every detail for you...

Your AI Summary Is Ready!

General Info

The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €36900. The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance (2021-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €17499 on the used car market.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.

Property Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance Volkswagen ID.3 Pure
Years of Production 2021-2022 2024-…
Current Status Discontinued Produced
Country of Manufacture Germany, China China, Germany
Body Style Hatchback Hatchback
Market Availability EU EU
Price Europe (New) - Price Europe (New) €36900
Price Europe (Used) €17499 - Price Europe (Used)
GCC Score 5.1 5.3

Range and Efficiency

While the Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (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 Pure
Range (WLTP) 350 km 388 km
Range (GCC) 298 km 330 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 55 kWh 55 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 45 kWh 52 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 15.1 kWh/100 km 15.8 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 6.62 km/kWh 6.35 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.4 6.6

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 145 kW, while the Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance (2021-2022) maxes out at 100 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW.

Property Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance Volkswagen ID.3 Pure
Max Charging Power (AC) 7.2 kW 7.2 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 100 kW 145 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 4.3 4.6

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

Property Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance Volkswagen ID.3 Pure
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 110 kW 125 kW
Motor Power (hp) 148 hp 168 hp
Motor Torque 310 Nm 310 Nm
0-100 km/h 8.9 s 8.2 s
Top Speed 160 km/h 160 km/h
Performance Score 3.1 3.3

Dimensions

The Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance (2021-2022) and Volkswagen ID.3 Pure (2024-…) are about the same size.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Volkswagen ID.3 Pure Performance Volkswagen ID.3 Pure
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 Pure
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 1746 kg 1787 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
Comparison list
2 cars
Let's Compare
Comparison list cleared